Capitals Draft History: Selecting Robert Picard Nathan Moser | June 8, 2024 The Washington Capitals have held the third overall pick in the NHL Entry Draft only once in their franchise’s history. It was back during the 1977 Draft. After center Dale…
Forgotten Washington Capitals: Phil Housley Nathan Moser | June 7, 2024 When it comes to statistically the best defensemen in NHL history in points, the first name is Ray Bourque, who played for the Boston Bruins and Colorado Avalanche. He finished…
Today in Hockey History: June 7 Matthew Zator | June 7, 2024 There was still plenty of hockey played on June 7, and we got to see a trio of unique Stanley Cup winners, some overtime drama, clutch goaltending, and one streak…
Washington Capitals’ History of Drafting 4th Overall Nathan Moser | June 6, 2024 When it comes to the NHL Entry Draft, all the teams who really need to select talent at the top would prefer having the first overall pick. It gives them…
Capitals Lookback: Drafting Bobby Carpenter Nathan Moser | June 1, 2024 The Washington Capitals had a difficult number of seasons at the beginning of their history following their expansion into the NHL. Due to these struggles, they had to pick at…
Washington Capitals’ First Overall Draft Picks Nathan Moser | June 1, 2024 Getting the first overall pick in the NHL Entry Draft is a bittersweet feeling. No fanbase ever wants their team to be bad enough to have a good chance to…
Today in Hockey History: May 30 Matthew Zator | May 30, 2024 This date in National Hockey League history has seen its fair share of memorable moments. From Stanley Cup Final drama to coaching changes and trades, May 30 has provided us…
The Capitals Career of Mike Ridley Nathan Moser | May 27, 2024 Looking at the top-ten points leaders in Washington Capitals history, some names stick out immediately. Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom are the top two with 1,550 and 1,033 points, respectively.…
Capitals Number Retirement Debate: Mike Green Nathan Moser | May 19, 2024 There have been many great defensemen who have donned the Washington Capitals sweater. John Carlson is a current leader on the backend for the organization and he leads all Caps…
Today in Hockey History: May 19 Matthew Zator | May 19, 2024 A pair of historic Stanley Cup champions were crowned on this date. May 19 has also seen some great individual efforts by Hall of Fame defensemen and goaltenders. Let’s begin…
Washington Capitals’ Forgotten Ones Nathan Moser | May 16, 2024 When the hockey world thinks about the Washington Capitals, there are obvious names that come up. If talking about the present or recent history, Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom, John Carlson,…
Today in Hockey History: May 15 Matthew Zator | May 15, 2024 May 15 goes down as one of the most intriguing dates in National Hockey League history. There was so much more than just the exciting moments on the ice that…