Washington Capitals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Capitals eager to continue strong homestand vs. Devils

The Washington Capitals have enjoyed the comforts of home lately and aim to keep doing so when they host the New Jersey Devils on Friday. The Capitals (34-27-8, 76 points) are 7-1-1 in their past nine games as the hosts after a 4-1 win against the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday.

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Could an Alex Ovechkin retirement announcement come in the summer?

Alex Ovechkin is set to finish his five-year deal this summer – and as a 40-year-old, retirement is obviously a hot topic. But with the Washington Capitals still seemingly in the playoff hunt, we haven’t heard whether or not this will be Ovi’s final NHL season.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 19

Cole Hutson shines in NHL debut for Capitals

The Washington Capitals‘ dreams of the Stanley Cup Playoffs may be fading, but there remains a glimmer of hope after a 4-1 win over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 19

Watch Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin score historic 450th home goal to pass Gordie Howe

The Washington Capitals cruised to a 4-1 win versus the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night at Capital One Arena, spotlighted by a historic milestone from captain Alex Ovechkin.

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The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz

The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

Cole Hutson News / ESPN / March 19

Hutson admits debut jitters, scores in Caps' win

Capitals rookie Cole Hutson admitted feeling "so scared" in his first NHL game but looked poised in his 16:22 of playing time, including netting his first goal in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the Senators.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 18

Capitals grab key late-season win over Senators

Cole Hutson scored in his NHL debut for Washington, putting an exclamation mark on the Capitals' 4-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday. Alex Ovechkin, Tom Wilson and Aliaksei Protas also scored for Washington (34-27-8, 76 points), which has won two of its last three.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Daily Faceoff / March 18

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin ties NHL record for most 25-goal seasons

Alex Ovechkin continues to build on his legacy as the best goal-scorer in NHL history. The Washington Capitals‘ captain scored his 25th goal of the season during Wednesday’s game against the Ottawa Senators, and in doing so, he’s tied the NHL record for most 25-goal seasons in NHL history.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 18

Capitals Debuting Newest Rookie Against Senators

The Washington Capitals have announced that Cole Hutson will be making his NHL debut against the Ottawa Senators on the evening of March 18. Hutson signed a three-year entry-level contract on March 15 to begin his season.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / March 18

Capitals’ Cole Hutson to make NHL debut on Wednesday against Senators

A young and rising blueliner is set to step on big league ice for the first time. On Wednesday night, defenseman Cole Hutson will make his NHL debut for the Washington Capitals as the team takes on the Ottawa Senators.

Cole Hutson News / Field Level Media / March 17

Caps prospect Cole Hutson could debut, boost offense against Senators

The Washington Capitals welcome the Ottawa Senators to the American capital on Wednesday night. The game may also mark the debut of Washington's newest player.

Cole Hutson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 17

Capitals’ Cole Hutson preparing for first NHL game; ‘I’ll probably be in shock’

With the playoff race heating up, the Washington Capitals have called in reinforcements. Fresh off finishing his sophomore season at Boston University, defenseman Cole Hutson will likely make his NHL debut for the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night against the Ottawa Senators.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 17

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Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 17

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NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 16

Capitals Sign Former Second-Round Pick to Entry-Level Deal

The Washington Capitals have signed Cole Hutson to a three-year entry-level contract beginning this season. The defenseman will have a contract that carries an average annual value of $975,000 — the max for an entry-level deal.