Cup-Winning Capitals: Where Are They Now?
Who could forget the Washington Capitals’ run to the Stanley Cup in 2017-18? The Final started poorly, with the Caps losing Game 1 of the series 6-4 in Las Vegas.…
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Capitals’ Iconic Playoff Goals From Joel Ward & Devante Smith-Pelly
In honor of Black History Month, it’s important to reflect on the barrier-breakers who have sacrificed for progression. Sports have always been a main stage for norms to be challenged,…
Capitals’ Roster Diversity Runs Almost 50 Years Deep
A few weeks ago, the Washington Capitals announced their initiatives surrounding Black History Month that focus on diversity and inclusion in hockey, racial equality, and the recognition of achievements by…
Former Teammates Confident Smith-Pelly Will Get Another Shot
TORONTO — Brett Connolly says he owes the Stanley Cup ring on his finger to Devante Smith-Pelly.
Some 15 months after that magical playoff run, Connolly simply hopes his former teammate gets another chance.
Smith-Pelly scored in Games 3,…
Busy Offseason Expected for Capitals’ Front Office
With the Washington Capitals’ unexpected first-round exit from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, general manager Brian MacLellan has some difficult decisions in front of him. The Capitals’ roster is a powder-keg of high-priced contracts, expiring contracts, and aging stars. Unfortunately, some of the Caps’ brightest young stars hold those expiring contracts, and MacLellan will most likely have to make some sacrifices to keep a championship-caliber team together.
NHL Rumors: Holland, Smith-Pelly, Avs, Sabres, More
In today’s NHL rumor rundown, it appears Ken Holland will be accepting the role of General Manager for the Edmonton Oilers, there is buzz that a certain Washington Capitals forward…
Capitals’ Smith-Pelly a Free Agency Conundrum
Last summer, when the New Jersey Devils bought out Devante Smith-Pelly’s contract, his future in the NHL looked uncertain. The Washington Capitals decided to take a low-risk chance on him,…
Canadiens Fans Should Cheer on Eller and Smith-Pelly
Montreal Canadiens fans have two choices in the wake of the Washington Capitals’ Stanley Cup win. They can lament the fact that two former Habs, Lars Eller and Devante Smith-Pelly,…
Devante Smith-Pelly: Capitals’ Postseason Powerhouse
Devante Smith-Pelly (or DSP as he’s known in DC) wasn’t guaranteed a spot on one of the Capitals’ four lines for the 2018 NHL Playoffs. His play had been inconsistent,…
A Devils Fan’s Guide to the Stanley Cup Final
With the 2018 Stanley Cup Final now set both teams playing for the championship have a small connection to the New Jersey Devils. For the Eastern Conference champion Washington Capitals,…
Is Hockey for Everyone? Confronting Racism in the NHL
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman issued a statement this week after four fans were ejected from the United Center during the Blackhawks-Capitals game late Saturday night for directing racial taunts at a Devante Smith-Pelly. He didn’t have…
Capitals’ Smith-Pelly, NHL Address Racist Taunts
For Washington Capitals winger Devante Smith-Pelly, Saturday’s game was not the first time he’s seen racism in hockey, let alone racism directed toward himself. “It’s happened in hockey before,” Smith-Pelly…