2026-05-23
Alex Ovechkin to play in annual Russian ‘Match of the Year’ charity game between NHL and KHL stars -
Alex Ovechkin may still be considering his return to the NHL next season with the Washington Capitals, but he is definitely going to be on the ice this summer either way. The 40-year-old winger is set to lace his skates up and again play in the annual “Match of the Year” on July 25. The
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2026-05-22
NHL insider raises questions about Dylan Strome’s future with Capitals -
The Washington Capitals are seemingly set for a busy offseason with over $33 million in cap space and a hoard of draft picks and prospects. While all indications are that the club will primarily seek to add to their existing roster, there are also some rumblings that they may be considering the futures of some
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NHL Rumors: Makar Out, Senators Goalies, and Gretzky Cryptic McDavid Joke -
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the goalie market is shaping up to be one of the key storylines heading into the offseason, with the Ottawa Senators reportedly doing their homework…
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Wiener Goalie-Duo: Capitals holen Max Zimmermann zurück -
Wien. (PM Capitals) Die Vienna Capitals gehen mit einem Wiener Goalie-Duo in die Saison 2026/27 der win2day ICE Hockey League. Nach der bereits erfolgten Vertragsverlängerung mit Sebastian Wraneschitz können die Caps die Rückkehr von Max Zimmermann verkünden. Der 26-jährige Torhüter mit Nationalteamerfahrung unterschrieb einen Einjahresvertrag bei seinem Heimatverein. Damit geht der zweifache Meister nicht nur […] Der Beitrag Wiener Goalie-Duo: Capitals holen Max Zimmermann zurück erschien zuerst auf Eishockey-Magazin.
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Why Alex Ovechkin might actually return for one more season (and why he might not) -
Ovechkin has earned the right to call his own shot, and so the Capitals wait, unsure if their greatest player will play on.
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Washington Capitals Name Ray Bennett Assistant Coach -
The Washington Capitals have named a replacement for Kirk Muller, their former assistant coach. Ray Bennett has been appointed to the position, the team announced Thursday. Bennett comes to Washington…
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As he ponders retirement, Alex Ovechkin continues to work out back home in Russia -
Alex Ovechkin is facing a big decision this summer. The 40-year-old future Hockey Hall of Famer is set to decide if he wants to continue his hockey career or officially hang up his skates as his five-year contract with the Washington Capitals officially ends on July 1. While we await news of Ovechkin’s choice, the
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NHL Notebook: Capitals extend Timothy Liljegren to a two-year deal -
There are just four National Hockey League teams remaining. For the 28 other teams, the 2026 off-season has essentially kicked off, at least in terms of extending players. Well on Wednesday, the Washington Capitals announced that they’ve extended right-shot defenceman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year deal with an annual cap hit of $3.25 million. NEWS…
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2026-05-21
Capitals Hire Ray Bennett as Assistant Coach -
The Washington Capitals have hired Ray Bennett as an assistant coach, taking over Kirk Muller and helping on the power play.
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Bedard's next deal could change EVERYTHING + Nemec Trade Request? | DFO Rundown Insider Edition -
The NHL offseason rumour mill is heating up on this episode of DFO Rundown Insider Edition with Irfaan Gaffar and David Pagnotta. The guys break down the latest coaching updates around the league, including the the Los Angeles Kings’ ongoing coaching search and changes behind the Boston Bruins bench.. They also discuss how these coaching decisions could impact pending UFAs and roster construction heading into the summer. Plus, the latest on Connor Bedard contract negotiations with the Chicago Blackhawks, Simon Nemec trade speculation in New Jersey, the Philadelphia Flyers’ offseason priorities, and what’s next for the Washington Capitals after signing Timothy Liljegren. 🕐 CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Boston Bruins 02:35 - LA Kings 05:00 - Washington Capitals 07:43 - Simon Nemec & New Jersey Devils 10:03 - Philadelphia Flyers 12:40 - Connor Bedard & Chicago Blackhawks 16:17 - Housekeeping with pending UFAs 16:39 - Irf's bet365 Line of the Week 17:45 - Outro 📺 DFO Rundown: Insider
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Metro Notes: Bennett, Fedotov, Hammers -
Ray Bennett‘s time seeking a new coaching role didn’t take long. Moments after the New York Islanders announced that they had mutually parted ways with Bennett, the Washington Capitals announced they have hired him for the 2026-27 season. Bennett was presumably hired to replace Kirk Muller, who departed the organization in late April. The 64-year-old […]
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2026 Memorial Cup | Meet the Saguenéens’ NHL Prospects -
Today marks the official kickoff of activities surrounding the 2026 Memorial Cup tournament presented by Kubota Canada! This year, the QMJHL will be proudly represented by the 2026 Gilles-Courteau Trophy champions, the Chicoutimi Saguenéens. This will be the Sags’ fourth appearance at the national championship, having previously competed in the 1991, 1994 and 1997 tournaments. Led by head coach Yanick Jean, the QMJHL champions rely on an impressive core of seven players who have already been drafted by National Hockey League (NHL) teams. Let’s take a look at the NHL prospects currently playing for the Saguenéens: Lucas Beckman – Ottawa Senators (4th round, 97th overall | 2025) Alexis Bernier – Seattle Kraken (3rd round, 73rd overall | 2024) Émile Guité – Anaheim Ducks (5th round, 159th overall | 2025) Alex Huang – Nashville Predators (4th round, 122nd overall | 2025) Tomas Lavoie – Utah Mammoth (3rd round, 89th overall |
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Washington Capitals name Ray Bennett to Spencer Carbery’s staff as an assistant coach -
The Washington Capitals have found their replacement for Kirk Muller, who the team let go on April 27. Thursday, the Capitals announced that they hired Ray Bennett to be an assistant coach on Spencer Carbery’s staff. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. The Washington Capitals have named Ray Bennett an assistant coach. Bennett joins
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Ray Bennett leaves Islanders, joins Capitals as assistant coach -
Ray Bennett joins the Capitals after one season with the Islanders and 25 previous years coaching in the NHL.
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Canadiens @ Hurricanes ECF Game 1: Preview, start time, Tale of the Tape, and how to watch -
2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs – Eastern Conference Final Game 1: Montreal Canadiens (A3) @ Carolina Hurricanes (M1) Start time: **8:00 PM EDT / 5:00 PM PDT**In Canada: CBC, Sportsnet (English), TVA Sports (French)In the United States: TNT, truTVStreaming: HBO Max, Sportsnet+ Going into the post-season, the Montreal Canadiens’ goal was to improve on last year’s surprise appearance. They accomplished that by beating the Tampa Bay Lightning in seven games after claiming just one win versus the Washington Capitals in 2025. They advanced to play a team that made the post-season for the first time in 15 years, so that was another chance for the Canadiens to prove their year-over-year growth. A new goal was set, and again they moved on. The team has now tied the 1993 iteration of itself as the youngest team to progress to the con
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Washington kiinnitti tuoreen puolustajahankintansa – 6,5 miljoonaa dollaria -
Washington Capitals on kiinnittänyt siirtotakarajalla San Jose Sharksista hankkimansa Timothy Liljegrenin kaksivuotisella jatkosopimuksella. 27-vuotias ruotsalaispuolustaja tienaa uudesta sopimuksestaan yhteensä 6,5 miljoo
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A title, an upset and revenge. Plus: Aaron Rodgers' impending retirement -
The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Enjoy the ride today. Coming up: 🏒 A title and an upset 😟 The lingering 24-team CFP worry 🫡 Rodgers’ last ride Three more big ones last night, if I can start this morning a little cavalier. Let’s start with the title-winning team and go from there: In the PWHL, the Montreal Victoire are Walter Cup champions after a 4-0 rout of the Ottawa Charge. Montreal becomes the first Canadian champ in PWHL history, and caps a...
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Thursday Habs Headlines: Eyeing Montreal’s rebuild model -
Montreal Canadiens news and notes Looking at Montreal’s rapid rebuild and how the Calgary Flames might put themselves on the same path. [Calgary Herald] TheVancouver Canucuks can take away a few lessons too if they choose to stick with the tough stuff. [The Province] Unflappable rookie goaltender Jakub Dobeš has become the Canadiens’ unexpected playoff spark a
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Ramblings: Vegas Take 1-0 Series Lead; Western Conference Final Starts; League-Wide Peripheral Changes in Shots, Blocks, Hits, and PIMs – May 21 -
Before the Western Conference Final kicked off on Wednesday, the Buffalo Sabres announced a two-year extension for head coach Lindy Ruff. The Sabres are coming off their most successful season in over a decade so it makes sense that the coach be rewarded for that effort. * The Washington Capitals have signed defenceman Timothy Liljegren [...]
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Svensken förlänger med Capitals -
Får över 60 miljoner för två säsonger
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Nya avtalet med Caps - värt 60 miljoner
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Timothy Liljegren har säkrat sin framtid i Washington Capitals. Den svenske backen har skrivit på en tvåårsförlängning värd 6,5 miljoner dollar, motsvarande drygt 60 miljoner kronor.
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Capitals Ink a 2-Year Timothy Liljegren Contract Extension -
Today, the Washington Capitals are in the news as they have signed a Timothy Liljegren contract extension. The deal is for two years, and worth a total of $6.5 million, or an average annual value of $3.25 million. This is the type of contract that says a bigger role is there for Liljegren, if he …
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Aliaksei Protas calls Capitals’ trade of John Carlson ‘very difficult’: ‘The aftershocks reverberated throughout the rest of the season’ -
The Washington Capitals’ trade of alternate captain John Carlson marked a watershed moment for the franchise. Long assumed to be a player who would spend his entire career in Washington, the Stanley Cup-winning defenseman was dealt by general manager Chris Patrick to the Anaheim Ducks in the dead of night on March 6 after seventeen
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2026-05-20
NHL-svensken skriver kontrakt värt över 60 miljoner -
Får förnyat förtroende efter trejden. The post NHL-svensken skriver kontrakt värt över 60 miljoner appeared first on hockeysverige.se.
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Capitals Re-Sign Timothy Liljegren to Two-Year Extension -
The Washington Capitals have re-signed defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year, $6.5 million contract extension.
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Capitals re-sign D Liljegren to 2-year, $6.5M deal... -
The Washington Capitals have re-signed defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year contract worth $6.5 million, the team announced Wednesday.
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Capitals re-sign Timothy Liljegren to two-year contract extension -
Liljegren had one goal and 10 assists for 11 points in 47 games with the Capitals and Sharks in 2025-26.
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Capitals re-sign Timothy Liljegren to two-year, $6.5M contract -
Timothy Liljegren is sticking around in Washington.
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Timothy Liljegren (D) from Washington Capitals to Washington Capitals -
Status: Contract Extension Date: 05/20/2026 Player: Timothy Liljegren (D) From: Washington Capitals To: Washington Capitals Information: 2 years Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Timothy Liljegren agrees to two-year contract extension with Washington Capitals (report) -
The Washington Capitals have re-signed trade-deadline acquisition Timothy Liljegren to a two-year contract extension. The right-handed shooting defenseman will make $6.5 million over the lifespan of the deal and have a cap hit of $3.25 million per season. The news was first reported by The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta. Liljegren’s re-signing became tantamount after Rasmus
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Capitals To Sign Timothy Liljegren To Two-Year Extension -
According to David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, the Washington Capitals are close to extending defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year extension worth around $6.5MM ($3.25MM AAV). More to come
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7 Weekly Thoughts: The Rangers bottom six might be a legitimate strength next season -
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Capitals 2026 Draft Target: Ryan Lin -
The unpredictable nature of the NHL Draft could deliver an opportunity for the Washington Capitals to address a deficiency in their system. With every team looking to lock down talented…
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Bijušais Rīgas "Dinamo" vārtsargs pastiprinās Kijivas "Capitals" treneru korpusu -
Profesionālo karjeru noslēgušais 35 gadus vecais čehu vārtsargs Jakubs Sedlāčeks nākamsezon kļūs par "Optibet" hokeja līgas kluba "Kyiv Capitals" vārtsargu treneri. Karjeras laikā Sedlāčeks pārstāvēja Rīgas "Dinamo".
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2026-05-18
Leijonat nöyryytti nuorta NHL-tähteä: ”Tämä oli rankkaa” -
ZÜRICH. Washington Capitalsin 21-vuotias hyökkääjä Ryan Leonard on yksi Yhdysvaltojen MM-joukkueen suurimmista tähdistä. Huippulahjakas hyökkääjä ei ollut parhaimmillaan Suomea vastaan. Ensimmäisessä erässä Leonard yritti antaa taklausta Lenni Hämeenah
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2026-05-17
Brooks Laich tells story of Capitals teammates offering him $6,000 to eat poutine at a bar: ‘I’m like, I’m not eating it, because I was an obsessive health nut’ -
During his playing career with the Washington Capitals, Brooks Laich proved that he couldn’t be tempted by even the finest of Canadian delicacies: poutine. Laich, a self-described health nut, was part of a young Capitals team in the late 2000s and early 2010s that didn’t all exactly ascribe to the same diligent routine as their
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NHL Rumors: NY Rangers, John Carlson, and Offseason NHL Trade Tiers -
John Carlson isn't going back to the Washington Capitals, and he won't take a discount. Offseason NHL trade tiers.
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Niverville Nighthawks to Face Off in National Championship Sunday -
After a thrilling comeback victory, the undefeated MJHL champions storm Prince Edward Island seeking their first Centennial Cup against the host Western Capitals in a high-stakes national showdown.
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Former Capitals captain Jeff Halpern could be considered for open Maple Leafs head-coaching job (report) -
Jeff Halpern, one-time captain of the Washington Capitals, could be in the running for the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ open head-coaching position. The Potomac, Maryland native has been an assistant coach on Jon Cooper’s staff with the Tampa Bay Lightning for the past eight years, but could be a potential interviewee for one of the top
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Defeat for GB Against the USA -
USA too strong for Brance GB Great Britain produced a tremendous battling performance but were beaten 5-1 by the number one seeds USA at the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship in Zurich. Two players made their full debuts and were awarded their first caps with Bayley Harewood becoming the 442nd to ice for GB […]
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NHL Rumors: NY Rangers, John Carlson, and Offseason NHL Trade Tiers -
John Carlson isn't going back to the Washington Capitals, and he won't take a discount. Offseason NHL trade tiers.
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Will the Canucks still look to trade Elias Pettersson this offseason after installing a new front office, and could the Capitals be a fit? -
The Vancouver Canucks are a franchise in full transition, moving out of a failed period of contention into a full rebuild. The club ushered in a full regime change earlier this week, naming Ryan Johnson general manager and appointing Henrik Sedin and Daniel Sedin as co-presidents of hockey operations. With those big changes signaling the
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2026-05-16
Brooks Laich believes early-career Alex Ovechkin competed at a level that not even Sidney Crosby could match: ‘He had just ferocity in his eyes, and he could kill you’ -
Brooks Laich was teammates with Alex Ovechkin on the Washington Capitals for 11 seasons. After arriving in DC during the 2003-04 campaign, Laich got to see Ovechkin rise from a baby-faced rookie to the juggernaut force that he is today. Getting to sit right next to Ovechkin throughout his prime years gives Laich a unique
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Capitals 2026 Draft Targets: Markus & Liam Ruck -
The Washington Capitals are in a prime position to come away with a pair of twin brothers at this summer’s draft. Markus Ruck and Liam Ruck have been a divisive…
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Spencer Carbery on how he is preparing for next season with Alex Ovechkin’s future still up in the air: ‘I’m sort of planning for two different scenarios’ -
There is no question that the number-one storyline hanging over the Washington Capitals this summer is the future of legendary captain Alex Ovechkin. The 40-year-old winger is set to determine if he will be back for another season in DC, or if he will call it quits on a historic 21-season NHL career. But while
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2026-05-15
Capitals 2026 Draft Target: Albert Smits -
Despite seeing Cole Hutson graduate to the NHL at the end of this season, the Washington Capitals should be able to restock their defensive cupboard with five picks in the…
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John Carlson and Nic Dowd share former-Capitals hug in handshake line after Golden Knights eliminate Ducks from playoffs -
The Vegas Golden Knights advanced to the Western Conference Finals after completing a 5-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday night. The Golden Knights needed six games to dispatch their Pacific Division rivals, and delivered the final blow at Anaheim’s Honda Center. As is hockey tradition, the two teams lined up to shake each
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Spencer Carbery on why he eventually gave Alex Ovechkin a defensive-zone start 73 games into the season: ‘Because it became a story’ -
One of the minor storylines throughout the 2025-26 season for the Washington Capitals surrounded the deployment of captain Alex Ovechkin. Up until the 73rd game of the campaign, the 40-year-old winger had yet to start a single shift in the defensive zone. In that 73rd game, against the Utah Mammoth, head coach Spencer Carbery finally
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Capitals secure 18th overall pick in 2026 NHL Draft after Ducks series loss to Golden Knights -
The Vegas Golden Knights eliminated the Anaheim Ducks from the playoffs and moved on to the Western Conference Finals on Thursday night. In doing so, they also helped out the Washington Capitals. With the series loss, Anaheim’s first-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, which the Capitals own through the John Carlson trade-deadline deal, officially
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Beļģijā gandrīz divus punktus spēlē krājušais Šišļaņņikovs pievienojas Kijivas "Capitals" -
"Optibet" Baltijas Hokeja līgas pusfināliste Kijivas "Capitals" šorīt pavēstījusi par 29 gadus vecā latviešu uzbrucēja Oļega Šišļaņņikova pievienošanos komandai.
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The Capitals have three months to decide if they want to sign two of their recent draft picks or lose them to free agency -
The Washington Capitals have a couple of decisions to make on two of their selections from the 2021 NHL Draft. Joaquim Lemay, a fourth-round pick, and Chase Clark, a sixth-round pick, are set to become free agents on August 15, 2026, if the Capitals do not choose to ink them to entry-level contracts before then.
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Alex Ovechkin Nationals Bobblehead Giveaway Revealed in Photo for Orioles Matchup -
The Washington Nationals are honoring Washington Capitals superstar and NHL legend Alex Ovechkin with a bobblehead doll giveaway on Saturday, May 16 against the Baltimore Orioles.
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2026-05-14
Stingrays Announce 2026-27 Schedule -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. - The South Carolina Stingrays, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Washington Capitals and AHL's Hershey Bears, have announced t... - ECHL South Carolina Stingrays
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Tom Wilson is getting an unexpected raise thanks to his contract structure and an NHL CBA quirk -
Tom Wilson is getting the value of 222 PlayStation 5 Pros added to his contract thanks to some tiny text in the NHL’s new CBA, which was ratified last year, but officially begins on September 16, 2026, and runs through September 15, 2030. During the final five seasons of Wilson’s contract, the Capitals forward’s cap hit will
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Save the Caps meeting was 'very positive,' may lead to stadium deal -
Whitecaps officials met with the province, local Indigenous leaders, the federal government and a top official from MLS on Wednesday to discuss the team's future at B.C. Place and beyond
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2026-05-13
Two Capitals Rookies Receive Votes for 2025-26 Calder Trophy -
Washington Capitals rookies Ryan Leonard and Justin Sourdif both received votes for the 2025-26 Calder Trophy.
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Ilya Samsonov reminisces about viral playoff moment when Alex Ovechkin yelled at him for miscue behind net that led to Bruins’ double overtime goal -
The Washington Capitals squared off with the Boston Bruins in the first round of the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs. While the Caps came into the series as the higher seed, they were knocked out in just five games, with the turning point coming via a miscue from young goaltender Ilya Samsonov in double overtime of
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Ryan Leonard and Justin Sourdif receive votes for Calder Trophy, as Matthew Schaefer wins NHL Rookie of the Year -
Two Washington Capitals rookies received consideration for the 2026 Calder Memorial Trophy, awarded to the NHL’s Rookie of the Year. Ryan Leonard and Justin Sourdif both earned votes for their efforts during the 2025-26 season, which was each’s first full NHL campaign. Leonard finished eighth in voting, receiving one third-place vote, four fourth-place votes, and 19 fifth-place
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On This Date: Carter Verhaeghe Scores OT Winner, Giving Panthers First Playoff Series Victory In 26 Years -
After decades of postseason futility, Florida’s high-flying Presidents' Trophy-winning roster finally exorcised their playoff demons through Carter Verhaeghe’s relentless late-game heroics against the Washington Capitals in 2022.
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Behind the scenes of Alex Ovechkin’s surprise appearance at a Hershey Bears playoff game, which one player deemed ‘the best moment of my career’ -
HERSHEY, PA — Alex Ovechkin played one game in Hershey during his career as a member of the Washington Capitals. On September 25, 2005, Ovechkin, a 20-year-old rookie, took the ice at Giant Center in a preseason game as the Caps defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 before 6,216 fans. Twenty years, six months, twenty-nine days
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Nach Entscheidung durch das Landgericht – Berlin Capitals sind zurück -
Berlin. (PM Capitals) „Die Caps sind zurück. Nach der gestrigen Entscheidung können die Caps im nächsten Jahr spielen“, freute sich Olof Erikzon nach der gestrigen Entscheidung des Berliner Landgerichts. Der Berliner Eissportverband muss den Eishockeyverein BSC Preussen Berlin Capitals vorläufig zu Wettbewerben des Eissportverbands und Wettbewerben, die eine Mitgliedschaft beim Eissportverband voraussetzen, wie ein Mitglied […] Der Beitrag Nach Entscheidung durch das Landgericht – Berlin Capitals sind zurück erschien zuerst auf Eishockey-Magazin.
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Toronto Maple Leafs Make Coaching Change -
The hammer has dropped on Craig Berube. News emerged on Wednesday morning that Berube has been fired as the head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Berube leaves the team after two seasons in charge of the team. The team will now search for a replacement. The Leafs have
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On this date in Penguins history: Pittsburgh blows by Caps in Game 7 -
Seventeen years ago today, the Penguins blew past the Washington Capitals in a series-deciding game on the road, sending Pittsburgh to the Eastern Conference Final for a second straight season. It was 2009. The Penguins and the Capitals were putting on a show for the hockey world with six games of what felt like uncontrolled […]
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Zellweger caps off Ducks’ perfect passing play to force OT -
Watch as the Anaheim Ducks pour on the pressure against the Vegas Golden Knights, suffocating the defence before Olen Zellweger rifles one home to tie the game with minutes left in the third and send it into overtime.
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Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin to Return to Russia for the Summer as Hockey World Awaits his Decision -
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is set to return to Russia for the summer, as he looks to make a decision on his future.
sportsnaut.com
2026-05-12
Capitals’ Leonard, Carbery, and Murray Named to Men’s World Championship Teams -
Three members of the Washington Capitals organization will be representing their home nations at the 2026 IIHF Men’s World Championship this month. Young forward Ryan Leonard will take the ice…
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Alex Ovechkin reportedly set to return to Russia on Wednesday -
Alex Ovechkin is headed home to Russia without concrete plans that he’ll be back in Washington, DC, this fall. According to Russian outlet TASS, Ovechkin and family are set to arrive in Moscow, Russia, on Wednesday after a full day of travel. The Washington Capitals captain will depart the DMV without a contract for next
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Alex Ovechkin earned a PhD in Pedagogical Sciences after successfully defending his 145-page dissertation on hockey training methods -
You can call him the greatest goal scorer of all time, and also… Dr. Ovechkin? We’ve known since 2015 that Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin planned to earn a PhD, and in 2021, he was officially one step away from doing so. Now, thanks to Twitter user @Uggg_uggg, we can confirm that Ovechkin successfully defended
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Former Capitals assistant coach Kirk Muller carries ceremonial torch before Canadiens playoff game -
Kirk Muller found his first new opportunity after departing the Washington Capitals last month. The now-former Caps assistant coach was tasked by the Montreal Canadiens, with whom he won the 1993 Stanley Cup as an alternate captain, to bring the pregame torch into Bell Centre ahead of the Habs’ first home second-round playoff game against
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2026-05-11
Jevgeni Kuznetsov virittelee paluuta NHL:ään? Kaksi vaihtoehtoa pöydällä – ”Hyvä tarjous” -
Kaksi kautta KHL:ssä pelannut Jevgeni Kuznetsov on saanut tarpeekseen ruplaliigasta ja 33-vuotias Washington Capitalsin entinen tähtisentteri viritteleekin nyt paluuta NHL:ään. Kuznetsov, 33, pelasi NHL:ssä yhteensä 11 kau
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Capitals 2026 Draft Target: Ethan Belchetz -
With a pair of selections inside the top-20 in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Washington Capitals are in a prime position to restock a prospect pool that has now graduated…
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NHL:n entinen supertähti matkalla Sveitsin liigaan? ”Hyvä tarjous pöydällä” -
Washington Capitalsin takavuosien tähtisentteri Jevgeni Kuznetsov saattaa kiekkoilla tulevalla kaudella Sveitsin
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Capitals verpflichten Österreichs SHL-Rekordspieler -
Der Klub aus der win2day ICE Hockey League verstärkt sich mit einem erfahrenen Angreifer.
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Sheldon Rempal discusses stint with Capitals and why he chose to leave Hershey Bears for the KHL: ‘I think they wanted to give younger players a chance’ -
Sheldon Rempal was one of the roster casualties after a very competitive Washington Capitals training camp last fall. He impressed during the preseason, with Caps head coach Spencer Carbery even saying that Rempal “had every argument to say that he could play in the NHL tomorrow.” Rempal, however, was cut from the Capitals’ training camp roster in
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2026-05-10
Washington Wizards win 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, will select first overall for third time since 2001 -
While the Washington Capitals may not have been blessed with any lottery luck earlier this week, the same cannot be said for the Washington Wizards. The Wizards, who finished with the worst record in the NBA this past season, won the lottery and secured the first overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft. Coming into
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Ryan Leonard skates on Team USA’s first line in World Championship tune-up game, records power-play assist -
Ryan Leonard got his 2026 World Championship journey underway on Sunday afternoon. The Washington Capitals winger skated on Team USA’s top line in a 5-2 tune-up, exhibition win over Germany. The game, which took place in Mannheim, Germany, is the lone warmup contest that the Americans will play before jumping straight into preliminary group action
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2026-05-09
Alex Ovechkin was such a voracious eater of Mamma Lucia that the Capitals had to clean the pillar beside him ‘because there’s tomato sauce everywhere’ -
In the final days of the Washington Capitals‘ 2025-26 season, ESPN’s Emily Kaplan wrote a profile on Alex Ovechkin and his impending retirement decision. In the story, Kaplan dove into Ovechkin’s eating habits, a daily routine that former Capitals defenseman and health nut Brooks Orpik once called “borderline inspiring.” The Capitals captain drinks Coca-Cola out
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Here’s why the Vegas Golden Knights eliminating the Anaheim Ducks from the playoffs would benefit the Washington Capitals -
While the Washington Capitals aren’t participating in this year’s playoffs, their front office likely has a vested rooting interest – at least in the second round. Out west, the Vegas Golden Knights are going toe to toe with the Anaheim Ducks for a spot in the Western Conference Finals. The Golden Knights, with a natural
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The Protas brothers may soon be able to represent Belarus at major international tournaments -
The Washington Capitals may soon not be the only team to benefit from having Aliaksei Protas and Ilya Protas on the ice at the same time. Earlier this week, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) formally recommended that any restrictions on the participation of Belarusian athletes, including teams, “in competitions governed by International Federations (IFs) and
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John Carlson and Anaheim Ducks have reportedly held ‘exploratory talks’ about a contract extension -
John Carlson may be sticking with the Anaheim Ducks for more than just a few months. Carlson, who the Capitals dealt to the Anaheim Ducks at the trade deadline, is set to become an unrestricted free agent in July. However, according to The Athletic’s Chris Johnston, the Ducks and Carlson have already had conversations about
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Evgeny Kuznetsov could play in Switzerland next season, per agent, will not return to KHL’s Salavat Yulaev -
Former Capitals player Evgeny Kuznetsov appears to be on the move once again this summer. Kuznetsov’s agent, Shumi Babaev, said that Kuznetsov will not return to the KHL’s Salavat Yulaev next season, telling Sport-Express that the team had opted not to bring him back. “We’re not negotiating with Salavat Yulaev,” Babaev said, translated by Google
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2026-05-08
Jalen Luypen Returned on Loan by Hershey to South Carolina -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. - The South Carolina Stingrays, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Washington Capitals and AHL's Hershey Bears, have announced t... - ECHL South Carolina Stingrays
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Illia Korenchuk (F) from KH Torun to Kyiv Capitals -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 05/08/2026 Player: Illia Korenchuk (F) From: KH Torun To: Kyiv Capitals Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Could Detroit Draft Matias Vanhanen? | Griffins Can Close It Out Tonight! -
The offseason may be here for the Detroit Red Wings, but there’s still plenty happening around the organization and its future. Today’s lead story focuses on Everett Silvertips forward Matias Vanhanen, a draft eligible prospect who is putting together a tremendous WHL playoff run alongside Red Wings prospect Carter Bear. Everett has stormed into the WHL Finals with a dominant 12-1 postseason record, and Vanhanen has been one of the driving forces behind it all. Currently projected around the 55th overall range in the upcoming NHL Draft, Vanhanen could realistically be available when Detroit makes their selection. The chemistry with Carter Bear is already there, and his offensive explosion in the playoffs is turning heads at exactly the right time. Also in today’s quick hits: 🏒 Max Plante and Justin Faulk have been named to the preliminary Team USA roster for the upcoming IIHF World Championship. 🏒 Former Red Wings prospect Theodor Niederbach has signed a one-year deal with the Washingt
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Wilkes-Barre advances to next round of AHL Playoffs -
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins dispatched the Hershey Bears in Game 4 last night, booting the Washington Capitals’ AHL affiliate from the playoffs with a 4-1 victory. Harrison Brunicke scored what ended up as the game-winning goal in the second period while shorthanded. Brunicke followed up on a shot from Gabe Klassen and activated all the way […]
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Smlouva v NHL? Sikora: Místo v prvním týmu je sci-fi, ale zkusím se o něj porvat -
(ÄNGELHOLM, od našeho zpravodaje) Více než povedený den ve čtvrtek prožil houževnatý centr Petr Sikora. Nejdříve přijímal gratulace k tříleté nováčkovské smlouvě s Washingtonem Capitals a poté s českým národním týmem utnul vítěznou sérií Švédů v seriálu Euro Hockey Tour.
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Dylan Strome and Cole Hutson attend Game 4 of Atlantic Division Semifinals to show support to Hershey Bears -
The Hershey Bears continue to receive support from Washington Capitals players during their 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs run. Thursday, rookie defenseman Cole Hutson and veteran centerman Dylan Strome attended Game 4 of the Bears’ second-round series against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. Strome’s younger brother, Matt Strome, is a fourth-line forward and alternate captain on the team.
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2026-05-07
Evgeny Kuznetsov immediately hurt himself trying to throw a hit after being told by Todd Reirden he needed to be more aggressive: ‘I couldn’t move for six weeks after that’ -
Evgeny Kuznetsov was so determined to listen to coaching concerns during the 2019-20 season that it came at his own detriment. According to Kuznetsov, then Washington Capitals head coach Todd Reirden had requested that Kuznetsov develop a more aggressive side to his game that year. The talented Russian centerman took that to heart and tried
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Precis som när Innala drog – det handlar om att jaga drömmen -
► Theodor Niederbach – lyckas han i NHL? ► Rasmus Dahlin – är han bäst i NHL? Vi visste sedan länge att. Nu vet vi också vart. Theodor Niederbach valde Washington Capitals. Rasmus Dahlin – han kan väljas till NHL:s bäste back. I DEN HÄR texten för en tid sedan kunde ni läsa om hur […]
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Former Red Wings Prospect Finally Getting Pro Chance With Capitals -
After Detroit let his draft rights expire, Swedish playmaker Theodor Niederbach heads to Washington, ready to prove his SHL scoring touch translates to the North American game.
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Capitals Sign Theodor Niederbach and Petr Sikora to Deals -
The Washington Capitals had a busy Thursday morning as they signed Theodor Niederbach and Petr Sikora to deals.
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Sikora vykročil do NHL. Kapitán stříbrných juniorů podepsal s Washingtonem -
Hokejový útočník Petr Sikora z extraligového Třince podepsal v NHL tříletý nováčkovský kontrakt s Washingtonem. Ročně si může vydělat 995 000 dolarů (přibližně 20,4 milionu korun). Capitals, kteří si dvacetiletého centra vybrali během předloňského draftu ze 178. místa, o dohodě s hráčem informovali na klubovém webu.
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Capitals sign Petr Sikora to entry-level contract -
The Czech center was taken by the Capitals in the sixth round of the 2024 NHL Draft.
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Hokejový talent Sikora uzavřel v NHL tříletou smlouvu s Washingtonem -
Washington - Hokejový útočník Petr Sikora z extraligového Třince podepsal v NHL tříletý nováčkovský kontrakt s Washingtonem. Ročně si může vydělat 995.000 dolarů (přibližně 20,4 milionu korun). Capitals,...
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Officiellt: Niederbach skriver NHL-kontrakt
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Expressen rapporterade tidigare under torsdagen att Theodor Niederbach har skrivit på ett NHL-kontrakt med Washington Capitals. Nu har det bekräftats av NHL-klubben.
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Washington Capitals sign 2024 sixth-round pick Petr Sikora to three-year, entry-level contract -
The Washington Capitals announced that they have signed 2024 second-round pick Petr Sikora to a three-year, entry-level contract on Thursday. Sikora has played the last three seasons in the Czech Extraliga for HC Ocelari Trinec. He recorded a career high 15 points (7g, 8a) in 34 games for the club during the 2024-25 season. This past
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Další český hokejista zabojuje o NHL. Sikora podepsal smlouvu s Washingtonem -
Hokejový útočník Petr Sikora z Třince podepsal v NHL tříletý nováčkovský kontrakt s Washingtonem. Capitals si ho vybrali na draftu 2024 ze 178. místa.
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Capitals Sign Sikora To Three-Year Entry-Level Contract -
The Washington Capitals have signed forward Petr Sikora to a three‑year entry‑level contract, the team announced today. The deal carries an average annual value of $995K and brings one of the organization’s more productive young prospects officially into the system. Sikora, 20, was selected by Washington in the sixth round (178th overall) of the 2024 […]
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Capitals sign F Petr Sikora to three-year entry-level contract -
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Theo tjänstledig -
"Theodor Niederbach är klar för Washington Capitals, men är fortfarande under kontrakt med Frölunda."
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