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Could Alex Ovechkin move on from Capitals after John Carlson trade?

Could Alex Ovechkin move on from Capitals after John Carlson trade?

The Washington Capitals might not be a favorite to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs this year, but where does the future lie with one of the franchise’s cornerstones?

Top 50 UFAs of 2026: There's no way Ovechkin, Evgeni Malkin change teams...right?
Darren Raddysh is one of the more fascinating players in the 2026 free-agent class
Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon has major penalty against Oilers rescinded
The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz
NHL News / Field Level Media / March 12
With postseason hopes fading, Capitals face uphill climb vs. Sabres

With postseason hopes fading, Capitals face uphill climb vs. Sabres

The Washington Capitals will look to bolster their flickering playoff aspirations on Thursday when they visit the Buffalo Sabres. The high-scoring Sabres, in turn, are roaring toward the postseason and will be looking for their ninth straight win.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 11
NHL Predictions: March 11 Washington Capitals vs Philadelphia Flyers

NHL Predictions: March 11 Washington Capitals vs Philadelphia Flyers

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Brandon Duhaime News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 10
Dallas Stars News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz
The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz
The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz
Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / March 10
Fiyers, Capitals meet with both hoping to ignite playoff push

Fiyers, Capitals meet with both hoping to ignite playoff push

Their season has been a bumpy road to this point, but the Washington Capitals continue to prove their resilience. Fresh off a roller-coaster victory, the Capitals hope to ride the momentum into Wednesday's road game with the Philadelphia Flyers.

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

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

David Kampf News / The Hockey Writers / March 10
Get to Know the Newest Washington Capital: David Kampf

Get to Know the Newest Washington Capital: David Kampf

David Kampf was recently acquired by the Washington Capitals at the 2026 Trade Deadline when the Vancouver Canucks traded him for a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / March 10
Alex Ovechkin Reveals Key Factor in Retirement Decision

Alex Ovechkin Reveals Key Factor in Retirement Decision

The Washington Capitals are playing out the final stretch of the 2025-26 season with 17 games remaining in their schedule and still having some postseason hope, sitting five points outside of the wild-card seeds.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 10
NHL News / Field Level Media / March 9
Capitals blow 3-goal lead before pulling away from Flames

Capitals blow 3-goal lead before pulling away from Flames

Connor McMichael's second goal of the game broke a third-period tie and the host Washington Capitals recovered after blowing a three-goal lead to beat the Calgary Flames 7-3 on Monday.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 6
Graeme Clarke News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6
Capitals Trade Graeme Clarke To Senators

Capitals Trade Graeme Clarke To Senators

The Senators and Capitals apparently connected on a last-minute minor deal before the deadline. Washington dealt forward Graeme Clarke to Ottawa in exchange for center Wyatt Bongiovanni, per PuckPedia.

Ivan Miroshnichenko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6
Capitals Recall Ivan Miroshnichenko

Capitals Recall Ivan Miroshnichenko

The Washington Capitals will have a bit more opportunity available on offense after trading Nic Dowd to the Vegas Golden Knights on the eve of the Trade Deadline.

David Kampf News / Inside The Rink / March 6
Washington Capitals Acquire David Kampf

Washington Capitals Acquire David Kampf

The Washington Capitals and Vancouver Canucks made a deal for center David Kampf. Kampf is heading to the Capitals in return for a sixth-round draft pick.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 6
Trading John Carlson signals shift in focus for Capitals

Trading John Carlson signals shift in focus for Capitals

An end of an era arrived for the Washington Capitals on Friday.

Ducks acquire D John Carlson from Caps in late-night trade
The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz
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The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz
 The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz
The '1K-yard, 10-TD-catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The '1K-yard, 10-TD-catch NFL seasons' quiz
The '4,500-yard NFL passers' quiz
 The '4,500-yard NFL passers' quiz
The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 5
Are the Capitals looking to sell after Nic Dowd trade?

Are the Capitals looking to sell after Nic Dowd trade?

The Washington Capitals made a surprising trade on Thursday morning, shipping out center Nic Dowd to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for a 2029 second-round pick, a 2027 third-round pick and goaltending prospect Jesper Vikman.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 5
Capitals positioned to both buy and sell, says Pierre LeBrun

Capitals positioned to both buy and sell, says Pierre LeBrun

The Washington Capitals were the top team in the Eastern Conference in 2024-25. This year, they are currently four points outside of a playoff spot. The Caps need to decide on their direction as the NHL Trade Deadline approaches on Friday afternoon.

Ethen Frank News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 4
Capitals Sign Ethen Frank To Two-Year Extension

Capitals Sign Ethen Frank To Two-Year Extension

The Capitals announced they’ve signed winger Ethen Frank to a two-year, $4MM deal. He’ll count $2MM against the cap for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / March 1
Alexander Ovechkin inches closer to Wayne Gretzky for record

Alexander Ovechkin inches closer to Wayne Gretzky for overall scoring record

Washington Capitals icon Alexander Ovechkin is already regarded as the NHL's goal-scoring king, but he's actually on the verge of adding to his standing even more.

Sabres deliver big statement with impressive win over Lightning
Maple Leafs reportedly get first-round offer — and selling might be right move
Craig Berube's latest roster move is big news for Maple Leafs
Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews has forgotten what it means to be captain
The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz
Tom Wilson News / Yardbarker / February 15
Why IIHF made the wrong call in not suspending Team Canada's Tom Wilson after fight at Olympics

Why IIHF made the wrong call in not suspending Team Canada's Tom Wilson after fight at Olympics

It didn't take long for Washington Capitals right winger Tom Wilson to lose his temper at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

Ugly Kevin Fiala injury highlights risk NHL takes at Olympics
The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

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