Washington Capitals

VANCOUVER, BC - OCTOBER 26: Tom Wilson

Washington Capitals: Tom Wilson realizing potential on top forward line

Washington Capitals Unpopular Opinion: Nicklas Backstrom Isn’t Underrated

Washington Capitals: Are They Still Stanley Cup Contenders?

Washington Capitals: Alex Ovechkin scores hat trick for cancer survivor

EDMONTON, AB - OCTOBER 28: Nicklas Backstrom #19 and Braden Holtby #70 of the Washington Capitals celebrate after winning the game against the Edmonton Oilers on October 28, 2017 at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Andy Devlin/NHLI via Getty Images)

Washington Capitals are stuck in neutral

TORONTO, ON - MAY 29: Ben Smith #21 of the Toronto Marlies skates up ice against Madison Bowey #4 of the Hershey Bears during AHL Eastern Conference Final playoff game action on May 29, 2016 at Ricoh Coliseum in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo Graig Abel/Getty Images)

Washington Capitals: Madison Bowey gets chance with Matt Niskanen injury

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Washington Capitals: Is Alex Ovechkin’s hot start sustainable?

RALEIGH, NC - SEPTEMBER 29: Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Noah Hanifin (5) pushed Washington Capitals left wing Nathan Walker (79) during the 2nd period of the Carolina Hurricanes game versus the Washington Capitals on September 29, 2017, at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC. (Photo by Jaylynn Nash/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Washington Capitals: Nathan Walker Will Become NHL’s First Australian

PITTSBURGH, PA - MAY 08: Washington Capitals' Nicklas Backstrom (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Washington Capitals: Why The Caps Shouldn’t Win President’s Trophy

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Washington Capitals: Alex Ovechkin Leads Way Over Ottawa Senators

October 03 2016: Washington Capitals forward Nathan Walker (79) brings the puck away from St. Louis Blues defenseman Carl Gunnarsson (4) during a NHL preseason game at Verizon Center, in Washington DC. The Washington Capitals defeated the St. LouisBlues 2-1 in overtime.(Photo by Tony Quinn/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Washington Capitals: Nathan Walker pushing to be NHL’s first Australian

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Washington Capitals: Alex Ovechkin Still Hopeful To Play In Olympics

Apr 21, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) stands on the ice during a stoppage in play against the Toronto Maple Leafs in game five of the first round of the 2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Calgary Flames Make Bid in Alex Ovechkin Trade Breeze

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) stands on the ice after the Capitals 2-0 loss (Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports)

2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Washington Capitals Weaknesses

Feb 4, 2017; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Washington Capitals center Lars Eller (20) plays the puck against Montreal Canadiens left wing Paul Byron (41) during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Jean-Yves Ahern-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals Path to Winning the Stanley Cup

Feb 25, 2017; Nashville, TN, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) talks with defenseman John Carlson (74) during the first period against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals: It’s Stanley Cup or Bust in 2017 Playoffs

Feb 19, 2017; New York, NY, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) waits during the third period against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals: Alex Ovechkin and Crue Ready For A Serious Playoff Run

Jan 12, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk (22) reacts during a NHL hockey game against the Los Angeles Kings at Staples Center. The Kings defeated the Blues 5-1. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals Go All-In With Kevin Shattenkirk

Feb 2, 2017; St. Louis, MO, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk (22) handles the puck during the second period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scottrade Center. Mandatory Credit: Billy Hurst-USA TODAY Sports

Kevin Shattenkirk Makes Washington Capitals Downright Scary

Vegas Golden Knights: Washington Capitals right wing T.J. Oshie (77) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Los Angeles Kings in the second period at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

NHL Trade Deadlines: Washington Capitals Outlook, Fits, Trade Candidates

Jan 16, 2016; Buffalo, NY, USA; Washington Capitals center Marcus Johansson (90) celebrates his goal against the Buffalo Sabres with left wing Jason Chimera (25) during the third period at First Niagara Center. Sabres beat the Capitals 4-1. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals Free Agency Outlook, Potential Fits

May 10, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) and Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) shake hands after game six of the second round of the 2016 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the CONSOL Energy Center. The Pens won 4-3 in overtime to win the series 4 games to 2. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Pittsburgh Penguins Eliminate Washington Capitals in Game 6

Apr 7, 2016; Washington, DC, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Nick Bonino (13) shoots the puck as Washington Capitals right wing Daniel Winnik (26) defends in the second period at Verizon Center. The Penguins won 4-3 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 2 Eastern Conference Preview

Feb 25, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) and Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) stand on the ice as referees determine penalties after a scrum in the first period at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals Eliminate Philadelphia Flyers, Will Meet Pittsburgh Penguins in Second Round

Mar 30, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) carries the puck against Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Mark Streit (32) during the first period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals vs Philadelphia Flyers Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 1 Preview

Feb 4, 2016; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) celebrates with Capitals defenseman Karl Alzner (27) after their game against the New York Islanders at Verizon Center. The Capitals won 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals Defense Not a Stanley Cup Winning Group

Jan 1, 2015; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Los Angeles Kings forward Mike Richards (10) shoots the puck against the Vancouver Canucks during the second period at Rogers Arena. The Los Angeles Kings won 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports

Mike Richards Signs One-Year Deal With Washington Capitals

Washington Capitals Set to Take Hold of Eastern Conference