It’s time for another Washington Capitals weekly update. The Capitals tied with the New York Islanders for one point behind the second Eastern Conference Wildcard position. The Capitals are four games into a five-game Western road trip which head coach Spencer Carbery called “the most critical point of our season.” They’re 2-2 on the trip with the Calgary Flames coming up next. … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Weekly: March 10 to March 16
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Capitals @ Flames Recap: Caps Douse Flames in 5-2 Victory
Plus: The Washington Capitals are in a playoff spot for the first time since January 2. The 2023-2024 Washington Capitals are in a playoff spot. Minus: Does anyone know what goaltender interference is? No? Cool, just thought we’d check. RIP to Charlie Lindgren’s 89:30, 37-save shutout streak. Key Moment: Alex Ovechkin’s second (power play) goal of the game put the Capitals up … [Read more...] about Capitals @ Flames Recap: Caps Douse Flames in 5-2 Victory
Capitals Can Move Into Playoff Position Tuesday
The Eastern Conference wild-card race is heating up like a game of hot potato. The two leading contenders for the final playoff spot, the Islanders and Red Wings, are both on significant skids. The Isles have lost four straight, and the Red Wings have only won two out of their last 10. That’s paved the way for the Capitals to take advantage despite their remarkable -30 goal … [Read more...] about Capitals Can Move Into Playoff Position Tuesday
Wayne Simmonds, a former Flyers star and NHL All-Star Game MVP, retires
Simmonds will sign a ceremonial one-day contract with the Flyers and be honored by the franchise during an April 13 game against the New Jersey Devils. … [Read more...] about Wayne Simmonds, a former Flyers star and NHL All-Star Game MVP, retires
Alex Ovechkin on Cusp of 19th Consecutive 20-Goal Season
With less than 20 games left in the 2023-24 season, the Washington Capitals are hoping to make a final push for the last wild card playoff spot in the Eastern… … [Read more...] about Alex Ovechkin on Cusp of 19th Consecutive 20-Goal Season