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On YouTubeWashington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 15
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 15
Washington Capitals’ most intriguing training camp battle in 2025
The Washington Capitals will finish Rookie Camp on Monday as full training camp is set to open on September 18th. Many of the players participating in Rookie Camp have a chance to make the roster and potentially could have a breakout campaign for the Capitals in 2025-26.
Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 15
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 15
Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals
Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.
Washington Capitals News / ESPN / September 15
Capitals pay homage to DMV, past eras with new third jerseys 
The uniforms feature several Easter eggs that honor Washington's local fan base, including a District of Columbia flag loop label at the back hem.
Washington Capitals News / Breakaway on SI / September 15
Capitals Reveal New Alternate Jersey
The Washington Capitals are heading into the 2025-2026 season with some fresh threads. After the team deployed a new take on the beloved Screaming Eagle logo for their alternate jersey in 2024-2025, the organization is debuting another new alternate jersey for the upcoming campaign.
Washington Capitals News / Breakaway on SI / September 15
Capitals Tease Third Jersey Announcement
The Washington Capitals enter the 2025-2026 season with a challenging task. Last year was a surprising campaign for the Caps with captain Alex Ovechkin becoming the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer and winning the Metropolitan Division.
Mitch Love News / Field Level Media / September 14
Capitals assistant Mitch Love on leave, under NHL investigation
The Washington Capitals placed assistant coach Mitch Love on leave pending an NHL investigation, the team announced Sunday. It wasn't revealed why Love
Mitch Love News / Daily Faceoff / September 14
Capitals’ assistant coach Mitch Love placed on team-imposed leave
The Washington Capitals announced Sunday that assistant coach Mitch Love has been place on a team-imposed leave, pending results of an investigation by the NHL.
Pierre-Luc Dubois News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 12
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / September 9
5 Capitals Prospects to Watch at Rookie Camp
The Washington Capitals will hold their 2025 Rookie Camp from Sept. 12-15 in Annapolis, Maryland, at the McMullen Hockey Arena, home of the Navy’s men’s hockey team.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / September 9
Capitals Hosting 2025 Rookie Camp in Maryland This Weekend
Hockey is on the horizon as the Washington Capitals announced the schedule for the upcoming Capitals 2025 Rookie Camp at McMullen Hockey Arena in Annapolis, Maryland, from Sept.
T.J. Oshie News / NHL Trade Talk / September 8
Oshie on Odd Reason Blues Might Have Traded Him to Capitals
Former NHL forward T.J. Oshie has shed new light on the trade that sent him from the St. Louis Blues to the Washington Capitals, revealing an unexpected reason behind the blockbuster move.
Ryan Leonard News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 5
Alexander Ovechkin News / The Hockey Writers / September 5
Expectations for Alex Ovechkin’s Age-40 Season
Alexander Ovechkin turns 40 on Sept. 17, just as his 21st season in the NHL is about to begin. He is the greatest goal scorer in hockey history, a Stanley Cup champion, and he has won just about every award for which an offensive player is eligible.
Washington Capitals News / Inside The Rink / September 4
Upcoming Washington Capitals Milestones for 2025-26
As the Capitals enter their 51st season as a franchise, their roster remains largely unchanged from the previous season. Players like Dylan Strome, Nic Dowd, and, of course, Alex Ovechkin, have become mainstays in Washington.
Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / September 4
We Don’t Know When Alex Ovechkin Will Retire, So Let’s Enjoy His Greatness Now
Alex Ovechkin isn’t going to be circling the ice at Capital One Arena forever. At some point, his number 8 will hang high from the rafters alongside Rod Langway’s no.
Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / September 2
'Call Washington': Alex Ovechkin Responds to Capitals' No. 8 Jersey Retirement Talk
Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin is not ready to talk retirement, but that won't stop the speculation about when the moment will arrive and what will follow it.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 1
Way-too-early Washington Capitals trade candidates in 2025-26 season
The Washington Capitals were one of the best teams in the NHL this past season. In fact, they finished second in the NHL in terms of standings points in 2024-25.
Washington Capitals News / Inside The Rink / August 30
All Eyes Will Be on the Capitals in 2025-26
All eyes being on the Washington Capitals is nothing new. With Alex Ovechkin’s “Gr8 Chase” taking place last season, the Capitals were a hot topic across the league.
Nicklas Backstrom News / Inside The Rink / August 21
Nicklas Backstrom: An Underrated Capitals Legend
Long-time Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom officially stepped away from the NHL after his contract expired earlier this summer. The 37-year-old had not played a game since October 2023 due to continued issues after a hip-resurfacing surgery.
Washington Capitals News / NHL Trade Talk / August 20
Capitals Likely Shut Door on Familiar Face for Tryout Chance
Evgeny Kuznetsov has been spotted frequently around Washington this summer, skating in local beer leagues and training at MedStar Capitals Iceplex. But according to Sammi Silber of The Hockey News, fans shouldn’t expect a reunion between the former Stanley Cup champion and the Capitals on a professional tryout contract.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / August 18
2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Washington Capitals’ Top 10
Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.
Kyle Connor News / Yardbarker / August 14
Three best fits for Winnipeg Jets' Kyle Connor if he hits free agency in 2026
Let's examine three teams that would be the best fits to pry the two-time All-Star out of Winnipeg next summer.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 4
Capitals hire Derek King as AHL head coach
The Washington Capitals have appointed Derek King as the Hershey Bears head coach. He will become the 29th head coach in franchise history, taking over the role from Todd Nelson who was promoted to an assistant coach role with the Pittsburgh Penguins earlier this summer.
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