Hendrix Lapierre ‘needs to show that he can produce and be a point-getting guy’ as RFA contract negotiations loom
Hendrix Lapierre finds himself in the same boat this offseason that he was in last summer. Lapierre will become a restricted free…
Chris Patrick says Connor McMichael needs to come into camp with something to prove, next contract can go ‘a couple of different ways’
One of the Washington Capitals' core forwards is set to become a restricted free agent this summer. Connor McMichael, who signed a…
Ilya Protas on his new nickname with the Capitals, playing together with his brother Aliaksei, his NHL firsts, and how Alex Ovechkin mentored him
HERSHEY, PA -- Ilya Protas realized a childhood dream when he received his first call-up to the NHL and made his debut…
Logan Thompson and Anthony Beauvillier attend Nationals-Braves game, get sneak peek at Alex Ovechkin ‘first pitch’ bobblehead
The Washington Nationals had a few friendly faces in the crowd at Nationals Park on Wednesday. Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson and…
Chris Patrick confirms Capitals plans to target top-six forward and right-handed defenseman: ‘Our wallet’s full. If there’s an opportunity, we’d like to jump on it.’
The Washington Capitals are making it clear they are buyers this summer. After the trade deadline, when he added more future assets…
Rasmus Sandin undergoes surgery to repair ACL tear in right knee, will be out 6 to 9 months
The Washington Capitals announced that defenseman Rasmus Sandin underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair an ACL tear in his right knee. Sandin…
Cole Hutson lists the NHL players who were the toughest to defend against in his first 14 career games with Capitals
Cole Hutson took to the NHL like a fish to water as a 19-year-old defenseman, but even he was surprised by how…
Chris Patrick on Capitals potentially making changes to Spencer Carbery’s coaching staff: ‘I’ve got to talk to Carbs and see how we move forward from there’
Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick did not rule out making some changes to head coach Spencer Carbery's coaching staff after an…
Sonny Milano reportedly expected to sign contract with SC Bern in Switzerland’s National League
Sonny Milano is reportedly set to begin the next chapter of his career overseas. According to reporter Klaus Zaugg from the Swiss…
Chris Patrick and Brian MacLellan answer questions about how they plan to handle Alex Ovechkin’s impending retirement decision
Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick and president of hockey operations Brian MacLellan met with the media for their annual year-end availability on…
Rasmus Sandin’s knee injury will cause him to miss start of next season and impact the Capitals’ offseason plans
The Washington Capitals are facing some bad news with defenseman Rasmus Sandin. General manager Chris Patrick revealed that Sandin is expected to…
Hendrix Lapierre and Vincent Iorio attend Hershey Bears game with several other former Calder Cup champions
The Hershey Bears were graced by the presence of several former players for their game against the Bridgeport Islanders on Saturday night.…
TJ Oshie believes Alex Ovechkin will play one more season with Capitals after private conversation in Columbus: ‘I think he’s coming back’
The future of Alex Ovechkin's NHL career is still one of the biggest topics hanging over the Washington Capitals in the early…
NHL announces 2026 Draft Lottery date, Washington Capitals have worst odds to move up
The NHL announced the date for the 2026 Draft Lottery on Saturday. The event, held at NHL Network’s New Jersey studio, will…
Impressive debuts from Cole Hutson and Ilya Protas could factor into Alex Ovechkin considering another season: report
Alex Ovechkin noted during his Breakdown Day interview that there are many factors he's considering before potentially returning for another year: his…
Despite missing the playoffs, Tom Wilson thinks the Capitals are close to being a contending team: ‘We’re probably one piece away from making some serious noise’
ARLINGTON, VA — Washington Capitals players were still processing the end of their season when they returned to the rink for Breakdown…
Ted Leonsis calls Capitals’ playoff miss ‘disappointing,’ praises development of young players: ‘We believe strongly in the foundation we have in place’
Washington Capitals owner Ted Leonsis commented on the team's season on social media Friday, just days after their 2025-26 campaign wrapped up…
Cole Hutson names his ‘Welcome to the NHL’ moment
Cole Hutson showed a lot of promise during his 14-game stint with the Washington Capitals at the end of the 2025-26 season.…
Capitals players have varying opinions about playing in World Championship after season cut short early
The 2026 IIHF World Championship begins next month in Zurich and Fribourg, Switzerland. With the Washington Capitals not qualifying for the NHL's…
Capitals and trade-deadline acquisition Timothy Liljegren reportedly have mutual interest in contract extension
Timothy Liljegren may reportedly be sticking around in Washington, DC. According to The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta, the Washington Capitals and Liljegren…
