Washington takes road win streak into matchup with Montreal
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Washington takes road win streak into matchup with Montreal

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. Montreal Canadiens Montreal, Quebec; Saturday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Capitals -151, Canadiens +127; over/under is 6 BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals will try to keep an eight-game road win streak going when they visit the Montreal Canadiens. The Capitals have an 8-2-0 record in games they serve fewer penalty minutes than their opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Canadiens: 5-4-1, averaging 2.7 goals, 4.1 assists, 4.6 penalties and 12.1 penalty minutes while giving up 2.5 goals per game. Capitals: 7-2-1, averaging 3.8 goals, 6.1 assists, 4.3 penalties and 10.5 penalty minutes while giving up 2.6 goals per game.

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Roope Hintz scores 2, Jake Oettinger has 25 saves as Stars beat surging Capitals 3-1
6 days, 14 hours ago

Roope Hintz scores 2, Jake Oettinger has 25 saves as Stars beat surging Capitals 3-1

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Roope Hintz had his first two-goal game of the season and Jake Oettinger stopped 25 shots as the Dallas Stars beat the surging Washington Capitals 3-1 on Monday night. Rookie defenseman Lian Bichsel also scored for Dallas, his second goal in three NHL games. Ryan Strome scored in the first period for the Capitals, who had a franchise-record …

Capitals visit the Blue Jackets following Wilson’s 2-goal performance
1 week, 5 days ago

Capitals visit the Blue Jackets following Wilson’s 2-goal performance

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Columbus, Ohio; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals visit the Columbus Blue Jackets after Tom Wilson’s two-goal game against the Montreal Canadiens in the Capitals’ 4-2 win. TOP PERFORMERS: Zachary Werenski has scored nine goals with 20 assists for the Blue Jackets. LAST 10 GAMES: Blue Jackets: 5-4-1, averaging 3.7 goals, …

Anaheim takes road win streak into matchup with Montreal
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Anaheim takes road win streak into matchup with Montreal

Associated Press  

Anaheim Ducks vs. Montreal Canadiens Montreal, Quebec; Monday, 7:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Anaheim Ducks will try to keep a three-game road win streak going when they play the Montreal Canadiens. Cutter Gauthier has three goals and three assists over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Canadiens: 5-4-1, averaging 2.9 goals, 4.4 assists, 4.6 penalties and 11.9 penalty …

Tom Wilson scores twice in 3rd period as surging Capitals beat Canadiens 4-2
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Tom Wilson scores twice in 3rd period as surging Capitals beat Canadiens 4-2

Associated Press  

MONTREAL — Tom Wilson scored twice in the third period and the Washington Capitals rallied to beat the Montreal Canadiens 4-2 on Saturday night. Aliaksei Protas had two assists and Logan Thompson finished with 22 saves to help Metropolitan Division-leading Washington get its ninth straight road win and extend its points streak to 6-0-1. Capitals: Despite playing without Alex Ovechkin, …

McMichael helps the Capitals beat the Maple Leafs 3-1 for franchise-record 8th straight road win
2 weeks, 2 days ago

McMichael helps the Capitals beat the Maple Leafs 3-1 for franchise-record 8th straight road win

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Connor McMichael scored in the third period, and the Washington Capitals beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Friday night for their franchise-record eighth consecutive road win. Takeaways Maple Leafs: Chris Tanev picked up his seventh point of the season when the defenseman sent a stretch pass to Tavares for a second-period breakaway that tied it at 1. …

Toronto aims to keep win streak going, hosts Washington
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Toronto aims to keep win streak going, hosts Washington

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Toronto; Friday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking to extend a three-game win streak with a victory against the Washington Capitals. TOP PERFORMERS: William Nylander has 16 goals and 11 assists for the Maple Leafs. LAST 10 GAMES: Maple Leafs: 8-2-0, averaging 3.1 goals, 4.9 assists, 3.1 penalties and …

Capitals defeat the New Jersey Devils 6-5 for their seventh straight road win
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Capitals defeat the New Jersey Devils 6-5 for their seventh straight road win

Associated Press  

NEWARK, N.J. — Pierre-Luc Dubois, Rasmus Sandin and Taylor Raddysh each scored a goal and added an assist in the Washington Capitals 6-5 win over the New Jersey Devils in a meeting featuring the top two teams in the Metropolitan Division on Saturday night. Stefan Noesen scored twice for New Jersey and Jesper Bratt, Nico Hischier and Justin Dowling also …

Washington visits New Jersey after shootout win
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Washington visits New Jersey after shootout win

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. New Jersey Devils Newark, New Jersey; Saturday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Devils -168, Capitals +142; over/under is 6 BOTTOM LINE: The New Jersey Devils host the Washington Capitals after the Capitals knocked off the New York Islanders 5-4 in overtime. Connor McMichael has scored five goals and added four assists over the past 10 games. …

Islanders take on the Capitals after Nelson’s 2-goal game
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Islanders take on the Capitals after Nelson’s 2-goal game

Associated Press  

New York Islanders vs. Washington Capitals Washington; Friday, 3 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Capitals -140, Islanders +116; over/under is 5.5 BOTTOM LINE: The New York Islanders visit the Washington Capitals after Brock Nelson scored two goals in the Islanders’ 6-3 loss to the Boston Bruins. Anders Lee has scored five goals with two assists over the past 10 games. …

Sabres and Canucks hit the ice in non-conference matchup
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Sabres and Canucks hit the ice in non-conference matchup

Associated Press  

Vancouver Canucks vs. Buffalo Sabres Buffalo, New York; Friday, 3 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Canucks -118, Sabres -102; over/under is 5.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Buffalo Sabres face the Vancouver Canucks in a non-conference matchup. Elias Pettersson has scored five goals and added seven assists over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Sabres: 7-3-0, averaging 3.2 goals, 5.2 assists, …

Washington plays Toronto after Ovechkin’s 2-goal game
1 month, 1 week ago

Washington plays Toronto after Ovechkin’s 2-goal game

Associated Press  

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Washington Capitals Washington; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Capitals -127, Maple Leafs +107; over/under is 6.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals host the Toronto Maple Leafs after Alexander Ovechkin scored two goals in the Capitals’ 8-1 win against the St. Louis Blues. The Maple Leafs rank 10th in NHL play serving 9.6 penalty minutes …

Ovechkin's Historic Night Captivates Washington Capitals in Thrilling Match
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ovechkin's Historic Night Captivates Washington Capitals in Thrilling Match

Associated Press  

Alex Ovechkin scores twice as many goals in a thrilling back-and-forth game between the Washington Capitals and the New York Rangers. Ovechkin moves 38 points away from Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record and scores two goals in the first 25 minutes. The Capitals win 5-3, thanks to Connor McMichael's four goals and Aliaksei Protas's two assists. Igor Shesterkin shines …

Capitals Reign Supreme as They Clinch Four-Game Winning Streak at Home
2 months ago

Capitals Reign Supreme as They Clinch Four-Game Winning Streak at Home

Associated Press  

The Washington Capitals will look to extend their winning streak into home territory against the Philadelphia Flyers in a crucial Metropolitan Division matchup. The Capitals hold a 4-1 record overall and a 2-1-0 record in games they score at least three goals, while the Flyers are struggling at 1-4-1 and 0-1-0 when scoring at least three goals. The teams have …

Capitals on a Roll, Flyers Struggling to Find Their Rhythm
2 months ago

Capitals on a Roll, Flyers Struggling to Find Their Rhythm

Associated Press  

The Washington Capitals will look to keep a three-game win streak alive when they take on the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday. The two teams have never met each other this season, but the Capitals are looking to extend their winning streak against the Flyers. Travis Konecny and Jett Luchanko have been performing well for the Flyers, while Tom Wilson and …

Devils Dominate Capitals in a Thrilling Metropolitan Showdown
2 months ago

Devils Dominate Capitals in a Thrilling Metropolitan Showdown

Associated Press  

The New Jersey Devils and Washington Capitals will clash in a Metropolitan Division matchup on Saturday. New Jersey sits at 5-2, while Washington boasts a 40-31-11 record from last season. The Devils have a +eight scoring differential, while the Capitals scored 216 goals last season. The Devils have won the previous meeting 5-3, and Saturday's game is the second encounter …

Vancouver hosts Edmonton with 1-0 series lead
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Vancouver hosts Edmonton with 1-0 series lead

Associated Press  

Edmonton Oilers vs. Vancouver Canucks Vancouver, British Columbia; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Oilers -134, Canucks +113; over/under is 6 NHL PLAYOFFS SECOND ROUND: Canucks lead series 1-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Vancouver Canucks host the Edmonton Oilers in the second round of the NHL Playoffs with a 1-0 lead in the series. Zach Hyman has scored 10 goals …

Boston and Florida tied 1-1 heading to game 3
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Boston and Florida tied 1-1 heading to game 3

Associated Press  

Florida Panthers vs. Boston Bruins Boston; Friday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Panthers -123, Bruins +102; over/under is 5.5 NHL PLAYOFFS SECOND ROUND: Series tied 1-1 BOTTOM LINE: The Boston Bruins and the Florida Panthers are in a 1-1 series tie in the second round of the NHL Playoffs. Jake DeBrusk has scored four goals and added two assists …

Bruins look to clinch series win over the Maple Leafs
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Bruins look to clinch series win over the Maple Leafs

Associated Press  

Boston Bruins vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Toronto; Thursday, 8 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Maple Leafs -114, Bruins -105; over/under is 5.5 NHL PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND: Bruins lead series 3-2 BOTTOM LINE: The Boston Bruins look to clinch the first round of the NHL Playoffs over the Toronto Maple Leafs in game six. The Maple Leafs serve 9.9 penalty minutes …

Boston hosts Toronto with 3-1 series lead
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Boston hosts Toronto with 3-1 series lead

Associated Press  

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Boston Bruins Boston; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Bruins -161, Maple Leafs +136; over/under is 5.5 NHL PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND: Bruins lead series 3-1 BOTTOM LINE: The Boston Bruins host the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round of the NHL Playoffs with a 3-1 lead in the series. The Maple Leafs have allowed …

New York visits Washington with 2-0 series lead
7 months, 4 weeks ago

New York visits Washington with 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

New York Rangers vs. Washington Capitals Washington; Friday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Rangers -172, Capitals +144; over/under is 5.5 NHL PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND: Rangers lead series 2-0 BOTTOM LINE: The New York Rangers visit the Washington Capitals in the first round of the NHL Playoffs with a 2-0 lead in the series. New York has a 20-8-0 record …

New York hosts Washington with 1-0 series lead
8 months ago

New York hosts Washington with 1-0 series lead

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers New York; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Rangers -278, Capitals +223; over/under is 5.5 NHL PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND: Rangers lead series 1-0 BOTTOM LINE: The New York Rangers host the Washington Capitals in the first round of the NHL Playoffs with a 1-0 lead in the series. Alexander Ovechkin has scored five …

New York hosts Washington to open the NHL Playoffs
8 months ago

New York hosts Washington to open the NHL Playoffs

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers New York; Sunday, 3 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Rangers -240, Capitals +195; over/under is 5.5 NHL PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND: Rangers host series opener BOTTOM LINE: The New York Rangers host the Washington Capitals to start the Eastern Conference first round. New York is 55-23-4 overall with an 18-8-0 record against the Metropolitan Division. …

Capitals visit the Flyers in Metropolitan Division play
8 months, 1 week ago

Capitals visit the Flyers in Metropolitan Division play

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. Philadelphia Flyers Philadelphia; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Flyers -137, Capitals +116; over/under is 5.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Philadelphia Flyers take on the Washington Capitals in a matchup of Metropolitan Division squads. Owen Tippett has scored three goals and added three assists over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Flyers: 2-6-2, averaging 2.3 goals, …

Canadiens bring 3-game losing streak into matchup against the Red Wings
8 months, 1 week ago

Canadiens bring 3-game losing streak into matchup against the Red Wings

Associated Press  

Detroit Red Wings vs. Montreal Canadiens Montreal, Quebec; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Red Wings -167, Canadiens +140; over/under is 6.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Montreal Canadiens look to break a three-game slide when they take on the Detroit Red Wings. Raymond has scored 31 goals with 40 assists for the Red Wings. LAST 10 GAMES: Canadiens: 3-4-3, averaging …

Capitals shut out Bruins
8 months, 1 week ago

Capitals shut out Bruins

Associated Press  

John Carlson scored another big goal, Charlie Lindgren stopped all 16 shots he faced and the Washington Capitals moved another step closer to the playoffs by beating the Boston Bruins 2-0 on Monday night. ISLANDERS 4, DEVILS 1 NEWARK, N.J. — Kyle Palmieri and Brock Nelson each had a goal and an assist and the Patrick Roy-led New York Islanders …

Capitals host the Bruins after Milano’s 2-goal game
8 months, 1 week ago

Capitals host the Bruins after Milano’s 2-goal game

Associated Press  

Boston Bruins vs. Washington Capitals Washington; Monday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals host the Boston Bruins after Sonny Milano scored two goals in the Capitals’ 4-2 win against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Capitals have a 29-5-4 record in games they score at least three goals. LAST 10 GAMES: Capitals: 3-5-2, averaging 2.2 goals, 3.9 assists, 2.3 …

Capitals beat the Lightning 4-2 to keep their playoff hopes alive
8 months, 1 week ago

Capitals beat the Lightning 4-2 to keep their playoff hopes alive

Hindustan Times  

WASHINGTON — John Carlson scored the go-ahead goal on a power play with 11:31 left, Charlie Lindgren made 32 saves in another strong performance when his team needed him and the Washington Capitals kept their playoff hopes alive by beating the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 on Saturday. HT Image Sonny Milano scored twice and Nic Dowd provided an insurance goal …

Capitals beat the Lightning 4-2 to keep their playoff hopes alive
8 months, 1 week ago

Capitals beat the Lightning 4-2 to keep their playoff hopes alive

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — With the score tied and their season hanging in the balance, Charlie Lindgren made one big save after another to keep the Washington Capitals in a crucial game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. “We’ve got two games here left and obviously just lay it all out there.” Sonny Milano scored twice and Nic Dowd provided an insurance goal …

Capitals bring home skid into matchup with the Lightning
8 months, 1 week ago

Capitals bring home skid into matchup with the Lightning

Associated Press  

Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Washington Capitals Washington; Saturday, 5:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals host the Tampa Bay Lightning looking to stop a three-game home losing streak. Anthony Cirelli has five goals and three assists over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Capitals: 3-5-2, averaging 2.1 goals, 3.8 assists, 2.3 penalties and 5.2 penalty minutes while giving …

Skids by the Capitals, Flyers and Avalanche have altered the NHL’s playoff race
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Skids by the Capitals, Flyers and Avalanche have altered the NHL’s playoff race

Associated Press  

When April began, the Washington Capitals and Philadelphia Flyers looked on track to make the playoffs and the Colorado Avalanche had a good shot at winning the Central Division. “When you’re in a winning streak, it feels like you can do no wrong and you can’t miss,” Capitals leading scorer Dylan Strome said Monday. “We can’t get discouraged,” Flyers coach …

Bruins bring 4-game win streak into matchup with the Hurricanes
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Bruins bring 4-game win streak into matchup with the Hurricanes

Associated Press  

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Boston Bruins Boston; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Boston Bruins play the Carolina Hurricanes with a four win streak intact. The Hurricanes have an 18-10-1 record in games they serve fewer penalty minutes than their opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Bruins: 7-3-0, averaging 3.3 goals, 5.5 assists, 3.9 penalties and 8.9 penalty minutes while giving up …

Capitals blow another late lead, lose to the Senators 3-2 in overtime
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Capitals blow another late lead, lose to the Senators 3-2 in overtime

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Charlie Lindgren allowed three goals on 21 shots, the last by Jake Sanderson in overtime, and the Washington Capitals lost a sixth consecutive game, a 3-2 defeat to the Ottawa Senators on Sunday night that’s yet another blow to their playoff hopes late in the NHL season. Too many turnovers, too many mistakes that we shouldn’t be making …

Penguins visit the Capitals after Crosby’s 2-goal game
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Penguins visit the Capitals after Crosby’s 2-goal game

Associated Press  

Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Washington Capitals Washington; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Pittsburgh Penguins visit the Washington Capitals after Sidney Crosby’s two-goal game against the New Jersey Devils in the Penguins’ 6-3 win. Bryan Rust has scored seven goals and added six assists over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Capitals: 6-3-1, averaging three goals, 5.1 assists, 2.3 …

Sabres and Capitals square off in Eastern Conference action
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Sabres and Capitals square off in Eastern Conference action

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. Buffalo Sabres Buffalo, New York; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Buffalo Sabres and the Washington Capitals hit the ice in Eastern Conference play. Tage Thompson has scored seven goals and added six assists over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Sabres: 5-5-0, averaging 3.4 goals, five assists, 4.4 penalties and 14.1 penalty minutes while …

Bruins visit the Predators after shootout victory
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Bruins visit the Predators after shootout victory

Associated Press  

Boston Bruins vs. Nashville Predators Nashville, Tennessee; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Boston Bruins visit the Nashville Predators after the Bruins beat the Washington Capitals 3-2 in a shootout. Pavel Zacha has three goals and eight assists over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Predators: 7-2-1, averaging 3.8 goals, 6.7 assists, 3.2 penalties and 8.5 penalty minutes …

Capitals aim to keep win streak going, visit the Maple Leafs
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Capitals aim to keep win streak going, visit the Maple Leafs

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Toronto; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals aim to keep a three-game win streak alive when they take on the Toronto Maple Leafs. LAST 10 GAMES: Maple Leafs: 5-4-1, averaging 3.6 goals, 6.2 assists, 4.2 penalties and 10.4 penalty minutes while giving up three goals per game. Capitals: 7-3-0, averaging 3.1 …

Capitals beat the Red Wings 4-3 in overtime in a crucial East playoff race matchup
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Capitals beat the Red Wings 4-3 in overtime in a crucial East playoff race matchup

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Dylan Strome has never gotten the chance to play playoff hockey in the NHL in front of sold-out crowds. “Maybe people didn’t peg us to be a playoff team at the start of the season, but I think we’re proving a lot of people wrong right now.” Strome and his teammates came to play in arguably the franchise’s …

Capitals play the Red Wings following Ovechkin’s 2-goal performance
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Capitals play the Red Wings following Ovechkin’s 2-goal performance

Associated Press  

Detroit Red Wings vs. Washington Capitals Washington; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals host the Detroit Red Wings after Alexander Ovechkin’s two-goal game against the Winnipeg Jets in the Capitals’ 3-0 win. The Red Wings are eighth in league play with 240 total goals. LAST 10 GAMES: Capitals: 7-3-0, averaging 3.3 goals, 5.2 assists, three penalties and …

Alex Ovechkin scores twice as the Capitals beat the Jets 3-0 to move back into playoff position
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Alex Ovechkin scores twice as the Capitals beat the Jets 3-0 to move back into playoff position

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin scored twice to reach 26 goals this season, Charlie Lindgren stopped all 27 shots he faced and the Washington Capitals beat the Winnipeg Jets 3-0 on Sunday to move back into a playoff position. In two weeks, we want to keep playing.” Ovechkin getting hot has fueled Washington’s surge up the standings and reignited talk of …

Vancouver plays Los Angeles following Hoglander’s 2-goal performance
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Vancouver plays Los Angeles following Hoglander’s 2-goal performance

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Kings vs. Vancouver Canucks Vancouver, British Columbia; Monday, 9 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Vancouver Canucks host the Los Angeles Kings after Nils Hoglander’s two-goal game against the Calgary Flames in the Canucks’ 4-2 win. Los Angeles has a 9-4-4 record in Pacific Division games and a 37-22-11 record overall. LAST 10 GAMES: Canucks: 7-2-1, averaging 2.8 goals, …

Ottawa extends New York’s league-high losing streak to seven games with 3-0 victory in PWHL
9 months ago

Ottawa extends New York’s league-high losing streak to seven games with 3-0 victory in PWHL

Associated Press  

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Captain Brianne Jenner had a goal and an assist to help Ottawa extended New York’s league-high losing streak to seven games with a 3-0 victory on Wednesday night in the Professional Women’s Hockey League. Ottawa moved ahead of Boston for fourth place and the final playoff spot — with six games to play. New York has just …

Matthews scores twice to reach 57 this season, Leafs rout Capitals 7-3 despite Ovechkin’s 2 goals
9 months ago

Matthews scores twice to reach 57 this season, Leafs rout Capitals 7-3 despite Ovechkin’s 2 goals

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Auston Matthews still gets excited about facing Alex Ovechkin, one of his favorite players growing up. Matthews scored his NHL-leading 56th and 57th goals of the season and matched his career high with five points, leading the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 7-3 rout of the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night despite Ovechkin moving closer to Wayne Gretzky. …

Capitals visit the Western Conference-leading Canucks
9 months, 1 week ago

Capitals visit the Western Conference-leading Canucks

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. Vancouver Canucks Vancouver, British Columbia; Saturday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals visit the Western Conference-leading Vancouver Canucks. Miller has scored six goals and added seven assists over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Canucks: 5-3-2, averaging 2.5 goals, 4.6 assists, 2.9 penalties and 6.4 penalty minutes while giving up 2.4 goals per game. …

Washington visits Tampa Bay after McMichael’s 2-goal game
10 months ago

Washington visits Tampa Bay after McMichael’s 2-goal game

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Tampa, Florida; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals visit the Tampa Bay Lightning after Connor McMichael scored two goals in the Capitals’ 6-2 win over the New Jersey Devils. The Lightning are third in NHL play serving 11.6 penalty minutes per game. LAST 10 GAMES: Lightning: 6-4-0, averaging 3.7 goals, 5.9 …

Ovechkin’s goal streak ends, but Capitals beat Canadiens 4-3
10 months ago

Ovechkin’s goal streak ends, but Capitals beat Canadiens 4-3

Associated Press  

MONTREAL — T.J. Oshie scored the 300th goal of his career, while Aliaksei Protas and Anthony Mantha each had a goal and an assist as Washington delivered with a 4-3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night. “There’s not a point out there that we don’t need right now.” Nick Suzuki, Arber Xhekaj and Alex Newhook scored while Jake …

Avalanche enter matchup against the Capitals on losing streak
10 months, 1 week ago

Avalanche enter matchup against the Capitals on losing streak

Associated Press  

Colorado Avalanche vs. Washington Capitals Washington; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Colorado Avalanche look to break their four-game slide with a victory over the Washington Capitals. The Avalanche serve 10.0 penalty minutes per game to rank 10th in NHL play. LAST 10 GAMES: Capitals: 3-5-2, averaging 2.5 goals, 4.7 assists, 3.8 penalties and 8.9 penalty minutes while giving …

Miller scores with 4.8 seconds left in OT to help the Canucks end their skid, beat the Capitals 3-2
10 months, 1 week ago

Miller scores with 4.8 seconds left in OT to help the Canucks end their skid, beat the Capitals 3-2

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Not much has gone wrong for the Vancouver Canucks this season, so back-to-back losses hit harder. Miller providing the heroics, scoring with 4.8 seconds left in overtime to give Vancouver a 3-2 victory at the Washington Capitals in the traditional Super Bowl Sunday matinee in the nation’s capital, ending their brief skid. Hoglander’s goal came 71 seconds after …

Western Conference-leading Canucks take on the Capitals
10 months, 1 week ago

Western Conference-leading Canucks take on the Capitals

Associated Press  

Vancouver Canucks vs. Washington Capitals Washington; Sunday, 1:30 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Canucks -162, Capitals +137; over/under is 6 BOTTOM LINE: The Western Conference-leading Vancouver Canucks travel to face the Washington Capitals. Elias Pettersson has scored six goals and added six assists over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Capitals: 3-6-1, averaging 2.4 goals, 4.5 assists, 4.1 …

Capitals bring losing streak into game against the Bruins
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Capitals bring losing streak into game against the Bruins

Associated Press  

Washington Capitals vs. Boston Bruins Boston; Saturday, 3:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals come into the matchup against the Boston Bruins as losers of six straight games. T.J. Oshie has six goals and two assists over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Bruins: 8-2-0, averaging 4.1 goals, 6.2 assists, four penalties and 9.1 penalty minutes while giving …

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