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Found November 09, 2011 on Pass Shoot Score:
PLAYERS: Mike Knuble,  Mike Green
TEAMS: Washington Capitals,  Dallas Stars,  Carolina Hurricanes,  Anaheim Ducks,  New York Islanders,  New Jersey Devils

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I've heard and read encouraging signs from the Caps this young season that they're taking more accountability as they try to overcome their history of playoff debacles. Things like no more optional practices, practices that last longer than 30-minutes, admitting they need to play 60-minutes of hockey, and no more post-game quotes about "hot goalie" excuses. The Caps must not think accountability counts when they play West Coast teams (or the New York Islanders) or their struggles against these teams happen for some other reason. It's certainly not a lack of talent. So what is it? It is accountability and the Caps, all of them, aren't playing like they give a damn when they're on the ice. Mike Knuble's quote tonight, "Of late, I don't know if we're all committed" tells me everything I need to know about this team. The Dallas Stars whipped the Caps 5-2 in a pathetic display of hockey, by the Caps, at least. Your Washington Ca...
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