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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.

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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

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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?

The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The '50-goal NHL seasons since 2000-01' quiz

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

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.

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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.

Logan Thompson News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 14

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Pierre-Luc Dubois News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 12

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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.

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.

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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.

Ryan Leonard News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 3

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Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 2

Bold Washington Capitals predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season

The Washington Capitals were one of the more surprising teams in 2024-25. While Alex Ovechkin missed 16 games with a broken leg, the team did not crumble, but instead had the best record in the Eastern Conference.

Evgeny Kuznetsov News / Breakaway on SI / September 2

Former Capitals Star Still Eyeing NHL Comeback

Ahead of the 2024-25 season, former Washington Capitals star forward Evgeny Kuznetsov departed from the NHL to play in his native Russia with St. Petersburg SKA.

Martin Fehervary News / Breakaway on SI / September 2

Capitals Defenseman Taking Big Steps in Recovery

Martin Fehervary put together a career year last season with the Washington Capitals, scoring five goals and picking up 20 assists for 25 points from the blue line.

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 / Breakaway on SI / August 31

Young Talent X-Factor for Capitals Season

The Washington Capitals were one of the most surprising teams of the 2024-2025 NHL season. It was a bit of a perfect storm, as the historic pursuit of Alex Ovechkin combined with the breakout seasons of players like Jakob Chychrun, Pierre-Luc Dubois and Aleksei Protas, the Caps rode that magic to a Metropolitan Division title and a playoff berth.

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.

Would Trading Arber Xhekaj Hurt the Habs?

On Thursday night’s Episode of the Sick Podcast Mailbag with Tony Marinaro and Brian Wilde, they received a question from @expos_habs on X/Twitter about what they think Arber Xhekaj’s trade value is.

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 / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 19

Washington Capitals top breakout candidates for 2025-26 season

The Washington Capitals were the top team in the Eastern Conference in 2024-25. The front office did not make a lot of moves over the summer, as the Capitals were generally quiet in NHL Free Agency.

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.