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Capitals Name Patrick Wellar Assistant Coach

Patrick Weller named interim assistant coach for the Capitals, aiming to boost players like Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom.

Pro Hockey Rumors

Projected Lineups for Capitals vs Hurricanes – 11/11/25

Catch the thrilling Capitals vs. Hurricanes matchup featuring Ovechkin, Aho, and star-studded lineups!

The Hockey Writers

Hurricanes Gameday Preview: A Veterans Day Matchup Against the Capitals

Catch the Hurricanes vs. Capitals matchup featuring stars like Aho and Ovechkin this Veterans Day!

The Hockey Writers

The Capitals are better analytically this season than they were during the 2024-25 campaign, but aren’t winning games: ‘It really tests us as coaches to stay with our process’

Spencer Carbery aims to revitalize the Capitals with key players like Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom this season.

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Washington Capitals attend Tampa Bay Buccaneers NFL game during off day, meet up with Super Bowl-winning coach Jon Gruden

Capitals players Ovechkin and Backstrom enjoy NFL action at Buccaneers vs. Patriots game, bonding off the ice.

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Capitals’ Thompson & Wilson Make Case for Canadian Olympic Team 

Tom Wilson and Nicklas Backstrom of the Capitals make strong cases for Team Canada's Olympic roster.

The Hockey Writers

Bruce Boudreau teepeed referee Paul Devorski’s house after penalty call eliminated Capitals from 2008 playoffs

Bruce Boudreau's humorous protest against referee Paul Devorski during the 2008 playoffs highlights the intensity of NHL hockey.

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Capitals can’t find winning goal as inept power play costs them again: numbers for the morning after

Capitals struggle in power play again, with Ovechkin and Backstrom unable to score in tough loss.

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Far better process but zero puck luck: numbers for the morning after

Caps' Ovechkin and Hurricanes face off in a thrilling match, but luck eludes as Raanta shines in goal.

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Capitals relieve assistant coach Mitch Love of duties after NHL investigation

Capitals fire assistant coach Mitch Love after NHL investigation highlights workplace issues. Focus shifts to player development and team culture.

Sportsnet

Ovechkin scores 899th goal as Capitals beat Blue Jackets for 6th win in 7 games

Ovechkin scores his 899th goal as Capitals beat Blue Jackets, continuing strong playoff push.

Sportsnet

Aliaksei Protas crouches down for his intermission interviews with Al Koken. Does it hurt? ‘A little bit, but for him I can do that. I can sacrifice myself.’

Aliaksei Protas shares his journey with the Washington Capitals in an insightful interview with Al Koken.

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Pierre-Luc Dubois is full participant in Capitals practice and will join team on trip to play Blue Jackets

Pierre-Luc Dubois fully participated in practice, gearing up for a big game against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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Ryan Leonard becomes youngest Capitals player since Nicklas Backstrom to score in back-to-back games: ‘Each and every shift gets better and better’

Ryan Leonard and Nicklas Backstrom shine in latest NHL action, showcasing impressive goal-scoring abilities.

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Capitals Made Changes Prior to First Road Trip

Capitals make pivotal roster changes, welcoming Nicklas Backstrom back as they aim for success in their first road trip.

The Hockey Writers

Logan Thompson’s goalie mask for road games features the numbers of every Capitals defenseman: ‘I don’t always say anything, but I’m thinking of them’

Logan Thompson shines for the Vegas Golden Knights, showcasing exceptional skills against teams like the Washington Capitals.

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Capitals power play fumbles with 0-for-5 performance in season opener: ‘At the end of the day, we’ve just got to be better’

Capitals struggle with power play in season opener against Islanders, despite Backstrom's return and Ovechkin's efforts.

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Not enough offense in the Home Opener: Bruins beat Capitals 3-1

Bruins defeat Capitals 3-1 in home opener, with stellar performances by Connor Clifton and Brad Marchand.

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Spencer Carbery’s forward lines and defense pairings at last practice before Capitals’ Opening Night game against Bruins

Capitals' coach Spencer Carbery reveals exciting forward lines featuring Ovechkin and Backstrom for opening night.

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Washington Capitals season preview

Explore the Washington Capitals’ 2025-26 season preview, featuring Alex Ovechkin and young stars ready to make an impact.

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