Tom Wilson is getting an unexpected raise thanks to his contract structure and an NHL CBA quirk
Tom Wilson is getting the value of 222 PlayStation 5 Pros added to his contract thanks to some tiny text in the NHL's new…
Ilya Samsonov reminisces about viral playoff moment when Alex Ovechkin yelled at him for miscue behind net that led to Bruins’ double overtime goal
The Washington Capitals squared off with the Boston Bruins in the first round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs. While the Caps…
Ryan Leonard and Justin Sourdif receive votes for Calder Trophy, as Matthew Schaefer wins NHL Rookie of the Year
Two Washington Capitals rookies received consideration for the 2026 Calder Memorial Trophy, awarded to the NHL's Rookie of the Year. Ryan Leonard and Justin…
Alex Ovechkin reportedly set to return to Russia on Wednesday
Alex Ovechkin is headed home to Russia without concrete plans that he'll be back in Washington, DC, this fall. According to Russian…
Former Capitals assistant coach Kirk Muller carries ceremonial torch before Canadiens playoff game
Kirk Muller found his first new opportunity after departing the Washington Capitals last month. The now-former Caps assistant coach was tasked by…
Ted Leonsis would like to host NHL and NBA All-Star games at Capital One Arena after completing renovations
Capital One Arena is currently undergoing an $800 million, multi-phase renovation process to modernize and upgrade athlete facilities, the building’s exterior, concourses,…
Mikhail Sergachev once blocked an Alex Ovechkin slap shot and has had to wear a special elbow pad since
Alex Ovechkin's one-timer is the stuff of legend in hockey, as the powerful blast has helped him become the NHL's all-time leading…
Sheldon Rempal discusses stint with Capitals and why he chose to leave Hershey Bears for the KHL: ‘I think they wanted to give younger players a chance’
Sheldon Rempal was one of the roster casualties after a very competitive Washington Capitals training camp last fall. He impressed during the…
Alex Ovechkin swapped jerseys with Mikhail Sergachev after scoring hat trick against Utah Mammoth
The Utah Mammoth's season ended on May 1, when the Vegas Golden Knights defeated them 5-1 in Game 6 of their first-round…
Alex Ovechkin was such a voracious eater of Mamma Lucia that the Capitals had to clean the pillar beside him ‘because there’s tomato sauce everywhere’
In the final days of the Washington Capitals' 2025-26 season, ESPN's Emily Kaplan wrote a profile on Alex Ovechkin and his impending…
Here’s why the Vegas Golden Knights eliminating the Anaheim Ducks from the playoffs would benefit the Washington Capitals
While the Washington Capitals aren't participating in this year's playoffs, their front office likely has a vested rooting interest - at least…
Dylan Strome and Cole Hutson attend Game 4 of Atlantic Division Semifinals to show support to Hershey Bears
HERSHEY, PA -- The Hershey Bears continue to receive support from Washington Capitals players during their 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs run. Thursday,…
Evgeny Kuznetsov immediately hurt himself trying to throw a hit after being told by Todd Reirden he needed to be more aggressive: ‘I couldn’t move for six weeks after that’
Evgeny Kuznetsov was so determined to listen to coaching concerns during the 2019-20 season that it came at his own detriment. According…
Washington Capitals sign 2024 sixth-round pick Petr Sikora to three-year, entry-level contract
The Washington Capitals announced that they have signed 2024 second-round pick Petr Sikora to a three-year, entry-level contract on Thursday. Sikora has played…
Washington Capitals sign Swedish forward Theodor Niederbach to a one-year, two-way contract
The Washington Capitals have made their first signing of the 2026 offseason. The team announced that they have signed Swedish forward Theodor…
Aliaksei Protas believes Alex Ovechkin could play in the NHL ‘until he’s 50,’ discusses factors behind him returning for another season
The biggest question facing the Washington Capitals during the offseason is whether their captain, Alex Ovechkin, will return to play for another…
Toronto Maple Leafs win 2026 NHL Draft Lottery, Washington Capitals to pick 16th
The Washington Capitals did not win either of the two draws at the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery on Tuesday night. Given those…
Aliaksei Protas says Capitals had interest in Vitaly Pinchuk before he signed with Predators: ‘Washington asked me about Vitaly. Some of our scouts really liked him.’
The Washington Capitals were apparently one of the NHL teams interested in signing the KHL's top free agent, Vitaly Pinchuk, this offseason.…
Spencer Carbery to serve as assistant coach for Team Canada at 2026 World Championship
Spencer Carbery isn't ready to take a full vacation from hockey just yet. Days after serving as an analyst for ESPN's Stanley…
Evgeni Malkin confirms he will be willing to play for another NHL team if not re-signed by Penguins: ‘If not Pittsburgh, I hope some team’
Evgeni Malkin has made it clear that if he doesn't re-sign with the Pittsburgh Penguins this summer, he's headed elsewhere in the…
