2026-08-15
Capitals’ Worst-Case Scenarios for 2026-27 -
Earlier this week, I took a look at the best possible outcomes for the Washington Capitals heading toward the 2026-27 NHL regular season. On paper, Capitals general manager Chris Patrick…
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HOCKEYSPIONEN MÖTER: HARDY HÄMAN AKTELL -
I dagens avsnitt gästas jag av Hardy Häman Aktell. Från Kåge och hockeygymnasiet i Skellefteå till Allsvenskan, SHL, NHL och numera proffslivet i Schweiz. Hardys resa till toppen har varit långt ifrån spikrak. Vi pratar om den gångna säsongen i SC Bern och livet som hockeyspelare i Schweiz. Hur bra är egentligen den schweiziska ligan? Hur skiljer sig hockeyn från SHL – och hur är livet vid sidan av isen? Vi går också tillbaka till början av Hardys karriär. Han draftades av Nashville Predators som nummer 108 redan 2016, men vägen mot NHL skulle komma att innehålla flera tuffa skador vid minst sagt dåliga tidpunkter. Vi pratar om hur han hanterade motgångarna och fortsatte arbeta trots att NHL-drömmen stundtals kändes långt borta. Till slut stod han där på den största scenen av alla i NHL med Washington Capitals. Hardy berättar om hur det var att kliva in i ett NHL-omklädningsrum och plötsligt vara lagkamrat med spelare som Alexander Ovechkin och Nicklas Bäckström. Hur är Ovechkin ba
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Dylan Larkin Trade UPDATE — But the NHL Has a MUCH Bigger Problem -
We have a new update on the Dylan Larkin trade request — but the conversation surrounding it may have uncovered a MUCH bigger story for the NHL. In a recent Daily Faceoff video, the latest discussion indicates that Minnesota remains the team to watch when it comes to Larkin, while Florida and Vegas no longer appear to have the cap space to realistically make a deal happen. So, has anything really changed for Dylan Larkin? Maybe not. But the conversation then turns to Quinn Hughes, his potential new contract with the Minnesota Wild, and just how expensive that deal could become. That opens up a much larger question. We’ve seen some enormous raises around the NHL, and with salaries climbing rapidly, could the league be entering an economic environment where even rising salary caps aren’t enough for some teams to keep up? Today I’ll go through the latest Larkin update, what was said about Minnesota, and why the discussion surrounding Quinn Hughes and the NHL’s rapidly changing contr
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TJ Oshie is returning to the ice at North Dakota for ‘One More Shift’ -
TJ Oshie will return to the ice when he visits his alma mater, the University of North Dakota, in January. No, he won’t be playing in a game; he’s just suiting up for One More Shift, a pregame promotional event and tradition for the Fighting Hawks. Oshie will participate on January 15, ahead of UND’s
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2026-08-14
Episode 54: Defensive Discourse | Tri-State Hockey Podcast -
Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 54 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast to debate some of the biggest questions surrounding the Rangers, Islanders, Devils, and the Metropolitan Division heading into the 2026-27 NHL season. The guys react to the NHL Network’s Top 20 defensemen rankings, including Adam Fox being left outside the top 10, Matthew Schaefer landing at No. 7, Lane Hutson’s rise, Evan Bouchard, Charlie McAvoy, and more. Then, they break down Jason Demers’ early Metro Division predictions and give their own 1-through-8 rankings, debating where the New York Rangers and Islanders stack up against the Carolina Hurricanes, New Jersey Devils, Washington Capitals, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Columbus Blue Jackets. Plus, the crew answers your voicemails, including whether Dylan Larkin could be a fit with the Devils, what Detroit could possibly get back in a trade, whether Quinn Hughes would give New Jersey or Minnesota the better Sta
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Nicolas Aube-Kubel, former Capitals forward and Sergei Ovechkin’s favorite player, signs KHL contract with Dinamo Minsk (report) -
Nicolas Aube-Kubel is headed overseas next season. According to Sport-Express’ Mikhail Zislis, per a Google Translate translation, the former Washington Capitals forward has “agreed to all details” of a KHL contract with Dinamo Minsk. Aube-Kubel split last year between the Minnesota Wild and the AHL’s Iowa Wild, recording two assists in six NHL games and
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Martin Fehervary named best Slovak defenseman for a fourth straight year -
Martin Fehervary continues to set the pace for his nation on defense. Fehervary again took home the Róbert Švehla Award at the Slovak Ice Hockey Association’s “Hockey Player of the Year” event — an annual occasion that celebrates the best Slovak players in the world. The award is presented to the country’s top defenseman, and
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Ovechkin Rookie Party: ‘He Let Me Crash’ in Vancouver -
Highlights Shane O’Brien says Alex Ovechkin gave him the OK to crash the Capitals’ 2009 rookie party in Vancouver The night ran long in a Loden Hotel penthouse suite, two days before Washington played the Canucks Read below for O’Brien’s full story and the bill the Caps rookies got stuck with Alex Ovechkin once let […] The post Ovechkin Rookie Party: ‘He Let Me Crash’ in Vancouver appeared first on Gino Hard.
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Alex Ovechkin once let an opposing player crash a Capitals rookie party in Vancouver that lasted well into the morning -
The Washington Capitals’ rookie party in 2009 was apparently so epic that it’s still being talked about 16 years later. The latest to chat up the event is retired NHL defenseman Shane O’Brien, a notorious partier, during his appearance on the Missin’ Curfew Podcast. The veteran of nine NHL seasons said he received permission from Alex
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2026-08-13
Prokop brothers sign with Stingrays -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – The South Carolina Stingrays, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Washington Capitals and the American Hockey League’s Hershey Bears, have announced they have agreed to terms for the 2026-27 season with forward Josh Prokop and … Continue reading → The post Prokop brothers sign with Stingrays first appeared on Pro Hockey News.
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Alex Ovechkin will still not be the oldest player in the NHL during the 2026-27 season -
Alex Ovechkin will be back for his age-41 season with the Washington Capitals. While the legendary winger, who is 40 years and 330 days old as of Thursday, may be “unc” in Washington’s growing-younger locker room, he still will not be the oldest player in the NHL. Brent Burns (41y, 157d) will hold that mantle
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NHL Prospect Pool Overview ‘26-27: Washington Capitals Building For Future Amid Ovechkin's Twilight -
The Washington Capitals have managed to put together an intriguing pool of young talent while also keeping their competitive window open in the final years of Alex Ovechkin's career. Tony Ferrari takes a deep dive at the noteworthy prospects to keep an eye on.
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NHL Prospect Pool Overview ‘26-27: Washington Capitals Building For Future Amid Ovechkin's Twilight -
The Washington Capitals have managed to put together an intriguing pool of young talent while also keeping their competitive window open in the final years of Alex Ovechkin's career. Tony Ferrari takes a deep dive at the noteworthy prospects to keep an eye on.
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Prokop brothers sign ECHL contracts with South Carolina Stingrays -
There will be another brotherly bond in the Washington Capitals organization during the 2026-27 season. While Aliaksei Protas and Ilya Protas likely share a locker room for the Caps in the NHL, the club’s ECHL affiliate, the South Carolina Stingrays, will have a family duo of their own on the ice. The Stingrays announced Thursday
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Stingrays Ink Deals with Prokop Brothers -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. - The South Carolina Stingrays, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Washington Capitals and the AHL's Hershey Bears, have announc... - ECHL South Carolina Stingrays
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Thursday Morning Fly By: HBD Mr. Clarke -
*Today’s Bobby Clarke’s birthday. Did you know that? Happy birthday, Clarkie. Here’s hoping you’re in Florida playing golf or something. *Anyway hey how about another complaint about how it’s mid-August and no one in the hockey universe is working, not even Charlie, and as such I have a dearth of links to present to you wonderful people? No? Well sorry, I’ve already kind of complained about it. Anyway we are 48 days out from the start of the season now, and up to lucky number 13 on the top 25 Under 25. Grebbie, you’re up. [BSH] *While we’re talking Youths, here’s something super specific that may be relevant to your intere
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2026-08-12
New renderings offer latest look at $1 billion-plus Capital One Arena renovation, including new ‘Visibowl’ -
DC sports fans got another glimpse of Capital One Arena’s future appearance. Ted Leonsis’s Monumental Sports & Entertainment released new renderings and videos on Tuesday, offering a look at the arena after its massive $1 billion-plus renovation project is complete. MSE showcased its vision in an accompanying video narrated by former Capitals winger TJ Oshie,
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Capitals’ Best-Case Scenarios for 2026-27 -
In a perfect world, every move Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick made this offseason would align perfectly with head coach Spencer Carbery’s system. After several new additions to the…
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Offseason Grades: Metro Division; Where Penguins Rank -
For the first time since the Pittsburgh Penguins‘ back-to-back championships in 2016 and 17, followed by the Washington Capitals’ first […] The post Offseason Grades: Metro Division; Where Penguins Rank appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.
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Fayetteville Woodpeckers to give away ‘Peckers’ jerseys for their ‘Hockey Night with the Hurricanes’ -
The Fayetteville Woodpeckers, the single-A affiliate of the Houston Astros, will be handing out some new threads on Saturday, and I’m worried the artist did not consult Urban Dictionary before completing their design. On August 15, the Woodpeckers will be giving away 1,850 specialty Fayetteville Woodpeckers hockey jerseys — a 500 increase due to high
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‘It was a no-brainer for me’: Matt Strome signs one-year contract extension with Hershey Bears -
The Hershey Bears re-signed beloved veteran forward Matt Strome to a one-year AHL deal on Tuesday. “Hershey feels like home for me,” Strome told voice of the Bears, Zack Fisch. “When the offer presented itself, it was a no-brainer for me to say yes to come back. Hopefully we can continue the history in Hershey
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2026-08-11
Four Things The Washington Capitals Need To Get Back Into The Stanley Cup Playoffs -
The Washington Capitals went through a bunch of changes this off-season, but kept some old stalwarts as well. Will that be enough to get them back into the playoffs for 2026-27?
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Four Things The Washington Capitals Need To Get Back Into The Stanley Cup Playoffs -
The Washington Capitals went through a bunch of changes this off-season, but kept some old stalwarts as well. Will that be enough to get them back into the playoffs for 2026-27?
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5 young players the Flyers could steal off waivers before next season -
The beginning of the NHL season involves all 32 teams jumping through different hoops as they get ready for actual games to be played and for their roster to be finalized. First, it’s rookie camp to look at a bunch of prospects before they eventually go back to playing for their respective teams and strive to get better. Then, actual camp starts. Some young players will be involved but the roster is largely decided except a couple of positional battles that you could consider. Once the team starts to whittle down its roster, they have to eventually make the call and put some players on the waiver wire. It’s unavoidable to put at least a couple of players who have not made the NHL roster all the way out there and available for any of the 31 other teams to take for completely fre
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Sandelin joins Stingrays -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – The South Carolina Stingrays, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Washington Capitals and the American Hockey League’s Hershey Bears, announced they have signed forward Ryan Sandelin for the 2026-27 season. Sandelin, 27, signs with South … Continue reading → The post Sandelin joins Stingrays first appeared on Pro Hockey News.
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Forward Ryan Sandelin Brings AHL Experience to Stingrays Roster -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. - The South Carolina Stingrays, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Washington Capitals and the AHL's Hershey Bears, have announc... - ECHL South Carolina Stingrays
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Capitals’ biggest mistake so far in 2026 NHL free agency -
The Washington Capitals did not have a bad season in 2025-26, but they did not make the playoffs. They finished with 95 points, four points behind the Ottawa Senators who qualified for the eighth and final spot in the Eastern Conference. That sent the Capitals into action when the season ended. They changed the makeup […] The post Capitals’ biggest mistake so far in 2026 NHL free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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CHALLE pekar ut 10 spelare som får sitt SHL-genombrott
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Tio spelare som kan slå igenom i SHL den här säsongen – det var uppgiften. I en liga med drygt 27 år i snittålder är genombrottskandidaterna inte många, men de här tio har alla något extra. Från Vegas-draftade doldisar till hemvändare efter tuffa år i USA. Här är min lista. Saknar du någon? Kommentera. Här är 10 potentiella genombrott i SHL: Theo Stockselius, Djurgården. En karriär kantad av skador och sjukdomar, men han har väldigt mycket i sig – det syntes redan som J18-spelare, och sedan som J20. Är han skadefri finns det en stor uppsida i honom. Oscar Blomgren, Malmö. Han visade redan förra säsongen att han är bra, och jag tror han kan ta ännu större steg i år. Kanske som förstemålvakt. Linus Eriksson, Timrå. Florida-draftad, lämnade Djurgården för Timrå. Han har väldigt mycket i sig – men är han redo att ta nästa steg? Han måste ta för sig mycket mer på isen och bli mer framåt i allt han gör. Jag skulle vilja se lite bättre kroppsspråk. Men som sagt, myck
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Flyers release shortened preseason schedule for expanded 2026-27 season -
With the 2026-27 regular season lengthening to 84 games, the Flyers will have only four preseason matchups.The club will open the exhibition slate Monday, Sept. 21, when it visits Hershey, Pennsylvania for a second straight year. The Flyers will take on the Capitals at Giant Center, the home of Washington’s AHL affiliate.The team’s first home action comes Thursday, Sept. 24, when it welcomes the Bruins.The Flyers will start training camp Thursday, Sept 17. The regular-season schedule is expected to be announced later this offseason.In 2025-26, the Flyers had seven preseason games.Below is the Flyers’ 2026-27 preseason schedule. The broadcast information will be announced at a later date.• Monday, Sept. 21 — at Capitals (7 p.m. ET)• Tuesday, Sept. 22 — at Bruins (7 p.m. ET)• Thursday, Sept. 24 — vs. Bruins (7 p.m. ET)• Saturday, Sept. 26 — vs. Capitals (5 p.m. ET)
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Alex Ovechkin shuts down idea of coaching Russian national team any time soon: ‘I don’t want to yet’ -
Alex Ovechkin has no interest in standing behind the bench of the Russian national team, at least yet. The Washington Capitals captain was recently asked during a press conference at the annual Ovi Cup whether he has any plans to become the team’s head coach in the near future. He balked at the idea, emphasizing
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2026-08-10
Jakob Chychrun snubbed from NHL Network’s top 20 defensemen list despite dominant season for Capitals -
Despite his dominant 2025-26 campaign, Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun is still having a tough time netting any media recognition as one of the NHL’s top defensemen. After not receiving a single Norris Trophy vote of any kind, Chychrun is also not on NHL Network’s list of top 20 defensemen in the league heading into
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Where Did Former 2025-26 Washington Capitals Land? -
Throughout the offseason, the Washington Capitals roster has turned into a standout one with top-notch acquisitions. However, that means that a handful of players from last season have been moved…
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2026-08-09
Alex Ovechkin explains why he chose jersey number 8 and why he originally didn’t wear it in Russia -
Alex Ovechkin‘s number 8 jersey has become one of the most recognizable in NHL history over the past two decades. Since the 2005-06 season, Ovechkin has rewritten the league’s goal-scoring history books, led the Washington Capitals to the franchise’s first Stanley Cup, and become a true sporting superstar. He achieved all of that greatness while
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Alex Ovechkin inspires FC Dynamo Moscow to late-match victory after ceremonial first kick with UFC fighter -
Alex Ovechkin and UFC fighter Sharabutdin Magomedov participated in the ceremonial first kick ahead of Dynamo Moscow and Dynamo Makhachkala’s match in the Russian Premier League on Sunday. Ovechkin, who once played for Dynamo in a friendly match, walked out to the center of VTB Arena with his two sons, Sergei and Ilya, and Magomedov
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Top 15 Most SKILLED Europeans In NHL History -
Who are the most skilled European players in NHL history? From breathtaking stickhandling and elite skating to impossible passes, deadly shooting, hockey IQ, puck protection, and creativity under pressure, Europe has produced some of the most technically gifted players the NHL has ever seen. In this video, we rank the Top 15 Most SKILLED Europeans In NHL History, focusing on pure hockey ability rather than simply counting championships, goals, awards, or career longevity. The ranking considers skating, puck control, passing and vision, shooting ability, hockey intelligence, creativity, and a player's ability to make extraordinary plays even when NHL defenders knew exactly what was coming. The countdown spans several generations of European NHL greatness. You'll see Börje Salming, the Swedish defenseman whose skating, puck movement, and attacking confidence helped challenge old stereotypes about European players; Daniel and Henrik Sedin, whose timing, passing, possession game, and alm
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2026-08-08
Aleksandr Ovetshkin paljasti – tässä suunnitelma NHL-uran jälkeen -
Venäläinen jääkiekkolegenda Aleksandr Ovetshkin on tehnyt selväksi, missä hän aikoo asua NHL-uransa päätyttyä. Ovetshkin, 40, jatkaa NHL:ssä ainakin vielä yhden kauden. Washington Capitals teki heinäkuun alussa pitkäaikaisen tähtensä kanssa yksivuotisen jatkosopimuksen. Nyt Ovetshkin on kertonut myös suunnitelmistaan peliuran jälkeiselle ajalle. Venäläistähti aikoo jättää Pohjois-Amerikan taakseen ja palata synnyinkaupunkiinsa Moskovaan. – Peliurani päätyttyä palaan Moskovaan. Sukulaiseni […]
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Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin reveals where he’ll live after NHL retirement -
The Washington Capitals and their fans can hardly remember when Alex Ovechkin wasn’t on their team. Ovechkin has spent his long NHL career all in in Washington, and helped the franchise win a Stanley Cup. The star is now revealing where he will live when he finally retires. “It’s clear that I’ll live here. My […] The post Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin reveals where he’ll live after NHL retirement appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Alex Ovechkin reveals where he plans to live after his NHL career ends -
Alex Ovechkin has spent more than two decades building a life in North America, but when his hockey career is eventually over, the Washington Capitals captain already knows where he wants to call home: Moscow, Russia. The Great 8 stated the obvious when asked where he plans to live after officially calling it quits on
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Alex Ovechkin’s son Sergei scores hat trick in Ovi Cup gala match for second straight year -
Sergei Ovechkin put together another MVP performance at the annual Ovi Cup gala match. Sergei, age 7, played on the same team as his dad, the legendary Alex Ovechkin, age 40, in what turned out to be his second straight hat trick game at the event. Sergei, wearing an ‘A’ on his jersey as alternate
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Evgeny Kuznetsov signs one-year KHL contract with Sibir Novosibirsk -
Evgeny Kuznetsov’s offseason search for a new team is over. KHL club Sibir Novosibirsk announced Saturday that they have signed Kuznetsov to a one-year contract for the 2026-27 season. Sibir will be the fourth KHL team Kuznetsov has played for since the beginning of the 2024-25 campaign after SKA St. Petersburg, Metallurg Magnitogorsk, and Salvat
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‘NHL expansion is coming’: Top player agent says Houston and Atlanta both emerging as destinations for new teams -
The NHL doesn’t seem likely to be a 32-team league for much longer. Allan Walsh, one of hockey’s premier player agents, is never one to be afraid to cause a stir, and did so on Thursday when he tweeted, “NHL expansion is coming,” and identified Houston and Atlanta as cities likely to receive teams in
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Ryan Hofer (F) from Washington Capitals to Calgary Wranglers -
Date: 08/07/2026 Player: Ryan Hofer (F) From: Washington Capitals To: Calgary Wranglers Information: 1 year Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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2026-08-07
The time Alex Ovechkin really made a fool of Dale Hunter… by pretending to be a plumber -
Alex Ovechkin has never been afraid to share anecdotes that reveal his personality—and it’s particularly… entertaining. In a recent interview (Empty Netters Podcast), the Washington Capitals captain looked back on a defining moment in his career, when Dale Hunter was behind the team’s bench during the 2011–2012 season. At the time, the coach had told […] The post The time Alex Ovechkin really made a fool of Dale Hunter… by pretending to be a plumber appeared first on Dose.ca.
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Ovechkin Plunger Story: Why He Taped One to His Stick -
Highlights Ovechkin explained the plunger he once taped to his stick at a Capitals practice The bit started with a Dale Hunter insult after a Washington loss in 2011-12 Read below for the full quote and the video from Fanatics Fest NYC Alex Ovechkin finally explained the plunger. The Capitals captain sat down with the […] The post Ovechkin Plunger Story: Why He Taped One to His Stick appeared first on Gino Hard.
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Alex Ovechkin tells story of why he once taped a toilet plunger to his stick at Capitals practice -
Alex Ovechkin is not one to usually mess around with his hockey sticks, but he made a funny exception during the 2011-12 NHL season. Ovechkin taped a toilet plunger to his stick and used it for a few drills during a Washington Capitals practice. The joke, which stemmed from something head coach Dale Hunter told
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Gunnar Conboy 2027 NHL Draft: USA Coach Sees Tom Wilson -
Highlights Team USA coach Reid Cashman compares Gunnar Conboy to Capitals forward Tom Wilson The 6-foot-3 winger is an associate captain and a 2027 NHL Draft prospect Read below for what Cashman said and where Conboy plays next Reid Cashman spent two seasons behind the Washington Capitals bench, and one of the players he coached […] The post Gunnar Conboy 2027 NHL Draft: USA Coach Sees Tom Wilson appeared first on Gino Hard.
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Pittsburgh Penguins sign forward with just 14 career points to an 8-year, $32 million contract extension -
The Pittsburgh Penguins made a very surprising move on Thursday. The club announced that they have re-signed restricted free agent forward Ville Koivunen to an 8-year, $32 million contract extension ($4 million AAV). A deal of that length for any player tends to raise the eyebrows of the hockey world, but this one was even
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Zdeno Chara involved in bicycle accident during training ride, says injured runner was at fault -
Legendary NHL defenseman Zdeno Chara was involved in a bicycle accident while training in his native Slovakia last week, per Slovak outlet Športnet. The Hockey Hall of Famer and longtime Boston Bruins captain collided with a runner on a cycling path near the village of Beluša on July 29 while out on one of his
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2026-08-06
Stingrays re-sign Wilkins -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – The South Carolina Stingrays, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Washington Capitals and the American Hockey League’s Hershey Bears, have announced they have re-signed veteran forward Josh Wilkins for the 2026-27 season. Wilkins returns for … Continue reading → The post Stingrays re-sign Wilkins first appeared on Pro Hockey News.
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Thursday Habs Headlines: Rebuild targets worth pursuing -
Montreal Canadiens news and notes Players worth considering if Kent Hughes is serious about accelerating the rebuild. [The Sick Podcast] Unrestricted free agent Patrik Laine could be a fit for teams looking to add offence without breaking the bank. [Montreal Gazette] Cole Caufield is getting some well-deserved recognition, coming in ninth in the NHL Network’s ranking of wingers. [
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Forward Josh Wilkins Re-Signs for Fifth Season in Lowcountry -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. - The South Carolina Stingrays, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Washington Capitals and the AHL's Hershey Bears, have announc... - ECHL South Carolina Stingrays
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Capitals goaltending prospect Antoine Keller opens up about leaving North America last season, future path back to organization -
Antoine Keller had a roller-coaster 2025-26 season, playing for teams in both North America and Europe. The Washington Capitals goaltending prospect started the year stateside on an AHL contract with the Hershey Bears, ultimately playing four games with the ECHL’s South Carolina Stingrays before heading back to Europe. Keller, born in Dijon, France, recently told
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Roger McQueen pays homage to Lightning McQueen with jersey number choice of 95 -
Roger McQueen, the Anaheim Ducks‘ first-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft (10th overall), wears number 95 as a Cars tribute, recently sporting the digits at last week’s NHLPA Rookie Showcase. All gas at the @UpperDeckSports @NHLPA Rookie Showcase! pic.twitter.com/YzXAwwYEeF — Anaheim Ducks (@AnaheimDucks) August 4, 2026 The crowd-pleasing choice is an homage to McQueen’s
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Alex Ovechkin will play on same team as son Sergei during gala match at annual Ovi Cup -
Alex Ovechkin will get a chance to share the ice with his oldest son, Sergei Ovechkin, once again this summer. The Washington Capitals captain is set to suit up alongside 7-year-old Sergei during the Ovi Cup gala match at Moscow’s V. V. Shalimov Arena-Mytishchi, with the dynamic father-son duo officially placed on the same roster
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2026-08-05
Why Alex Ovechkin was once dropped off on the side of a highway with all his bags -
Alex Ovechkin has left plenty of opponents stranded during his NHL career. One time, his own Washington Capitals teammates left him on the side of a highway with all his gear. Well, at least that’s how Lars Eller remembers it. While speaking to Sport-Express’s Igor Rabiner in April 2025, Eller was asked about Ovechkin’s best
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Dobber’s Offseason Fantasy Grades – Washington Capitals -
Dobber's Offseason Fantasy Grades: Washington Capitals For the last 23 years (13 with The Hockey News) Dobber and his team have reviewed each team from a fantasy-hockey standpoint and graded them. The 24th annual review will appear here on DobberHockey throughout the summer. This is not a review of the likely performance on the ice [...]
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3 Can’t-Miss Games to Watch New Capitals Face Former Teams in 2026-27 -
With an influx of talent up front, there are several games that new Washington Capitals forwards Jordan Kyrou, Boone Jenner, and Alex Tuch have earmarked as special contests in 2026-27.…
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Adley Rutschman learned he was traded to Red Sox while walking into Spider-Man movie with his Orioles teammates -
Adley Rutschman was supposed to spend his evening watching Spider-Man save the day. Instead, the Baltimore Orioles catcher learned that his own story was taking an unexpected turn. Rutschman was walking into a theater to see “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” with Orioles teammates Gunnar Henderson, Colton Cowser, and Ryan Mountcastle when he received the call
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Ovechkin on 22nd Season: ‘I Know I Can Still Play’ -
Highlights Ovechkin says he can still play and still bring energy heading into his 22nd NHL season at 41 Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff puts him in the same group as Gordie Howe, Jaromir Jagr and Sidney Crosby Read below for the full breakdown of Ovechkin’s Stanley Cup push and Washington’s revamped roster Alex Ovechkin turns […] The post Ovechkin on 22nd Season: ‘I Know I Can Still Play’ appeared first on Gino Hard.
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Andrew Cristall reveals what he hopes fans say after first watching him play -
Andrew Cristall is not a prototypical hockey player. The Washington Capitals‘ 2023 second-round pick is small, both in height and weight. He doesn’t have the blazing speed of a more diminutive forward. Yet for everything he’s not, he makes up for it with everything he is: an intelligent playmaker who has elite vision, thinking the
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Nicklas Backstrom remains on medical leave, absent as Brynäs begins on-ice training for 2026-27 SHL season -
Nicklas Backstrom is back in a familiar and frustrating spot. The legendary Washington Capitals center was absent when Brynäs IF reconvened for the start of the 2026–27 SHL season on Thursday, July 30, and held its first on-ice practice on Monday, August 3, in the A-Hall at Monitor ERP Arena. Gefle Dagblad reported that while
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2026-08-04
Fresh Sheet | Season 2 Episode 2 -
When it comes to Capitals Development Camp, the future becomes present. The latest Fresh Sheet goes all-access on a four-day frenzy of drills, first impressions and learning the #ALLCAPS way.
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Stingrays Welcome Back Forward Timothy Heinke for 2026-27 Season -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. - The South Carolina Stingrays, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Washington Capitals and the AHL's Hershey Bears, have announc... - ECHL South Carolina Stingrays
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Stingrays bring back Heinke -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – The South Carolina Stingrays, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Washington Capitals and the American Hockey League’s Hershey Bears, have announced they have signed forward Timothy Heinke for the 2026-27 season. Heinke, 24, broke into professional … Continue reading → The post Stingrays bring back Heinke first appeared on Pro Hockey News.
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Tom Wilson antoi NHL-lupaukselle pyyhkeitä – sitten sellainen päätyi naamalle kesken haastattelun -
Washington Capitalsin nuori puolustaja Cole Hutson on saanut NHL-uransa alkumetreillä huomata, että näyttävät temput jäällä kannattaa säästää oikeisiin paikkoihin. Hutson kertoi hauskan mutta opettavaisen esimerkin, kun häneltä kysyttiin hänen uransa noloimmasta tilanteesta. Vastaukseksi nousi ottelu Toronto Maple Leafsia vastaan viime kaudella. Capitals oli selvässä johdossa, kun Hutson päätti kokeilla näyttävää harhautusta. Ratkaisu ei kuitenkaan onnistunut, […]
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Join BOJA on a Statistical Adventure -
***warning: I probably should have changed the title to VERY LONG Adventure since this article ended up going on forever. My apologies in advance…hope you can make it all the way to the end. Maybe consider it a challenge? lol*** My summer so far has been untypically hectic to date…..a radical departure from my normal laissez faire lifestyle. As a result, while I did get the opportunity to read both of Mullayo’s articles about his True Value (TV) metric and spend a bit of time doing research & comparisons, I just haven’t found the time to put all of that into an article that might capture people’s attention. Well, my calendar finally hasn’t got any To Do tasks written on it just as I am starting a week of holidays…..perfect. So I decided to put Led Zeppelin IV on the stereo and finally dive into this thing…. Everyone around here is probably well aware of my fondness to use stat
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Oliver Suvannon suunnitelma paljastui – NHL-paikkaa haetaan 2027 -
Tampereen Tapparan miehistössä vakuuttavaa jälkeä Liiga-kaukaloissa viime kaudella esittänyt superlupaus Oliver Suvanto varattiin NHL:ään kesällä ykköskierroksella. Suvanto päätyi historiallisesti Washington Capitalsin riveihin. Capitals varasi suomalaisen vuorolla 18. Suvannon varaus osui vuoron puolesta oikeaan kohtaan, mutta joukkue oli jättimäinen yllätys, sillä Capitalsiin ei liikaa suomalaisia ole vuosiensaatossa varattu. 18 vuotta syyskuussa täyttävä isokokoinen keskushyökkääjä lähtee syksyllä […]
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Alex Ovechkin makes surprising choice when asked to name favorite all-time hockey player -
Alex Ovechkin had quite an interesting answer when asked to name who his favorite all-time hockey player is. The topic came up during Ovechkin’s recent conversation with former NHL forward Nikita Filatov and former soccer star Andrey Arshavin for FONBET. Ovechkin did not opt for a fellow Russian countryman or someone from his favorite team
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Cole Hutson on celebrating his first NHL goal with Alex Ovechkin: ‘He might’ve been happier than I was, which is pretty crazy’ -
Cole Hutson scored his first NHL goal on March 18, 2026, in his NHL debut against the Ottawa Senators at Capital One Arena. Eagerly encouraged to shoot by Connor McMichael, Hutson scored a power-play empty-netter with 26 seconds remaining, sealing Washington’s 4–1 victory. Not only did the tally come in a victory, but the first
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2026-08-03
Dylan Strome, John Carlson, and Martin Fehervary among guests who attend Connor McMichael’s wedding -
Connor McMichael got married to his longtime girlfriend, Lene, on Saturday night, and several Washington Capitals players, past and present, were in attendance. Dylan Strome and Martin Fehervary of the current Caps roster were at the ceremony, while John Carlson, now of the Florida Panthers, and Taylor Raddysh, now with the New York Rangers, were
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Lesson Learned: Capitals' Ryan Leonard's NHL Experience Will Help Him Take The Next Step -
Despite an injury setback, Ryan Leonard emerged from his rookie season a better player. And as he looks ahead, he’s focused on being a go-to guy in Washington.
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Lesson Learned: Capitals' Ryan Leonard's NHL Experience Will Help Him Take The Next Step -
Despite an injury setback, Ryan Leonard emerged from his rookie season a better player. And as he looks ahead, he’s focused on being a go-to guy in Washington.
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A former Washington Capitals star is available again - but only one NHL role makes sense -
Evgeny Kuznetsov is available again, and Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery has already coached him.
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Former Maple Leafs forward reacts to Brandon Duhaime’s Toronto move with heartfelt words -
The Toronto Maple Leafs made several big changes this offseason. New general manager John Chayka reshaped the team after replacing Brad Treliving. One of his moves was also signing Brandon Duhaime to a three-year, $7.8 million contract after the winger spent two seasons with the Washington Capitals. Now, former Maple Leafs player Jay Rosehill believes […]
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Dmitry Orlov reflects on approaching end of Alex Ovechkin-Sidney Crosby era: ‘It will be sad’ -
Ahead of participating in the Match of the Year, San Jose Sharks defenseman Dmitry Orlov celebrated his 35th birthday in Saint Petersburg, Russia, with Alex Ovechkin, going on a boat ride and having dinner together. Orlov played the first 12 seasons of his career with the Washington Capitals from 2011 to 2023, winning a Stanley
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Lightning 2026-27 Schedule Breakdown: Key Dates, Homestands and Challenges -
The road to the 2027 Stanley Cup will begin at Madison Square Garden for the Tampa Bay Lightning, who will open the 2026-27 regular season against the New York Rangers on October 1. They’ll return to Tampa for their home opener against the Washington Capitals on October 3 at Benchmark International Arena.
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Cole Hutson tells story of being reprimanded by Tom Wilson after making turnover on toe-drag move: ‘[He] let me hear it after the game’ -
Cole Hutson is already one of the most highly-skilled young players in the NHL, just 14 games into his Washington Capitals career. But the 2024 second-round pick is figuring out quickly that flashy plays come with a level of accountability, especially if you turn the puck over while trying to make one. Hutson shared a
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2026-08-02
Alex Ovechkin explains why he changes gloves up to four times every game: ‘I absolutely love new gloves’ -
Alex Ovechkin loves his hockey equipment both on and off the ice. The NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer can often be seen beckoning to members of the Washington Capitals training and equipment staff multiple times during games, and oftentimes they will come back with a new pair of gloves. The constant changing of gloves is
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2026-07-31
Ryan Leonard scores goal, shares funny moment with Gabe Perreault at Shoulder Check Showcase -
Ryan Leonard is getting ready for his second full season in the NHL after notching 45 points (20g, 20a) in 75 games during the 2025-26 campaign. Amid those more serious preparations, the 21-year-old winger had some time for more friendly, fun competition on Thursday as he was one of the many NHL stars to participate
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3 Questions the Capitals Must Answer Before the Season Begins -
After acquiring highly-priced wingers Alex Tuch and Jordan Kyrou this offseason, the Washington Capitals made it abundantly clear that missing the playoffs during the remainder of Alex Ovechkin’s NHL career…
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Alex Tuch hits the ice at MedStar Capitals Iceplex for the first time as a member of the Washington Capitals -
Just a day before the calendar is set to flip into August, the Washington Capitals welcomed one of their huge offseason additions to MedStar Capitals Iceplex. Alex Tuch, who the club inked to an 8-year, $10.5 million extension earlier this month, has landed in DC for the first time since his blockbuster sign-and-trade move from
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Tuch has touched down in the DMV #ALLCAPS -
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Who are the most important Rangers (Part 3) heading into next season? -
The New York Rangers boast a different lineup heading into the new season compared to last. Gone are the days […]
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A first look at Boone Jenner in Washington Capitals gear -
Boone Jenner did not waste any time getting into his new Washington Capitals gear. Jenner was caught rocking his new Caps jersey, pants, Warrior gloves, and helmet while taking part in workouts at London Sports Park in London, Ontario, this week. Jenner was joined on the ice by prospects Johnny McLaughlin (OHL, Windsor Spitfires), Josh
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Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin receive prestigious broadcasting honor ahead of their 30th season calling Capitals games together -
Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin are receiving a prestigious award together, as they should. The longtime Monumental Sports Network broadcasters were named 2026 Silver Circle honorees by the National Capital Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences on Thursday. The honor recognizes television professionals who have spent at least 25
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Hershey Bears announce schedule for 2026 preseason -
The Hershey Bears announced the schedule for their 2026 preseason on Thursday. Hershey will play just two exhibition games, one on the road against the Lehigh Valley Phantoms on September 26 and one at home against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins on September 27. The club says ticket information for the home game at Giant Center will
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IIHF officially extends Russia’s ban for major international events, including 2027 World Juniors and World Championship -
The International Ice Hockey Federation may have ended its blanket event ban on Russian national teams, but the nation will still not be permitted to register teams for several major tournaments during the 2026-27 season. During recent meetings, the IIHF Council re-analyzed the Russian Ice Hockey Federation’s request that it be permitted to enter a
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2026-07-30
7 Weekly Thoughts: On the Rangers farm system -
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How rising NHL salary caps impact future Oilers contracts -
With every signing that drops in the NHL, Leon Draisaitl’s $14 million contract continues to look better and better. The eight-year extension has only been in effect for one season, and as it currently stands, he’s already been knocked down to the fourth-highest AAV in the league, and over the next 12 months, he’s going…
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Hreschuk joins Stingrays -
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – The South Carolina Stingrays, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Washington Capitals and the American Hockey League’s Hershey Bears, announced they have signed defenseman Aidan Hreschuk for the 2026-27 season. Hreschuk comes to the Stingrays … Continue reading → The post Hreschuk joins Stingrays first appeared on Pro Hockey News.
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‘An unforgettable gift’: Alex Ovechkin goes viral for accidentally wandering into Russian newlyweds’ photo shoot while leaving Saint Petersburg hotel -
Alex Ovechkin created a core memory for a recently married couple during his trip to Saint Petersburg for the 2026 Match of the Year. The annual game, which features NHL and KHL stars, raises money for charity. This year’s edition of the event was held on Saturday, July 25, at SKA Arena. Ovechkin and his
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2025-2026 Igor Shesterkin report card -
Igor Shesterkin will always be the driving force of success for the Rangers. As long as he’s healthy and performing […]
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Aidan Hreschuk Signs Deal with Stingrays for 2026-27 Season -
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Spencer Carbery Details Plans for Washington Capitals Newcomers -
After missing the playoffs last season, the Washington Capitals had to make some strategic moves to set themselves up for success ahead of this season. General manager Chris Patrick and…
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NY Rangers Land Capitals Forward in 2023 NHL Re-Draft -
The New York Rangers land a Washington Capitals forward in a 2023 NHL Re-Draft.
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Sharks lock up Macklin Celebrini through 2032 -
Today, the San Jose Sharks took care of arguably one of the team’s most important pieces of business this offseason, especially in this offer sheet era. General Manager Mike Grier announced this morning that Macklin Celebrini agreed to a new, five-year contract that will keep the young forward with the team through the 2031-32 season. The deal will make Celebrini the highest-paid player in the league (for now) and carries a cap hit of $18.8 million per season when it goes into effect in 2027-28. The Sharks only lock Celebrini up for one year of his unrestricted free agency; however, San Jose gets a steal in the sense that it is not a max deal, which means it’s less than 20% of the salary cap. During his media availability this afternoon, Grier was clear that Celebrini was well worth every penny of that max deal and if that was what the forward had asked for, it was likely that he would have received it. “With what he’s done in his first c
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Ryan Leonard to participate in Shoulder Check Showcase charity game with former college linemates Will Smith and Gabe Perreault -
Ryan Leonard will be back on the ice on July 30th for the fourth annual Shoulder Check Showcase charity game at Sacred Heart University’s Martire Family Arena. The Washington Capitals winger will be one of 29 NHL and PWHL players gathering to help raise money for the HT40 Foundation, a mental health charity created in honor
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A look at Cole Hutson and Andrew Cristall’s experience at the 2026 NHLPA Rookie Showcase -
The 2026 NHLPA Rookie Showcase is underway in Chicago at the Blackhawks Ice Center Presented by Fifth Third Bank. Many of the NHL’s top young players have gathered for the event, which Upper Deck primarily uses to capture photos, videos, autographs, and memorabilia for future trading-card releases and promotional materials. The NHLPA also treats the
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2026-07-29
Capitals’ Dylan Strome makes bold declaration amid busy offseason -
Despite missing out on the postseason in 2025-26, the Washington Capitals have emerged as one of the NHL’s most improved teams this summer — and according to Dylan Strome, it’s Stanley Cup or bust heading into what could be Alex Ovechkin’s final season. “I mean, I think it has to be,” the 29-year-old told NHL.com’s Mike […] The post Capitals’ Dylan Strome makes bold declaration amid busy offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Capitals’ perfect trade target amid 2026 NHL Free Agency -
The Washington Capitals had a massive offseason. They made multiple trades, bringing in Jordan Kyrou and Alex Tuch. The Caps also signed Boone Jenner and Vincent Desharnais. To top it all off, Alex Ovechkin returned to the Capitals, deciding to play another season. Now, the Capitals are loaded and looking to make a run at […] The post Capitals’ perfect trade target amid 2026 NHL Free Agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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