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Washington Capitals News / ESPN / February 5
Capitals activate Dubois, Thompson before break 
The Capitals activated forward Pierre-Luc Dubois and goalie Logan Thompson from the injured list prior to Thursday night's matchup with Nashville, their final game before the Olympic break.
The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz
How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?
Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / February 5
Capitals F Pierre-Luc Dubois returns to lineup after 47-game absence
Washington Capitals forward Pierre-Luc Dubois will return Thursday against the visiting Nashville Predators after missing 47 games following surgery to repair injuries to his abdominal and adductor muscles, the team said.
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
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 5
Washington Capitals Activate Pierre-Luc Dubois
The Washington Capitals announced today that forward Pierre-Luc Dubois has been activated off injured reserve and will play tonight. Dubois has not played since October and has been recovering from abdominal surgery that he underwent in early November.
Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Daily Faceoff / February 5
Capitals’ Pierre-Luc Dubois returns to lineup after 47 game absence
The Washington Capitals are getting a boost to their lineup right before the Olympic break, as center Pierre-Luc Dubois is set to return to the lineup for Thursday’s game against the Nashville Predators.
Alexander Ovechkin News / Breakaway on SI / February 4
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Surprises Figure Skater With Gift Before Olympics
While he remains focused on the remainder of his NHL career with the Washington Capitals, league star and Russia's Alex Ovechkin has previously competed in three prior Olympics — 2006, 2010 and 2014.
Bogdan Trineyev News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 4
Capitals Reassign Bogdan Trineyev
The Capitals announced they’ve reassigned winger Bogdan Trineyev to AHL Hershey. Today is the last day for teams to send players down to the minors before amended eligibility rules kick in during the Olympic roster freeze, which begins at 2:00 pm Central.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / February 3
Capitals on 3-Game Win Streak: What’s Working?
The Washington Capitals seem to have gotten back on track after over a month of limited success. After a stretch of just two wins in nine games, the team has emerged victorious in three straight.
NHL News / EasySportz / February 3
Metro Mania in Philly: Capitals vs. Flyers Preview for Feb. 3
PHILADELPHIA — The Washington Capitals skate into Xfinity Mobile Arena on Tuesday night fresh off a convincing 4–1 win over the Islanders, looking to extend their surge as they visit the Philadelphia Flyers, who had a rare night off on Monday.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 3
NHL Predictions: February 3rd, Washington Capitals vs Philadelphia Flyers
Welcome to another NHL Predictions. Each day, here at Last Word On Hockey, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for NHL games. For this edition, we take a look at the Washington Capitals facing the Philadelphia Flyers.
NHL News / Field Level Media / February 3
Ascending Capitals take aim at free-falling Flyers
With 25 games left in their season, the Washington Capitals mentally are in postseason mode. The Capitals will look to extend their winning streak to four games Tuesday night when they visit the slumping Philadelphia Flyers.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 3
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin surges past Wayne Gretzky on another NHL all-time list
It has been an up-and-down season for the Washington Capitals, but throughout the ride, Alex Ovechkin has continued to make NHL history. The all-time goals leader in NHL history scored his 20th goal of the season, moving into second all-time for most 20-goal seasons.
NHL News / Field Level Media / February 2
Capitals rally for convincing win over Islanders
Martin Fehervary and Anthony Beauvillier scored 31 seconds apart in the second period, and rookie Clay Stevenson stopped 31 shots, as the Washington Capitals rallied for a 4-1 victory over the visiting New York Islanders on Monday night.
Matt Roy News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 2
Washington Capitals Activate Matt Roy
The Washington Capitals have activated Matt Roy off of injured reserve, per The Hockey News’ Sammi Silber. In a corresponding move, the team placed netminder Logan Thompson on injured reserve.
NHL News / EasySportz / February 2
Monday in the Metro: Islanders vs. Capitals Preview for Jan 2.
WASHINGTON — The New York Islanders invade the nation’s capital Monday night to take on the Washington Capitals in what’s shaping up to be a lively midweek rivalry game with playoff implications and a fair share of pride on the line.
Charlie Lindgren News / Daily Faceoff / February 2
Capitals’ Charlie Lindgren out through Olympic break with injury that’s 'not long-term'
The Washington Capitals got a bit more clarity with their crease on Monday, as it appears that Charlie Lindgren will be out through the Olympic break, although his injury isn’t considered long-term.
Washington Capitals News / HITC / February 1
Michael Kim’s ‘controversial’ take on Johnson Wagner recreating Brooks Koepka’s ‘concrete’ shot
Michael Kim has shared a pointed reaction to Johnson Wagner’s attempt to recreate Brooks Koepka’s viral cart-path shot on CBS. Johnson Wagner drew attention during live PGA Tour coverage after attempting to recreate a Brooks Koepka shot played from the concrete cart path.
NHL News / EasySportz / February 1
Capitals Stun Hurricanes with 4-3 Win in D.C. Saturday
WASHINGTON, D.C. — What looked like a routine afternoon for the Carolina Hurricanes — cruising to an easy win after jumping to a 3–0 lead — turned into a classic “Capitals find a way” story Saturday night at Capital One Arena.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / January 31
Capitals’ Connor McMichael week-to-week, Logan Thompson out day-to-day
A couple of players are going to miss a little bit more time. When speaking to the media on Saturday, Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery revealed that forward Connor McMichael is out week-to-week with an upper-body injury.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 31
1 trade Capitals must make before NHL Olympic break
The Washington Capitals went into the 2025-26 NHL season as one of the more believable teams when it came to winning the Metropolitan Division of the Eastern Conference.
When Two GOATs Met! Alex Ovechkin And LeBron James Share A Viral Moment At Lakers Vs Wizards
Some nights in sports are about more than the final score. Friday’s Los Angeles Lakers game against the Washington Wizards was one of those nights. While
Charlie Lindgren News / NHL Trade Talk / January 30
Wild Scene as Lindgren Wins Shootout After Injury
Charlie Lindgren delivered one of the wildest “hockey guy” moments of the 2025-26 season Thursday night in Detroit, pulling out one of the gutsiest performances in recent NHL memory.
NHL News / Yardbarker / January 29
Red Wings' Patrick Kane passes Hall of Famer Mike Modano to become top-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history
Just a couple of weeks after joining the 500-goal club, Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane reached another major milestone on Thursday night.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / January 28
How Can the Capitals Contend for Playoffs?
It’s been an up-and-down season for the Washington Capitals. The team that was once first in the Metropolitan Division has now dropped out of playoff contention entirely and sits sixth in the Eastern Conference.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / January 24
Capitals Prospect Roundup: Hutson & Parascak Leading an Impressive Prospect Pool
The Washington Capitals find themselves in a dogfight in the standings of the Metropolitan Division with 56 points through 52 games played. The Carolina Hurricanes, Washington’s opponent in the second round last spring, is the only team to surge away from the grouping with 67 points through 51 games.
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