Hey, it’s Friday and that Matt Niskanen trade news was heavy.
So below, I would like you to enjoy this photo of Capitals goaltender Pheonix Copley posing with Barry the Goldendoodle.
The Washington Capitals evidently liked what they saw out of Pheonix Copley‘s rookie season, as they extended him through the 2021-22 season, but there’s still a lot of uncertainty about the future of Caps goaltending.
By Peter Hassett 1 month ago
After serving as the backup goaltender for the past five games, Pheonix Copley will be starting Sunday night against the Winnipeg Jets. Copley’s last game came on February 24 against the New York Rangers.
The rest of the lines remain the same, with Carl Hagelin playing on the third line alongside Lars Eller and Brett Connolly, and Nick Jensen pairing with Brooks Orpik on defense. The Capitals are on a six-game win streak.
By Cara Bahniuk 3 months ago
On Monday evening, the Capitals held the 13th annual Hockey ‘N Heels event. The event, which is exclusive to members of the Scarlet Caps, is a special evening dedicated to the team’s female fans.
The evening featured instructional sessions from a handful of Capitals and off-ice presentations, including a question and answer session with USA gold medal-winning Olympian Haley Skarupa.
By Cara Bahniuk 4 months ago
The Capitals announced on Monday morning that they had re-signed backup goaltender Pheonix Copley to a three-year contract worth $3.3 million. His cap hit per year will be $1.1 million.
Copley has done well in a backup role this season for Washington. In 19 appearances, the North Pole, Alaska native owns a 10-5-3 record with a 2.98 goals against average and a .903 save percentage.
By Rachel Cohen 4 months ago
After being raked in the eye by Cam Atkinson’s errant stick and serving as Pheonix Copley’s backup for two consecutive games, Braden Holtby fully participated in Capitals practice Thursday morning – the team’s first time on the ice since a 7-2 drubbing against the Nashville Predators.
It’s unclear which goalie will start against the New York Islanders on Friday, but Holtby’s full participation is another good sign in his recovery.
By Julia Karron 5 months ago
Grab your digital bidding paddles, Capitals fans. The Better Halves are back once again, auctioning off their annual themed gift baskets. As always, the baskets include autographed Capitals memorabilia, from jerseys to commemorative Stanley Cup championship merchandise, but also a few weird and wonderful surprises.
So if you’ve ever felt a desire to own signed fishing gear from Pheonix Copley, a signed four-person tent from Matt Niskanen (you’ve got to be prepared for the desert island, after all), or even some signed salami from Jonas Siegenthaler, then this is the auction for you.
By Donya Abramo 5 months ago
After serving brief stints out of the lineup and fighting to get back in, both Andre Burakovsky and Madison Bowey will make their returns to the ice tonight against the St. Louis Blues.
Burakovsky has missed two games and last played on January 8 against the Philadelphia Flyers, while Bowey has missed five games since January 3.
By Julia Karron 5 months ago
Pheonix Copley got a little extra workout Monday, but it wasn’t between the pipes.
The Capitals’ goaltender spent some time with the students of Hendley Elementary School in DC, leading them through stretches and exercises.
Power Up DC is a monthly physical fitness initiative established by former Washington Wizard Awvee Storey in 2015. The program encourages kids to live an active, healthy lifestyle through exercise and features a guest athlete each month to teach and inspire the kids.
By Elizabeth Kong 5 months ago
Monday afternoon, the Washington Capitals made their annual visit to MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Donning their red home jerseys and Christmas-themed hats, the players interacted with children, while signing autographs and taking photos.
“It’s just about whatever [kids] want us to do,” John Carlson said to the Capitals about the annual event. “As much or as little as they want us to participate in things. Whatever we can do to bring smiles – that’s our focus.”
By Cara Bahniuk 6 months ago
