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Why Tom Wilson didn’t deserve to get suspended for hit on Filip Chytil

Why Tom Wilson didn’t deserve to get suspended for hit on Filip Chytil

Everybody is still talking about the crushing hit that happened in Sunday’s game between the Washington Capitals and Vancouver Canucks. In the final minute of the first period, Capitals forward Tom Wilson caught Canucks forward Filip Chytil admiring is pass in the neutral zone, delivering a huge hit that knocked Chytil to the ice.

Tom Wilson News / Athlon Sports / October 19
NHL Must Throw the Book at Capitals’ Goon Tom Wilson

NHL Must Throw the Book at Capitals’ Goon Tom Wilson

The National Hockey League needs to step in and protect its players from unabashed cheap-shot artists like Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson. On Sunday, Wilson lined up an easy target in Vancouver Canucks center Filip Chytil.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 19
Canucks Survive Capitals’ Late Rally in 4-3 Victory

Canucks Survive Capitals’ Late Rally in 4-3 Victory

The Washington Capitals hosted the Vancouver Canucks at Capital One Arena for a matinee to open the NHL’s schedule on Sunday. Vancouver used early offense to take a stranglehold on the game before Washington tried to claw back into the matchup.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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Alexander Ovechkin News / Breakaway on SI / October 19
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Closing In on Another Historic Milestone

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Closing In on Another Historic Milestone

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin netted his first goal of the season in a three-point performance over the Minnesota Wild. The 40-year-old sniper and all-time leader in goals scored now sits at 898 career goals.

NHL News / Yardbarker
The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

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Alexander Ovechkin News / Field Level Media / October 18
Alex Ovechkin nearing 900 club as Capitals host Canucks

Alex Ovechkin nearing 900 club as Capitals host Canucks

Alex Ovechkin is two away from becoming the first player in NHL history with 900 goals as his Washington Capitals host the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday afternoon.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 18
Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 17
Alexander Ovechkin News / The Hockey Writers / October 17
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Nets 898th Goal in 5-1 Win over Wild

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Nets 898th Goal in 5-1 Win over Wild

The Washington Capitals improved to 4-1-0 following a 5-1 win over the Minnesota Wild at Capital One Arena as the team debuted a brand-new alternate “Screaming Eagle” jersey on Friday night.

Dylan Strome News / Field Level Media / October 17
Dylan Strome tallies four points as Capitals blast Wild

Dylan Strome tallies four points as Capitals blast Wild

Dylan Strome had two goals with two assists, while Alex Ovechkin scored career goal 898 and also added an assist, as the Washington Capitals won their fourth straight, 5-1 over the visiting Minnesota Wild on Friday night.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 17
Vincent Iorio News / The Hockey Writers / October 17
The Capitals Waving Iorio Was Poor Team Management

The Capitals Waving Iorio Was Poor Team Management

The Washington Capitals placed 22-year-old defenseman Vincent Iorio on waivers and lost him to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday. Iorio was the team’s top pick in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft and spent three years developing in the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Hershey Bears.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 17
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The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz
 The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz
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 The 'College basketball AP preseason No. 1 teams' quiz
The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz
 The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz
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 The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz
NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 17
Alex Ovechkin remains unsure on next season

Alex Ovechkin remains unsure on next season

Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: New York Rangers prospect Brennan Othmann didn’t crack the team out of camp and was sent back to the AHL. There have been talks with other teams since he was sent down.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 17
Logan Thompson News / The Hockey Writers / October 17
Capitals’ Logan Thompson Has Had Unique Path to NHL Stardom

Capitals’ Logan Thompson Has Had Unique Path to NHL Stardom

The Washington Capitals have one of the best goaltending tandems in the Eastern Conference in Logan Thompson and Charlie Lindgren. The pair propelled their

Washington Capitals News / HITC / October 17
Michael Kim goes 20 years without hitting a driver until DP World India Championship

Michael Kim goes 20 years without hitting a driver until DP World India Championship

The DP World India Championship has given the world’s best a test they’re not used to seeing. With 350-yard drives becoming more common, and courses that sometimes allow players to overpower them, this weekend requires an entirely different approach.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 16
Capitals' defense to be tested by explosive Wild power play

Capitals' defense to be tested by explosive Wild power play

The Washington Capitals have found a solid, early-season rhythm that might provide enough momentum to halt their recent struggles against the Minnesota Wild.

Vincent Iorio News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 16
Sharks claims former second-round defenseman from Capitals

Sharks claims former second-round defenseman from Capitals

The Sharks have claimed defenseman Vincent Iorio off waivers from the Capitals.

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season
The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz
Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 15
Vincent Iorio News / Daily Faceoff / October 15
Capitals place Vincent Iorio on waivers

Capitals place Vincent Iorio on waivers

The Washington Capitals have placed defenseman Vincent Iorio on waivers for Wednesday, October 15th. Iorio is now available to be claimed by the other 31 teams in the league.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14
Rangers make wrong kind of history with another shutout loss 

Rangers make wrong kind of history with another shutout loss 

The 2025-26 New York Rangers season began with a lot of excitement due to the arrival of two-time Stanley Cup champion head coach Mike Sullivan. Things have not been off to a smooth start however. 

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Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 14
Capitals center out day-to-day with lower-body injury

Capitals center out day-to-day with lower-body injury

Capitals center Pierre-Luc Dubois will not play Tuesday against the Lightning due to a lower-body injury, head coach Spencer Carbery confirmed.

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The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz
Charlie Lindgren News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 13
Capitals’ Charlie Lindgren shares feelings after avenging brother’s trade

Capitals’ Charlie Lindgren shares feelings after avenging brother’s trade

Hockey fans had just one game to pay attention to on Sunday night. And it was a rather close affair. The New York Rangers looked to follow up two dominant victories with another on home ice.

Matthew Schaefer News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Capitals Coach Voices Frustration Over Matthew Schaefer's Controversial First NHL Goal

Capitals Coach Voices Frustration Over Matthew Schaefer's Controversial First NHL Goal

Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery voiced his frustration on Saturday night after the officials upheld New York Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer’s first NHL goal.

Washington Capitals News / Breakaway on SI / October 9
Capitals Star Could Surprise as Richard Trophy Dark Horse

Capitals Star Could Surprise as Richard Trophy Dark Horse

While it's the most difficult thing to do, predicting what the season will look like is a fun way to get the ideas pumping and get conversations flowing.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker / September 18
Concerning report emerges about Alexander Ovechkin's health

Concerning report emerges about Capitals star Alexander Ovechkin's health

The Washington Capitals began their first day of training camp with an injury scare.

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