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Capitals recall Ethen Frank

According to a team announcement, the Washington Capitals have recalled forward Ethen Frank from the AHL’s Hershey Bears. Washington reassigned Frank only a few days ago when the team activated Pierre-Luc Dubois from the injured reserve.

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Capitals sign Brett Leason to one-year contract

On Monday, Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick announced that the team has signed forward Brett Leason to a one-year, two-way contract for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

Mitch Love News / Field Level Media / October 26

Capitals fire assistant coach after investigation into conduct

The Washington Capitals fired assistant coach Mitch Love on Sunday after the NHL investigated allegations about his personal conduct. "Mitch Love has been relieved of his duties as an assistant coach, effective immediately," the Capitals said in a statement.

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The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

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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 / October 26

Capitals assistant coach fired after domestic abuse investigation

The Washington Capitals are 6-3-0 to start their defense of the Metropolitan Division title in 2025-26. An NHL investigation ended on Sunday that changes Spencer Carbery’s staff for that defense.

Mitch Love News / Daily Faceoff / October 26

Report: NHL suspends Capitals assistant Mitch Love following investigation into alleged domestic abuse

The NHL has suspended Washington Capitals assistant coach Mitch Love for the entirety of the 2025-26 season following an investigation into alleged domestic abuse, according to hockey insider Frank Seravalli.

Alexander Ovechkin News / ESPN / October 26

Seeking 900th goal, Ovechkin hits 1,500 games

Washington star forward Alex Ovechkin, 40, played in his 1,500th game on Saturday night, a 7-1 loss to the Ottawa Senators at Capital One Arena, and his next major milestone will be his 900th career goal, which eluded him as the Capitals fell on home ice.

Alexander Ovechkin News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 25

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

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Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 25

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Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25

Capitals' Pierre-Luc Dubois is ready to return from injury

Dubois wound up missing a little more than two weeks with a lower-body injury.

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin one goal away from previously unimaginable milestone

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The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

Alexander Ovechkin News / Field Level Media / October 25

Alex Ovechkin chases goal No. 900 as Caps meet Senators

Alex Ovechkin has the opportunity to make NHL history in a milestone game when he and the Washington Capitals play host to the Ottawa Senators on Saturday.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 24

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 24

Blue Jackets Lose to Capitals as Alex Ovechkin Scores Goal 899

The Columbus Blue Jackets may have lost 5-1 to the Washington Capitals on Friday night at Nationwide Arena. But the team felt they played very well especially in the first two periods.

Alexander Ovechkin News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 24

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NHL News / Yardbarker / October 25

Alex Ovechkin is close to previously unimaginable milestone

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin one goal away from previously unimaginable milestone

The Washington Capitals were 5-1 winners over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday night, with Alex Ovechkin contributing one of the goals.

Leafs failed to trade Nick Robertson for Blue Jackets star

Joseph Woll returning to Maple Leafs from personal leave

Sharks have correct stance on struggling goalie Yaroslav Askarov

Canucks acquire Blackhawks forward in exchange for draft pick

Contender or pretender? Analyzing five surprisingly hot NHL starts

Aliaksei Protas News / The Hockey Writers / October 24

Capitals’ Aliaksei Protas Looks to Build on Breakout Season

Washington Capitals center Aliaksei Protas is a star on the rise. Last season, he drew attention across the NHL with his 30-goal and 66-point performance,

Sheldon Rempal News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Capitals place Sheldon Rempal on waivers for Oct. 23

The Washington Capitals placed forward Sheldon Rempal on the waiver wire on Thursday afternoon. Rempal, who spent the 2024-25 season with Ufa Salavat Yulayev of the KHL, came back to North America and made a bit for the Capitals’ Opening Night roster, but he was assigned to the team’s AHL affiliate Hershey Bears.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Capitals’ Sandin out day-to-day; Dubois close to return

When speaking to the media on Thursday, Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery confirmed that defenseman Rasmus Sandin is out day-to-day with an upper-body injury.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / October 22

Analyzing the Performances of Capitals’ Newcomers So Far

The Washington Capitals did not make many roster changes in the offseason, as they already had a solid team lined up. However, they did acquire forward Justin Sourdif in a trade with the Florida Panthers and defenseman Declan Chisholm from the Minnesota Wild.