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Alex Ovechkin on a roll as Capitals host Connor McDavid and Oilers

Alex Ovechkin is starting to heat up again. The NHL's all-time leading goal scorer has tallied in back-to-back games and three times in his last four contests for the Washington Capitals.

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Capitals’ John Carlson passes Nicklas Backstrom on all-time list during Kings win

Alex Ovechkin, John Carlson and Nicklas Backstrom have been synonymous with the Washington Capitals franchise for the past two decades. The trio of Stanley

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 18

Lockdown Charlie Lindgren effort in Capitals-Kings draws major Nic Dowd praise

A splendid start by goalie Charlie Lindgren went a long way in helping the Washington Capitals get back on track on Monday night at Capital One Arena in Washington.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 18

4 Takeaways From the Capitals’ 2-1 Win Over the Kings

The Washington Capitals took a 2-1 win at home over the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night, a much-needed victory after an eight-game stretch with just three wins.

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Alexander Ovechkin News / Breakaway on SI / November 18

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Passes Legendary Record

If there's any hockey player in the NHL today who is known by people who don't follow the sport, it's the Washington Capitals' left winger Alex Ovechkin.

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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.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 18

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin passes Gordie Howe in history with latest goal scoring feat

Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin is a legend in the game of hockey. He is the greatest goal scorer of all-time, and will be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame once his career is over.

Jakob Chychrun News / WashingtonCaps.com / November 18

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Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / November 17

Watch: Quite the ride it's been so far #ALLCAPS

Alexander Ovechkin News / Field Level Media / November 17

Alex Ovechkin tallies winner as Capitals slip past Kings

Alex Ovechkin scored what proved to be the game-winning goal in the second period as the Washington Capitals edged the visiting Los Angeles Kings 2-1 on Monday night.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / November 16

Watch: A reminder of why and who we fight for #ALLCAPS x #HockeyFightsCancer

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / November 16

Watch: This is where things started to snowball #ALLCAPS x #HockeyFightsCancer

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / November 16

Watch: Never change, Dewey. Never change. #ALLCAPS x #HockeyFightsCancer

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 15

Devils Survive Capitals’ Comeback Attempt in 3-2 Shootout Win

The Washington Capitals busted out the alternate, red-colored “Screaming Eagle” jerseys for a Saturday night matchup with the New Jersey Devils at Capital One Arena.

Alexander Ovechkin News / WashingtonCaps.com / November 15

Watch: Alex Ovechkin's 902nd Career Goal

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 14

Devils make notable roster move amid Jack Hughes injury

With Friday's news that the New Jersey Devils will be without Jack Hughes for at least one game due to a freak accident at a team dinner, the Devils needed another body for their upcoming game against the Washington Capitals.

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / November 14

Highs and Lows of the Capitals’ Season So Far

The Washington Capitals have been unable to find consistent success through the first month and change of the 2025-26 season. However, with an even .500 record, not all hope is lost.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / November 14

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / November 14

Capitals’ Prospects Lakovic & Parascak Lighting Up the WHL

The Washington Capitals have proven to be shrewd assessors of prospect talent in recent years under general managers (GMs) Brian McLellan and Chris Patrick, and two of their young hopefuls are currently leading the Western Hockey League (WHL) in goals.

Patrick Wellar News / Daily Faceoff / November 12

Capitals name Patrick Wellar as assistant coach

The Washington Capitals announced Wednesday that they’ve named Patrick Wellar as an assistant coach. Wellar initially joined Washington’s staff on September 27th as an interim coach for the team’s defensemen.

Logan Thompson News / Field Level Media / November 11

Logan Thompson continues to shine in goal as Capitals upend Hurricanes

Logan Thompson made 30 saves as the Washington Capitals won for the second time in their last eight games, beating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 on Tuesday night in Raleigh, N.C.

Pierre-Luc Dubois News / NHL Trade Talk / November 9

Capitals’ Pierre-Luc Dubois Out 3–4 Months After Surgery

The Washington Capitals announced that forward Pierre-Luc Dubois will be sidelined for three to four months after undergoing surgery to repair injuries to his abdominal and adductor muscles.

Washington Capitals News / Last Word On Sports / November 9

Washington Capitals Have Injury Concern with Important Forward

Overall the Washington Capitals are off to an okay start, despite currently sitting seventh in the NHL’s Metropolitan Division standings. In saying that, defensively they remain a model for other NHL franchises, similar to 2024-25.

Logan Thompson News / NHL Trade Talk / November 6

Team Canada Needs To Get Over Whatever Beef They Have With Thompson

Logan Thompson has quietly emerged as one of the NHL’s most dominant goaltenders, yet he still seems to be flying under Team Canada’s radar. The Washington Capitals netminder finished fourth in Vezina Trophy voting last season and has started the 2025-26 campaign even stronger.