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Blues sign F Connor McMichael to 6-year, $40.5M contract

The St. Louis Blues signed newly acquired forward Connor McMichael to a six-year, $40.5 million contract on Thursday. McMichael, 25, was a restricted free agent who had filed for salary arbitration on July 5.

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Blues lock up Connor McMichael with a six-year deal

The St. Louis Blues haven't have a chance to watch McMichael suit up in uniform during the regular season, but the team's management already knows this much: It wasn't about to let him sniff free agency.

Blues re-sign F Oskar Sundqvist to 1-year contract

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Connor McMichael News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 16

Blues Sign Connor McMichael To Six-Year Deal

The St. Louis Blues have signed forward Connor McMichael to a six-year, $40.5MM contract extension per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. This move will secure the long-term future of the main chip in St.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 16

Could April 4 mark final NHL Sidney Crosby-Alex Ovechkin duel?

With the NHL cancelling the 2004-05 season due to a lockout, the league needed something to get fans excited. The top pick of the 2004 NHL Draft and the top pick of the 2005 NHL Draft would do just that.

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How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / July 16

Can the Capitals realistically chase another Stanley Cup while Alex Ovechkin chases 1,000 career goals?

Are Ovechkin's pursuit of a milestone and the Capitals' pursuit of a Stanley Cup mutually exclusive? Or are the complementary?

Blues lock up Connor McMichael with a six-year deal

Canadiens re-sign Kirby Dach

Could Macklin Celebrini take a pay cut on his next contract?

Patrick Kane between Sabres, Blackhawks as free-agent destinations

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NHL News / Yardbarker

The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / July 16

Watch: Washington Capitals 2026-27 Schedule Release

Washington Capitals News / ESPN / July 16

How the Washington Capitals spent the past 20 year...

From the moment they drafted Ovechkin in 2004, Ted Leonsis and the Capitals organization have made it their goal to keep him in D.C. for his entire career.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 15

Patrick Kane could be down to two teams, but how much will he help?

Patrick Kane is one of the more prominent NHL free agents still available this summer, and it sounds like he could be choosing between two teams when it comes to his next destination.

Jason Robertson has quietly taken control of the Stars' future

Three-time Stanley Cup champion Steve Yzerman stepping down as GM marks needed leadership change for Red Wings

Five NHL players in danger of negative regression in 2026-27

Five most intriguing NHL home openers

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Capitals’ Tactical Blueprint Is the Perfect Fix for Oliver Suvanto

The Washington Capitals signed Oliver Suvanto to a three-year entry-level contract on Tuesday (July 14), then announced in the same release that he will spend 2026-27 on loan to Tappara in Liiga.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Reveals Next Career Goal Before 22nd NHL Season

Alex Ovechkin is returning to the Washington Capitals for a 22nd NHL season with several historic milestones within reach. After becoming the NHL’s all-time goals leader last season, Ovechkin signed a one-year, $4.25 million extension on July 2, coming off a 32-goal, 64-point season while appearing in all 82 regular-season games last year.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 14

Capitals sign 2026 1st-rounder to entry-level contract

The Washington Capitals have locked up their top pick from this year’s draft. Washington signed forward Oliver Suvanto to a three-year entry-level contract, the team announced Tuesday.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / July 14

Capitals sign Oliver Suvanto to three-year, entry-level contract

A strong, growing center has inked his first NHL deal. On Tuesday, Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick announced that the team has signed forward Oliver Suvanto to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Cole Hutson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 14

Capitals’ Cole Hutson nails hole-in-one ahead of highly-anticipated rookie season

The Washington Capitals had a wonderful offseason, bringing in multiple solid players to bolster the lineup. Meanwhile, the Caps have multiple young prospects ready to burst onto the NHL scene.

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Tyler Kopff News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 13

Washington Capitals Acquire Tyler Kopff

The Buffalo Sabres and Washington Capitals have swapped minor-league forward prospects. In a trade earlier today, the Capitals acquired 23-year-old Tyler Kopff, who can play both center and left wing, and sent winger Zac Funk to Buffalo.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / July 13

Did the Capitals make the right move in re-signing Alex Ovechkin?

Ovechkin has been the heart of Washington Capitals hockey for over two decades.

Ducks make massive Leo Carlsson decision

How the New York Rangers could line up after active offseason

Six potentially productive NHL free agents looking for new teams

Jordan Oesterle retires after 12-year NHL career

Sabres hire John Davidson as senior advisor

Washington Capitals News / The Lead / July 13

After Stellar Offseason, Capitals Are Serious Contenders in the East

After winning the Metropolitan Division in the 2024-2025 season, the Washington Capitals had a setback; they missed the 2026 playoffs by three points.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Daily Faceoff / July 10

Capitals’ Ovechkin surprises fans who drink beer every week in his honor

Alex Ovechkin has many accomplishments on his resume. You can add “man of the people” to that list. Earlier this week, a translated video from Russia showed a group of hockey fans who gathered every Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m.

Vincent Desharnais News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

Get to Know Capitals’ Defenseman Vincent Desharnais

Among a busy start to NHL free agency, the Washington Capitals signed 30-year-old defenseman Vincent Desharnais to a four-year, $16.8 million contract.

Lynden Lakovic News / WashingtonCaps.com / July 7

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Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / July 7

How will Capitals balance ice time with deep roster?

The Washington Capitals have been one of the most aggressive teams in the NHL this offseason after going from Metropolitan Division champions in 2024-25 to out of the playoffs altogether this past season.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 1

Penguins bolster defense by signing Trevor van Riemsdyk away from rival

To help shore up the blue line, the Pittsburgh Penguins opened up free agency by signing veteran defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk away from the rival Washington

Penguins sign Atley Calvert to two-year, entry-level contract

Does Penguins depth addition signal a bigger move on the horizon?

Maple Leafs sign G Sergei Bobrovsky to three-year deal

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Washington Capitals News / DC Sports King / June 26

Capitals Shift Focus of Roster Overhaul with Two More Trades

If you stepped away from your phone for five minutes this week, you probably missed another Washington Capitals blockbuster. Fresh off injecting high-octane offensive firepower into the top six by acquiring stars Jordan Kyrou and Alex Tuch, General Manager Chris Patrick kept the phone lines burning.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 25