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On YouTubeBrett Leason News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 7
Capitals Recall Brett Leason
The Capitals have recalled winger Brett Leason to begin his second stint in Washington, according to a team announcement. Leason’s return to the NHL coincides with an injury to Aliaksei Protas, who has missed the last two with a lower-body injury and has now landed on injured reserve as the corresponding move for his recall.
Nic Dowd News / WashingtonCaps.com / January 7
Washington Capitals News / HITC / January 7
Michael Kim shares his thoughts on the PGA Tour’s 2026 rule change
Michael Kim is getting ready for another year on the PGA Tour, though this one has been slow to get going. The season will begin with the Sony Open later this month, after The Sentry was cancelled.
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Aliaksei Protas News / Daily Faceoff / January 7
Capitals place Aliaksei Protas on injured reserve
The Washington Capitals announced on Wednesday morning that they have placed forward Aliaksei Protas on injured reserve retroactive to Jan. 1. While Protas has not played since New Year’s Day, there’s reason to believe that his absence will not be long term.
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
NHL News / Field Level Media / January 7
Struggling contenders face off as Stars visit Capitals
It's been more than a month since the Washington Capitals posted back-to-back victories. Meanwhile, it only seems that long since the Dallas Stars won a single contest.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / January 6
Capitals continue to impress despite slight step back
The Washington Capitals were the surprise team of the 2024-25 NHL season, as they rebounded from barely sneaking in the year prior to powering their way to the top spot in the Metropolitan Division a year ago.
Washington Capitals News / HITC / January 6
Michael Kim shares the one habit amateur golfers should adopt before teeing off
Michael Kim has done plenty to earn his reputation as someone worth listening to when it comes to golf. The American finished the 2025 season ranked 37th in the world and has become a steady presence on the PGA Tour in recent years.
Justin Sourdif News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 6
Capitals’ forward Justin Sourdif gets real on incredible 5-point Ducks effort
Justin Sourdif is quickly becoming a fan favorite for the Washington Capitals. It took a while for the former third-round pick of the Florida Panthers to find a place in the NHL, but now that he has, it doesn’t look like he plans to give it up.
Washington Capitals News / HITC / January 6
What Michael Kim thinks about the sponsor invite row involving Rickie Fowler and Jordan Spieth
While the PGA Tour seems to have regained its spot as the top stage for the game’s best players, Brian Rolapp knows there’s still a lot of work left to do.
Washington Capitals News / ESPN / January 6
Sourdif rookie hat trick 1st by Cap since Ovechkin 
Justin Sourdif, 23, posted five points, and became the first Capitals rookie since Alex Ovechkin in 2006 to record a hat trick, as the short-handed Washington Capitals defeated the Anaheim Ducks 7-4 on Monday night, ending a two-game losing streak.
NHL News / Field Level Media / January 5
Justin Sourdif nets 1st hat trick as Caps hold off slumping Ducks
Justin Sourdif had three goals and two assists and the Washington Capitals hung on to beat the visiting Anaheim Ducks 7-4 on Monday night. Connor McMichael
Justin Sourdif News / WashingtonCaps.com / January 5
Tom Wilson News / NHL Trade Talk / January 5
Capitals Get Good News Regarding Tom Wilson Injury
According to reports, Washington Capitals forward and Team Canada selection Tom Wilson is officially listed as day-to-day after suffering an injury. He won’t play tonight, but it appears the team dodged a big bullet, and there is no fear Wilson won’t be available for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Tom Wilson News / Daily Faceoff / January 5
Capitals’ Tom Wilson listed as day-to-day with lower-body injury
Crisis averted for the Washington Capitals and Team Canada. When speaking to the media, Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery announced that forward Tom Wilson will not be in the lineup on Monday night, when the team hosts the Anaheim Ducks, and is considered day-to-day.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / January 5
3 Capitals Who Need to Step up in 2026
The Washington Capitals have had an up-and-down season to end 2025. While they had a rocky start to the season, they made up for their shortcomings and went on a hot streak through November.
NHL News / Yardbarker / January 3
What is Auston Matthews' ceiling after becoming Maple Leafs' all-time goal leader?
The Toronto Maple Leafs dropped a 4-3 OT decision against the New York Islanders on Saturday night, but there was one bright spot and a little bit of history for the franchise.
Cole Hutson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 1
Cole Hutson practices for Team USA after scary World Juniors injury
Team USA got some good news at their New Year’s Day practice session when 19-year-old Cole Hutson resumed skating with his teammates. The explosive Hutson is expected to return to the lineup Friday when Team USA faces Finland in the World Junior Championship quarterfinal matchup.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 1
New Year’s Day NHL Predictions with Washington Capitals at Ottawa Senators
Happy New Year to our readers far and wide! Sometimes a matchup with the Capitals and Senators can have the intense Canada – US rivalry feel to it, and rightfully so.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 31
Predators' Steven Stamkos proving age is just a number with goal No. 600
Like Washington Capitals left winger Alex Ovechkin, Nashville Predators center Steven Stamkos is an ageless wonder.
Sergei Bobrovsky News / Yardbarker / December 29
Panthers' Sergei Bobrovsky moves up NHL's all-time wins list
Florida Panthers goalie Sergei Bobrovsky has fully reached the point in his career where he's now padding his resume to further build his Hall of Fame case with every start.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 23
Capitals Activate Ryan Leonard, Reassign Ivan Miroshnichenko
The Washington Capitals will get a big piece back in Tuesday night’s game against the New York Rangers. Winger Ryan Leonard has been activated off of injured reserve after missing the last seven games with upper-body injuries sustained on December 5th.
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