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Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Names Penguins Legend as Favorite Player Ever

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin has spent most of his NHL career on the opposite side of one of hockey’s fiercest rivalries. The Capitals superstar became forever linked with Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby after both entered the league as back-to-back No.

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3 Questions the Capitals Must Answer Before the Season Begins

After acquiring highly-priced wingers Alex Tuch and Jordan Kyrou this offseason, the Washington Capitals made it abundantly clear that missing the playoffs during the remainder of Alex Ovechkin’s NHL career is not an option.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / July 30

Alex Ovechkin’s next record could arrive much sooner than anyone realizes

Here is the strange part about Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky’s goals record: He is already close to doing it again.

Patrick Kane's Blackhawks return must be more than a homecoming story

Macklin Celebrini contract extension confirms the NHL is changing

What is Matthew Schaefer going to make? His contract will shock people

The Torch: Naming the best player for every year in NHL history

The five most mediocre NHL teams of the past 10 years

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / July 30

Spencer Carbery Details Plans for Washington Capitals Newcomers

After missing the playoffs last season, the Washington Capitals had to make some strategic moves to set themselves up for success ahead of this season.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 26

Capitals’ perfect trade target amid 2026 NHL Free Agency

The Washington Capitals had a massive offseason. They made multiple trades, bringing in Jordan Kyrou and Alex Tuch. The Caps also signed Boone Jenner and Vincent Desharnais.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Washington Capitals News / NHLFanCentral / July 26

NHL reporter impressed with Capitals’ offseason roster additions

The Washington Capitals finished last season without making it to the playoffs. While they scored average with a 43-30-9 record, according to an analyst, they scored well in the offseason to address the mistakes this season.

Spencer Carbery News / NHLFanCentral / July 24

Capitals Coach Spencer Carbery explains why new additions could transform Washington: ‘Feels really good’

This week, the Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery broke down the team’s recent offseason moves. This comes right after they missed the 2026 playoffs.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

Washington Capitals 2026-27 Roster Projection 1.0: New Wingers Creating Lineup Chaos

It’s already been a busy offseason for Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick, who has overhauled the top end of the forward group while adding some insurance to the defense.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

Capitals’ Cole Hutson and Andrew Cristall Invited to 2026 NHLPA Rookie Showcase

Two members of the Washington Capitals organization have been invited to the 2026 NHLPA Rookie Showcase in Chicago, Illinois, next week. Defenseman Cole

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

Dylan Strome Feels He and the Capitals Are Set to Bounce Back

The Washington Capitals have made one thing abundantly clear this offseason: they will do whatever it takes to be a serious Stanley Cup contender in 2026-27.

Washington Capitals News / NHLFanCentral / July 23

Ex-Capitals Defenseman Believes Tom Wilson Is a Truly One-of-a-Kind NHL Player

Former Washington Capitals defenseman Steve Oleksy spent parts of two seasons as a depth defenseman with the Washington Capitals. And if anyone asks him

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Washington Capitals News / NHLFanCentral / July 21

Washington Capitals’ Forward Reveals What It Means to Be Teammates With Alex Ovechkin

While the former Columbus Blue Jackets captain Boone Jenner changed rosters, there came his honest admission about being NHL icon Alex Ovechkin’s teammate.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / July 21

Alex Ovechkin’s uncertain future creates an awkward problem for Capitals

Ovechkin will play another season for the Washington Capitals. Anything beyond that remains a mystery, even to him.

Can the Capitals realistically chase another Stanley Cup while Alex Ovechkin chases 1,000 career goals?

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

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The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

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The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

The '4-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

Alexander Ovechkin News / NHLFanCentral / July 20

Alex Ovechkin’s Wife Explains Why She’s Glad the NHL Legend Chose Hockey Over Football

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final gave fans plenty of exciting moments on the field. It also gave Alex Ovechkin and his wife, Anastasia, a fun moment off the field.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / July 19

Key Games & Takeaways From the Capitals’ 2026-27 Schedule

The Washington Capitals revealed their 2026-27 season schedule this week, dropping the details in a video showcasing Alex Ovechkin scoring on each opponent.

NHL News / NHLFanCentral / July 18

Alex Ovechkin Set for Star-Studded 2026 Match of the Year With Team Sergachev

Before entering his 22nd season with the Washington Capitals, NHL phenom Alex Ovechkin is all geared up for the 2026 Match of the Year in Russia. On July 25, Ovechkin will take the ice for the annual charity game, pitting Russian and Belarusian NHL and KHL stars.

Connor McMichael News / Field Level Media / July 17

Blues sign F Connor McMichael to 6-year, $40.5M contract

The St. Louis Blues signed newly acquired forward Connor McMichael to a six-year, $40.5 million contract on Thursday. McMichael, 25, was a restricted free agent who had filed for salary arbitration on July 5.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 16

Blues lock up Connor McMichael with a six-year deal

The St. Louis Blues haven't have a chance to watch McMichael suit up in uniform during the regular season, but the team's management already knows this much: It wasn't about to let him sniff free agency.

Blues re-sign F Oskar Sundqvist to 1-year contract

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker / July 16

Can the Capitals realistically chase another Stanley Cup while Alex Ovechkin chases 1,000 career goals?

Are Ovechkin's pursuit of a milestone and the Capitals' pursuit of a Stanley Cup mutually exclusive? Or are the complementary?

Blues lock up Connor McMichael with a six-year deal

Canadiens re-sign Kirby Dach

Could Macklin Celebrini take a pay cut on his next contract?

Patrick Kane between Sabres, Blackhawks as free-agent destinations

Five most intriguing NHL home openers

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 15

Patrick Kane could be down to two teams, but how much will he help?

Patrick Kane is one of the more prominent NHL free agents still available this summer, and it sounds like he could be choosing between two teams when it comes to his next destination.

Jason Robertson has quietly taken control of the Stars' future

Three-time Stanley Cup champion Steve Yzerman stepping down as GM marks needed leadership change for Red Wings

Five NHL players in danger of negative regression in 2026-27

Five most intriguing NHL home openers

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz