Troy Brouwer

Troy Brouwer, scorer of the Capitals’ game-winning Winter Classic goal, announces retirement after 14 season in the NHL

Former Capitals forward Troy Brouwer announced his retirement on Thursday after 14 seasons in the NHL.

“I’m going to miss the relationships that I was able to make over the years with guys on my teams and their families,” Brouwer said in an interview with the St. Louis Blues. “Playing this game, you always get to meet new people, you always get to have experiences with those people and a lot of those you’ll carry with you for the rest of your life. I’m going to miss that competitiveness, and I’m going to miss those big moments where you have an opportunity to do something amazing after you’ve worked your whole life to get to that moment.”

Brouwer scored 152 points (83g, 69a) in 293 games with the Capitals. His best year came during the 2013-14 season when he scored a career-high 25 goals and 43 points under Adam Oates.

The Brouwer Pouwer leader’s biggest moment as a Capital will always be the 2015 Winter Classic where he scored the game-winning goal with 12.9 seconds remaining in the game.

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By Ian Oland 2 years ago

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Nashville Predators surprise players with photos of their families in hotel rooms

The Nashville Predators had a special surprise waiting for its players when they arrived at their hotel rooms on Sunday.

They were greeted with framed pictures of their families on their nightstands as first reported by The Athletic’s Adam Vingan. Star forwards Matt Duchene and Ryan Johansen shared photos of the sweet gesture on their Instagram Story.

“I’m not crying, you’re crying,” Duchene wrote.

NHL players could be separated from their families for as long as five weeks during the postseason. If a team reaches the Conference Finals, their families will be allowed to join them in September in the Edmonton bubble. Capitals players made their emotional goodbyes to their families over the weekend.

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By Ian Oland 3 years ago

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Troy Brouwer jokes ‘I think I broke my neck’ celebrating game-winning goal at Winter Classic

A gap-toothed Troy Brouwer was the latest former Capital to make a cameo on NBC Sports Washington’s Greatest Hits series. Monday, the Capitals’ rights holder replayed the 2015 Winter Classic which pitted Washington against Chicago and was held at Nationals Park.

After 59:47 minutes of play, the Capitals and Blackhawks were tied 2-2. Washington had one final rush down the ice. And then Troy Brouwer became a god.

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By Ian Oland 3 years ago

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Matt Bradley, Olie Kolzig, Troy Brouwer, and Bruce Boudreau to give insight in re-airings of memorable Capitals games

The Washington Capitals and NBC Sports Washington announced Monday morning that they will be airing “Greatest Hits” specials featuring cameos from Capitals alumni such as Olie Kolzig, Troy Brouwer, and Bruce Boudreau.

The first memorable game will air tonight featuring analysis and insight from former enforcer Matt Bradley, who is currently working for the Capitals as a scout. NBC Sports Washington will re-air Game Seven of the 2009 Eastern Conference Quarterfinal between the Capitals and New York Rangers.

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By Ian Oland 3 years ago

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Troy Brouwer put on waivers by St Louis Blues

As teams regroup for the post-ASG break, some players are getting left behind. On Sunday the St Louis Blues put former Caps forward Troy Brouwer on waivers. Brouwer, 34, has scored one goal for the Blues in ten games this season.

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By Peter Hassett 3 years ago

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Alex Ovechkin, Sergei the Elf, and Capitals players wish fans Merry Christmas

The Washington Capitals celebrated Christmas on Wednesday the same way we all did – with gifts, extravagant meals (that may or may not involve the President of the United States), and special holiday attire.

Here’s a look at how your favorite Capitals players (or Bears) celebrated the holiday.

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By Ian Oland 3 years ago

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St. Louis Blues sign Troy Brouwer to one-year contract

The Stanley Cup champion St. Louis Blues are hobbled at the forward position and are without key players like Vladimir Tarasenko, Alexander Steen, and Sammy Blais due to injury.

Last Monday, in an effort to solidify their ranks, Blues general manager Doug Armstrong signed Troy Brouwer and Jamie McGinn to professional tryouts.

Nine days later, the 34-year-old Brouwer has won a roster spot and signed a one-year, two-way contract to remain with the team for the rest of the season. The deal is worth $750k total.

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By Ian Oland 4 years ago

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With injuries mounting, St. Louis Blues sign former Capital Troy Brouwer to professional tryout

Monday morning, the St. Louis Blues announced that they signed veteran forwards Troy Brouwer and Jamie McGinn to professional tryouts.

Brouwer has not played since being cut from Florida Panthers training camp in September. He’s remained in Calgary since then and has been skating with a junior hockey team.

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By Ian Oland 4 years ago

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Alex Ovechkin meets Theo Fleury after practice, credits Calgary Flames legend for his yellow laces and tinted visor

Alex Ovechkin got a special surprise after the morning skate Tuesday. Calgary Flames great Theoren Fleury was at the Saddledome and came down meet him.

“Went down to the Dome this morning and found out Ovi is a big Theo Fleury fan,” the 1989 Stanley Cup champion wrote on his Instagram page. “Said his yellow laces and tinted visor inspiration came from me wearing them back in the day!!!! He also asked me for an autographed stick. Who’d of thought. Great morning.”

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By Ian Oland 4 years ago

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Florida Panthers release Troy Brouwer from professional tryout

Former Capital Troy Brouwer was released from his professional tryout on Wednesday by the Florida Panthers. His NHL future is now uncertain.

The 34-year-old forward played in 75 games for the Panthers last season, leading the team with 177 hits. Brouwer also chipped in 12 goals and 21 points while averaging 12:41 time on ice a night.

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By Ian Oland 4 years ago

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