Capitals hope offseason changes help them return to the playoffs as Ovechkin chases Gretzky
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Capitals hope offseason changes help them return to the playoffs as Ovechkin chases Gretzky

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON CAPITALS Last season: 40-31-11, swept in first round of playoffs. BetMGM STANLEY CUP ODDS: 66-1 What to expect After making the playoffs in their final game last season and getting swept by the New York Rangers in the first round, the Capitals underwent an offseason of significant change. Alex Ovechkin enters the second-to-last year of his contract having turned 39 and in hot pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record. Strengths and weaknesses The good: Ovechkin remains a threat to score the power play and at even strength, coming off a torrid second half that got him to 31 goals last season. Washington scored 2.63 goals a game last season, by far the lowest output of any playoff team and better than just four others.

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Capitals are rolling along without Alex Ovechkin thanks to depth that has kept them a contender
1 week, 4 days ago

Capitals are rolling along without Alex Ovechkin thanks to depth that has kept them a contender

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Va. — Alex Ovechkin has not missed many games during his two decades in the NHL with the Washington Capitals, and that remarkable durability is one reason why he is fast-approaching Wayne Gretzky’s career goals record. “Ovi, he’s a legend, he’s special, he’s always going to probably lead the team in goals and we’re a better team with him, …

Capitals put Alex Ovechkin on injured reserve, ruling him out at least a week
1 month ago

Capitals put Alex Ovechkin on injured reserve, ruling him out at least a week

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Va. — Alex Ovechkin is on injured reserve, and the Washington Capitals are coming to grips with playing without their superstar captain for the coming weeks. “He’s the hottest guy in the league, and he’s chasing something bigger than hockey,” longtime teammate Tom Wilson said after practice Wednesday. Carbery described Ovechkin’s initial reaction as “bummed,” while veteran defenseman John …

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin is week-to-week with a leg injury amid chase for NHL career goals record
1 month ago

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin is week-to-week with a leg injury amid chase for NHL career goals record

Associated Press  

Alex Ovechkin is considered week-to-week after injuring his lower left leg in the Washington Capitals’ most recent game at Utah, an absence that is expected to slow down his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record. The Capitals said Tuesday that Ovechkin would be evaluated further by doctors when they return home from their road trip. Ovechkin scored twice …

Ovechkin scores twice before leaving with apparent injury, leads Capitals past Utah 6-2
1 month ago

Ovechkin scores twice before leaving with apparent injury, leads Capitals past Utah 6-2

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Alex Ovechkin scored twice, tying an NHL record, before leaving with an apparent leg injury to propel the Washington Capitals to a 6-2 victory over the Utah Hockey Club on Monday night. Ovechkin scored on Connor Ingram, making Ingram the 178th different goaltender he’s scored on in his 20-year NHL career, tying a league record held …

Ovechkin ties NHL record by scoring on 178 different goalies before leaving with apparent leg injury
1 month ago

Ovechkin ties NHL record by scoring on 178 different goalies before leaving with apparent leg injury

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin tied one NHL record in his pursuit of another before leaving during the third period with an apparent left leg injury. Ovechkin scored twice on Utah goaltender Connor Ingram on Monday night, marking the 178th different goaltender he has scored on in his 20-year NHL career. Ovechkin went to the Capitals’ bench …

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin week to week with leg injury, putting pursuit of goals record on hold
1 month ago

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin week to week with leg injury, putting pursuit of goals record on hold

New York Times  

Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of the NHL’s all-time goals record is on hold for the foreseeable future. The Washington Capitals captain is considered week to week with a lower-body injury, the team announced Tuesday, after he took an accidental knee-on-knee hit from Utah Hockey Club forward Jack McBain during Monday’s 6-2 victory. INJURY UPDATE: Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin sustained an injury …

NHL player poll: Injury transparency? Want Ovechkin to break Gretzky’s record? Expand to 34 teams?
1 month ago

NHL player poll: Injury transparency? Want Ovechkin to break Gretzky’s record? Expand to 34 teams?

New York Times  

Wayne Gretzky is about as revered as professional athletes get. “Listen, Wayne’s got plenty of records that nobody will touch, so I think he’ll be OK giving that one up,” one NHL player told The Athletic. It would be cool to have our names on the same game sheet.” “It’s going to be cool playing in the era where you …

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, McMichael each scores twice as Capitals skate to 8-1 victory over the Blues
1 month, 1 week ago

Ovechkin, McMichael each scores twice as Capitals skate to 8-1 victory over the Blues

Associated Press  

ST. LOUIS — Washington’s Alex Ovechkin and Connor McMichael each scored two goals Saturday night, sparking the Capitals to an 8-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues. Ovechkin has scored 863 goals and is just 31 goals behind Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record 894. Ovechkin has scored goals in six of his last seven games. Scott Perunovich scored the lone St. …

NHL Playoff Report: Wild and Capitals on the rise, Predators and Bruins falling off
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NHL Playoff Report: Wild and Capitals on the rise, Predators and Bruins falling off

New York Times  

Welcome to the NHL Playoff Report, a monthly look at the league through the eyes of each team’s chances of making the playoffs: who’s up, who’s down and why. The Jets are off to an incredible 11-1-0 start and while that’s done great things for their playoff odds, their jump in Net Rating has been a little more modest. Columbus’s …

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' Stellar Performance Extends Winning Streak, Snapping Stars' Unbeaten Run
2 months ago

Capitals' Stellar Performance Extends Winning Streak, Snapping Stars' Unbeaten Run

Associated Press  

The Washington Capitals ended the Dallas Stars' season-opening winning streak at four with a 3-2 victory. Tom Wilson, Dylan Strome and Taylor Raddysh scored for the Capitals, while Colin Blackwell and Jason Robertson scored for the Stars. The Capitals' defense was strong, with Martin Fehervary blocking multiple shots in the final couple of minutes to allow the Capitals to hold …

Washington Capitals retool to keep their playoff-contending window open during Ovechkin era
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Washington Capitals retool to keep their playoff-contending window open during Ovechkin era

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Va. — In the midst of overhauling the Washington Capitals this offseason, Brian MacLellan received Alex Ovechkin’s seal of approval. I mean, there’s a lot of pressure on Ovi to produce last year because we lacked the depth in that area, so hopefully he’s supported here more with a better overall team this year.” Ovechkin is 42 goals from …

Lightning and Capitals make significant trades on 2nd day of NHL draft
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Lightning and Capitals make significant trades on 2nd day of NHL draft

Associated Press  

It is retooling time around the NHL before the start of free agency, and a handful of teams in the Eastern Conference used the second day of the draft to shake up their roster for next season and beyond. “We got younger, and we now have a war chest of cap space to go out and improve our team in …

Capitals acquire winger Andrew Mangiapane in a trade with the Flames
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Capitals acquire winger Andrew Mangiapane in a trade with the Flames

Associated Press  

The Washington Capitals acquired winger Andrew Mangiapane in a trade Thursday night with the Calgary Flames. “It’s the beginning of the summer, so we’ll see how it plays out near the end of the summer.” MacLellan sent the pick he received from Colorado for pending free agent Lars Eller at the 2023 deadline to Calgary for Mangiapane. “Today’s trade provides …

Washington Capitals reach an agreement to buy CapFriendly site with NHL salary information
6 months, 1 week ago

Washington Capitals reach an agreement to buy CapFriendly site with NHL salary information

Associated Press  

The Washington Capitals reached a deal to buy CapFriendly, a popular site that has long been a source of NHL salary information and will soon no longer be available to other teams or fans. “We anticipate that this acquisition will significantly enhance and integrate the various branches of our hockey operations department, allowing us to strengthen our management, scouting, analytics …

Rangers’ core looks to next season to finally reach Stanley Cup Final
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rangers’ core looks to next season to finally reach Stanley Cup Final

Associated Press  

TARRYTOWN, N.Y. — Seven years ago after the Henrik Lundqvist-led New York Rangers lost in the second round of the playoffs to Ottawa, there was talk of the team’s veteran core soon being dismantled. Chris Kreider, the longest-tenured Ranger who has played in five Eastern Conference Final rounds since joining the team during the 2012 playoffs, was asked if he …

Capitals’ T.J. Oshie hopes to play next season. He’ll only do so if his back problems are fixed
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Capitals’ T.J. Oshie hopes to play next season. He’ll only do so if his back problems are fixed

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Va. — T.J. Oshie lingered on the ice long after many of his Washington Capitals teammates departed for the locker room following the loss that eliminated them from the playoffs. “I’d love to play next year, but I will need to come back with somewhat of a guarantee that my back won’t be — it’s hard putting everyone through …

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin has no points in an NHL playoff series for the 1st time
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin has no points in an NHL playoff series for the 1st time

Hindustan Times  

WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin in addition to being the second-most prolific goal-scorer in NHL history in the regular season has throughout his career been a point-a-game producer in the playoffs, despite criticism that dogged him before winning the Stanley Cup in 2018. HT Image For the first time, Ovechkin was held without a goal or an assist in a playoff …

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin has no points in an NHL playoff series for the 1st time
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin has no points in an NHL playoff series for the 1st time

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin in addition to being the second-most prolific goal-scorer in NHL history in the regular season has throughout his career been a point-a-game producer in the playoffs, despite criticism that dogged him before winning the Stanley Cup in 2018. “I didn’t play well,” Ovechkin said after losing Game 4 on Sunday night. His best chance came in …

Rangers finish off sweep of the Capitals, move on to the 2nd round of the NHL playoffs
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Rangers finish off sweep of the Capitals, move on to the 2nd round of the NHL playoffs

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Not playing their best hockey against an opponent full of desperation, the New York Rangers relied on a familiar recipe to move on in the NHL playoffs. Artemi Panarin scored the go-ahead goal on the power play early in the third period, Igor Shesterkin made 23 saves and the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Rangers finished off a sweep of the …

‘Struggling’ Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is hoping patience pays off soon against the Rangers
7 months, 4 weeks ago

‘Struggling’ Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is hoping patience pays off soon against the Rangers

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Va. — Alex Ovechkin has just one shot on goal through the first two games of the Washington Capitals’ first-round playoff series against the New York Rangers, which they trail 2-0. We all have to play better if we want to get success.” Ovechkin’s lowest shot total through the first two games of a series before now was four …

Canucks’ Rick Tocchet among new coaches making an impact in leading teams to NHL playoffs
8 months ago

Canucks’ Rick Tocchet among new coaches making an impact in leading teams to NHL playoffs

Associated Press  

Rick Tocchet barely had a chance to get accustomed to the Pacific time zone when the newly hired Canucks coach wondered what exactly he had just gotten himself into in late January 2023. “It’s been a long road to this point of making the playoffs from that second game, and training camp and a lot of different things that hit …

Late-blooming, mustached goalie Charlie Lindgren carries the Washington Capitals into the playoffs
8 months ago

Late-blooming, mustached goalie Charlie Lindgren carries the Washington Capitals into the playoffs

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Va. — Alex Ovechkin scored a lot of goals down the stretch for the Washington Capitals, yet he is not the biggest reason they made the playoffs. “He’s really taken hold of it,” retired defenseman Karl Alzner said of Lindgren’s ‘stache, several years since they played together with Montreal and in the minors. “I have a lot of faith …

Oshie scores game-winner into empty net as Capitals make playoffs by beating Flyers
8 months ago

Oshie scores game-winner into empty net as Capitals make playoffs by beating Flyers

Hindustan Times  

PHILADELPHIA — T.J. Oshie scored into an empty net in the rare situation of a team pulling its goaltender in a tie game, and the Washington Capitals are in the playoffs after beating the Philadelphia Flyers 2-1 on Tuesday night. HT Image Flyers coach John Tortorella pulled goalie Samuel Ersson for an extra attacker because his team needed to win …

Capitals beat the Bruins 2-0 to move one win away from making the playoffs
8 months, 1 week ago

Capitals beat the Bruins 2-0 to move one win away from making the playoffs

Hindustan Times  

WASHINGTON — 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. HT Image Nic Dowd sealed it with an empty-netter with 11.7 seconds left, and now a win at Philadelphia on Tuesday night would put …

Capitals beat the Bruins 2-0 to move one win away from making the playoffs
8 months, 1 week ago

Capitals beat the Bruins 2-0 to move one win away from making the playoffs

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Leaving the ice and seeing the results of other games around the NHL after beating the Boston Bruins 2-0 on Monday night, Washington Capitals players took turns telling each other that it doesn’t matter. After John Carlson scored another big goal, Lindgren made one crucial stop after another and Nic Dowd sealed it with an empty-netter with 11.7 …

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 …

Top 2024 NHL Draft prospects Berkly Catton, Cayden Lindstrom done for season
8 months, 1 week ago

Top 2024 NHL Draft prospects Berkly Catton, Cayden Lindstrom done for season

New York Times  

Two of the best forward prospects eligible for the 2024 NHL Draft, the Spokane Chiefs’ Berkly Catton and Medicine Hat Tigers’ Cayden Lindstrom, are done for the season due to injuries. Lindstrom returned in time for Game 1 of Medicine Hat’s playoff opener but looked off in the series. Catton had been dealing with hip issues during the season, which …

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 …

New faces help the Penguins beat the Capitals 4-1 and move closer to a playoff spot
8 months, 2 weeks ago

New faces help the Penguins beat the Capitals 4-1 and move closer to a playoff spot

Hindustan Times  

WASHINGTON — Ryan Shea scored his first NHL goal and Michael Bunting his fourth with his new team, Alex Nedjelkovic made 30 saves and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Washington Capitals 4-1 on Thursday night to move closer to a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. HT Image With a third consecutive victory, the Penguins moved two points back of …

Peterka scores twice and Buffalo Sabres use 3rd-period surge in 6-2 win over the Washington Capitals
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Peterka scores twice and Buffalo Sabres use 3rd-period surge in 6-2 win over the Washington Capitals

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — JJ Peterka and the Buffalo Sabres haven’t given up on their slim chances of crashing the NHL playoff party. At the very least, they’re making it a crowded race following a 6-2 win over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday night. Peterka scored twice, including the go-ahead goal, and the Sabres not only slowed the Capitals’ late-season playoff …

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 …

Capitals’ Ethan Bear enters the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Capitals’ Ethan Bear enters the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Washington Capitals defenseman Ethan Bear has entered the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program. He is fifth player this season announced to be in the program after Columbus’ Patrik Laine, Colorado’s Samuel Girard and Valeri Nichushkin and former teammate Evgeny Kuznetsov. Bear, 26, has played 24 games since signing a two-year contract with Washington in December. The Capitals recalled defenseman …

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 …

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews is on pace for the NHL’s most goals in a season in nearly 30 years
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews is on pace for the NHL’s most goals in a season in nearly 30 years

Associated Press  

Max Domi lined up for a faceoff in Washington, looked over at Alex Ovechkin and thought, “Wow, that’s going to be the greatest goal-scorer of all time.” Then he looked over at Auston Matthews and realized his Toronto teammate could be in that discussion too. “We’ve got more stuff to worry about in our locker room as far as trying …

T.J. Oshie returns to the Capitals' lineup and is honored for playing in 1,000 NHL games
8 months, 4 weeks ago

T.J. Oshie returns to the Capitals' lineup and is honored for playing in 1,000 NHL games

Hindustan Times  

WASHINGTON — T.J. Oshie returned to the Washington Capitals' lineup Sunday, getting back just in time for the ceremony honoring his milestone of playing in 1,000 NHL games. “I know he’s had a lot of injuries, but he’s a big part of, especially their success when they won the Cup,” said Jets assistant Scott Arniel, who was on staff with …

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 …

T.J. Oshie returns to the Capitals’ lineup and is honored for playing in 1,000 NHL games
8 months, 4 weeks ago

T.J. Oshie returns to the Capitals’ lineup and is honored for playing in 1,000 NHL games

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — T.J. Oshie returned to the Washington Capitals’ lineup Sunday, getting back just in time for the ceremony honoring his milestone of playing in 1,000 NHL games. “I know he’s had a lot of injuries, but he’s a big part of, especially their success when they won the Cup,” said Jets assistant Scott Arniel, who was on staff with …

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. …

Connor McMichael scores on a breakaway in 3rd period to give Capitals a 2-1 win over Kraken
9 months, 1 week ago

Connor McMichael scores on a breakaway in 3rd period to give Capitals a 2-1 win over Kraken

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Connor McMichael scored on a breakaway with 8:24 left in the game and the Washington Capitals gained ground in their bid for a playoff spot by beating the Seattle Kraken 2-1 on Thursday night. Oliver Bjorkstrand scored for the Kraken, who have 68 points and remain nine behind Vegas for the West’s second wild-card berth. I just wanted …

NHL trade grades: Evgeny Kuznetsov is an off-brand fit but worthwhile risk for Hurricanes
9 months, 2 weeks ago

NHL trade grades: Evgeny Kuznetsov is an off-brand fit but worthwhile risk for Hurricanes

New York Times  

The trade Carolina Hurricanes get: Center Evgeny Kuznetsov. With Kuznetsov that’s to be expected; he does things that public expected goals models don’t capture and usually that leads to actual results. But if Kuznetsov can get back on track there’s a possibility of a high reward in Carolina’s immediate future. Kuznetsov — most recently a member of the Hershey Bears, …

Ducks score late to beat Ottawa, net third victory in four games
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ducks score late to beat Ottawa, net third victory in four games

LA Times  

The Ducks celebrate the team’s win over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night in Anaheim. Alex Killorn scored the tiebreaking goal on a pass from rookie Olen Zellweger early in the third period of the Ducks’ third victory in four games, 2-1 over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night. Good job by him.” Ducks Injury-riddled Ducks can’t rally in loss …

Capitals lose to the Coyotes 5-2, a potentially decisive defeat days before the NHL trade deadline
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Capitals lose to the Coyotes 5-2, a potentially decisive defeat days before the NHL trade deadline

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — It was difficult for Washington Capitals players to explain why they started slow, lost their composure and ultimately their game to the Arizona Coyotes 5-2 on Sunday, given what was at stake. With the NHL trade deadline fast approaching and sitting on the fringe of the playoff race in the Eastern Conference, the disappointing performance wasted a valuable …

Capitals put Evgeny Kuznetsov on waivers after he was cleared to practice again
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Capitals put Evgeny Kuznetsov on waivers after he was cleared to practice again

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Va. — The Washington Capitals put Evgeny Kuznetsov on waivers on Saturday, a surprising move that came hours after the mercurial center was cleared by the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program to resume practicing. “It’s just an opportunity for our side, too, to start fresh and try to get him an opportunity to continue his career.” Kuznetsov struggled this season …

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