The Narrative is back, baby! Here are three things we’re talking about today when we’re talking about the Caps… 1. Things Got Weird In the span of about ten minutes last night, the already tight race for the final Eastern Conference playoff spot jumped to ludicrous speed. Here’s the timeline, per the NHL: And just like that an empty net goal wiped the entire states of… Source … [Read more...] about The Narrative: Things Got Weird, Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now), and Differential Equations
Capitals @ Flyers Recap: Caps 2-1 Win Seals Postseason Berth
Plus: Alex Ovechkin scored his 31st goal of the season and 853rd of his career in the first period to put the Washington Capitals on the board first. That puts him 41 (!) goals away from tying Wayne Gretzky’s record. Minus: Tonight’s win means your heart rates don’t get a rest quite yet—buckle up for some playoff hockey! Key Moment: TJ Oshie scored the empty net goal with 3:00 … [Read more...] about Capitals @ Flyers Recap: Caps 2-1 Win Seals Postseason Berth
Capitals vs. Bruins Recap: Caps Win 2-0
Plus: How about John Carlson staying hot with another goal? Keep ’em coming, Carly. Minus: The sheer number of missed empty net shots in the final two minutes… until they didn’t miss. Final Thoughts: One more. Source … [Read more...] about Capitals vs. Bruins Recap: Caps Win 2-0
Morning After: For Nick
In Game #79, the Washington Capitals returned home to face the visiting Lightning in a desperate situation, having dropped seven of their last eight coming into this one and trying to stay alive in the playoff race. This time, they stepped up, starting strong and then taking up the defense of a fallen teammate to fuel their victory. A huge two points in the books for a team … [Read more...] about Morning After: For Nick
Capitals vs. Lightning Recap: Caps Shine Over Lightning, 4-2
Plus: Tied up at two in the third, the Caps were given an extended five-on-three power play – one that felt bigger than just that moment, and absolutely essential that they get at least one goal. They did just that, with John Carlson scoring his 150th career goal. Go, Johnny, go! Minus: There is nothing scarier than seeing a player laid out on the ice and seemingly … [Read more...] about Capitals vs. Lightning Recap: Caps Shine Over Lightning, 4-2