Nicklas Backstrom
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Spencer Carbery evaluates trade-deadline additions Timothy Liljegren and David Kampf: ‘Little bit of a Maple Leaf reunion. Know them both really, really well.’
Spencer Carbery talks about trade deadline additions Timothy Liljegren and David Kampf boosting the Capitals' playoff hopes.
Washington Capitals To Acquire David Kampf
Washington Capitals acquire David Kampf from Toronto Maple Leafs to enhance playoff chances and roster depth.
NHL Rumors: Washington Capitals, New York Islanders, Boston Bruins, and the St. Louis Blues
NHL trade rumors: Capitals eye trades, Islanders seek playoffs, Bruins fine-tune roster, Blues consider retooling.
Live updates: Washington Capitals vs Utah Mammoth at Capital One Arena
Capitals triumph over Mammoth in a thrilling game with standout performances from Alex Ovechkin and Ilya Samsonov.
Dubois scores twice, Capitals hold off Golden Knights
Vegas triumphs over Washington 3-2 with goals from Mark Stone and Jonathan Marchessault in an intense playoff race clash.
Spencer Carbery believes Capitals need 16 wins over their final 23 games to make the playoffs: ‘I think that’s somewhere in that ballpark’
Spencer Carbery emphasizes 16 wins in the Capitals' last games for playoff hopes with stars like Ovechkin and Backstrom leading the charge.
Capitals come out of the Olympic break on top: numbers for the morning after
Capitals shine post-Olympic break, with Ovechkin and Backstrom leading the charge in their quest for success.
Caps beat Flyers 3-1 in return from Olympic break
Capitals defeat Flyers 3-1 with goals from Ovechkin and Kuznetsov, showcasing their playoff readiness.
Capitals teammates watch with pride as Tom Wilson wows hockey world with Olympic success: ‘He’s been incredible’
Tom Wilson reflects on his Olympic aspirations, expressing disappointment at missing the chance to represent Canada.
Capitals fans cheer Trotz in return to D.C. following retirement announcement
Barry Trotz retires, leaving a lasting legacy with the Washington Capitals and players like Alexander Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom.
The Washington Post just killed the Sports section
The Washington Post's closure of its sports section impacts hockey fans and players like Alex Ovechkin, sparking concerns about future coverage.
Drysdale scores late in 3rd, Flyers end 4-game skid
Alex Ovechkin leads Capitals to a thrilling 3-2 victory over Flyers on February 3, 2026, showcasing skill and teamwork.
Flyers vs. Capitals: How to watch, lineups, and gamethread
Flyers vs. Capitals: Expect an exhilarating game featuring stars like Ovechkin and Hart as playoff hopes are on the line.
Capitals top Islanders to pull within two points of third place in Metropolitan Division
Ovechkin shines as Capitals beat Islanders 4-1, closing in on playoff hopes.
Bouchard has 6 points, McDavid scores OT winner for Oilers against Capitals
Backstrom shines in Capitals' 5-4 victory over McDavid's Oilers on January 24, 2026.
Capitals re-sign Bogdan Trineyev to two-year, $1.8 million contract
The Capitals secure Bogdan Trineyev with a two-year contract, betting on his potential to enhance their playoff hopes.
Tom Wilson 'going to try and play' vs. Canucks after missing eight games
Tom Wilson returns to the Capitals lineup against the Canucks after an eight-game absence due to injury.
The Wraparound: Do The Washington Capitals Need To Trade For A High-End Winger?
Should the Capitals trade for a high-end winger as they pursue playoff success with Ovechkin and Backstrom?
The Capitals are going to miss the playoffs this year if they don’t turn things around fast
The Capitals risk missing playoffs as Ovechkin and Backstrom face challenges; drastic changes may be on the horizon.
Better, but still not close to good enough: numbers for the morning after
Ovechkin and Kuznetsov show flashes of brilliance in a game that highlighted improvement but wasn't enough to seal a win.