Shutting Down McDavid a Capitals Priority
Just two weeks ago, the Washington Capitals defeated the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place with a dominating 5-2 victory. Sunday marks the second and final time these two teams face…
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For Capitals’ Bowey, Consistency Is Key to Roster Spot
As the Washington Capitals get closer to the regular season, there are still a few prospects remaining on the roster who are looking to lock down a spot. On the…
What’s Going on with Braden Holtby?
The Washington Capitals, who went into this playoff series as one of the favorites to go on and win the Stanley Cup, now find themselves with their backs against the…
One-on-One: Shattenkirk Talks Capitals, Orpik & Playoffs
It hasn’t even been a month since Kevin Shattenkirk joined the Washington Capitals, but upon first glance, it doesn’t seem that way. In fact, the 28-year-old blueliner didn’t take long…
Shattenkirk the Solution to Caps’ Playoff Woes?
The Washington Capitals may have made just one deal, but their acquisition of defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk made them the winners of the 2017 NHL Trade Deadline. Shattenkirk was pretty much the only…
Beginning of the End for Capitals?
Every year, there is nothing like the pressure of becoming a Stanley Cup contender. Everybody wants to be one of the elite, yet not everyone is at the top of…
Capitals, Orlov Have Much to Consider as Negotiations Continue
The offseason is winding down, and the Washington Capitals have had a quiet, but productive one. They’ve acquired Lars Eller, who should slot in as their third-line centre, and the additions of Brett…
Olli Maatta Full Participant in Penguins’ Skate
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Olli Maatta was a full participant at practice this morning, according to reports. Maatta, after being injured by Capitals’ defenseman Brooks Orpik in Game 2, skated prior…
Penguins’ Letang Deserves Suspension
Pittsburgh Penguins’ defenseman Kris Letang deserves to be suspended. No fancy lede here. I think that my point is pretty clear. Yesterday I wrote an article that largely praised the…
Brooks Orpik Opens Up About Hit on Maatta, Suspension
Washington Capitals blueliner Brooks Orpik took center stage Monday, when he addressed the media about his hit on Penguins defenseman Olli Maatta and his three-game suspension. Your browser does not…
Penguins Aren’t Falling for Same Old Tricks
In recent years there has been a pretty solid strategy to defeat the Pittsburgh Penguins. Get under their skin and watch them self destruct. To say that the Capitals are…
Hockey Headlines: Brooks Orpik Suspension; Draft Lottery News
A collection of the latest news from around the world of hockey: When Brooks Orpik had to be helped off the ice after taking a hit from Ryan White, it…