Reduction and Rivalry: The Keys to Winter Classic Success Andrew Forbes | January 3, 2015 The sun was shinning in Washington on New Years Day and according to players, the ice was in great shape at Nationals Park for the annual NHL Bridgestone Winter Classic.…
Q & A with Troy Brouwer of the Washington Capitals Dan Rice | December 28, 2014 Troy Brouwer is the type of player that can likely fit in on any team and last season he had maybe his best season as he set career high’s in…
The Washington Capitals Have Too Many of the Same Player George Foussekis | December 9, 2014 There Are Too Many Clones in the Washington Capitals Lineup – More Unique Players Are Needed The Washington Capitals are a team that is still trying to find their way…
Washington Capitals: Marcus Johansson’s Best Season Yet Matthew Speck | November 12, 2014 Marcus Johansson took eight shots on goal Tuesday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets, a career high. His willingness to shoot the puck more has led to arguably his best…
Washington Capitals: Why Tom Wilson Should Stay in Hershey Matthew Speck | October 24, 2014 The Washington Capitals are off to a strong start in the 2014-15 campaign under new head coach Barry Trotz. The goaltending and defense were upgraded this offseason by first-year General Manager Brian…
2014-2015 Washington Capitals Player Projections: Forwards George Foussekis | September 9, 2014 How Will the Washington Capitals Forwards Perform in 2014-2015? Training camp is less than two weeks away for the Washington Capitals! On September 19, rookies and veterans will take the…
Washington Capitals: Alexander Ovechkin Not Getting Enough Help Matt Schreiber | December 5, 2013 Alexander Ovechkin has been shredding apart the NHL this season. He leads the league with 21 goals in just 26 games. His line mates Nicklas Backstrom and Marcus Johansson have…
The Capitals’ Inept Second Line Sam Hauslohner | November 13, 2013 Brooks Laich, Troy Brouwer and Marcus Johansson comprise the Washington Capitals’ second line. As the second line, their job is to be a consistent offensive threat; their job is to…
Washington Capitals: The Odd Man Out In Top Six Sam Hauslohner | October 20, 2013 Like many Capitals fans, I have been generally baffled by Adam Oates’ decision to bury left winger Martin Erat on the fourth line. As an established top-six forward—for whom the…
Washington Capitals Roster Preview: Forwards Matthew Speck | October 3, 2013 The Washington Capitals begin their 2013-14 regular season with a tough loss in Chicago against the Blackhawks. They boast a strong group for forwards this year, with two above average…
Fantasy Hockey: Top-10 Overachievers from 2012-13 Nathan Kanter | August 13, 2013 Last season was a shortened one, and as such, many players likely contributed more to your fantasy team than they would have been able to do over the course of…
Futility: Hockey’s Dirty Word (Part Two) Peter Chau | May 27, 2013 Futility Part Two: The Choke Artists – Teams That Blow (Opportunities) Example: Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals I came across an interesting article from Sean McIndoe of Grantland.com. In his…