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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 / Daily Faceoff / March 5
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
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.
Nic Dowd News / NHL Trade Talk / March 5
Washington Trades Veteran Leader Nic Dowd To Golden Knights
Following a post on X (formerly Twitter) by Darren Dreger this morning. If the post proves true, Nic Dowd is expected to be traded to the Vegas Golden Knights.
Washington Capitals News / Breakaway on SI / March 5
Capitals Veteran Defenseman Not Expected To Be Traded Before Deadline
The Washington Capitals are in a tight spot entering the NHL Trade Deadline coming up soon. Last season, they looked like this dominant team that could go through anybody and make their way to the Stanley Cup FInal and possibly win it.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 5
Capitals’ dream, nightmare scenario for 2026 NHL Trade Deadline
The Washington Capitals are about to make their first move of the NHL trade deadline. Trading Nic Dowd to the Vegas Golden Knights shows a commitment to sell the bit pieces on their roster.
Ethen Frank News / The Hockey Writers / March 4
Ethen Frank Lands 2-Year Contract Extension From Capitals
Ethen Frank signed a two-year, $4 million contract extension with the Washington Capitals on Wednesday morning. The extension carries an average annual value of $2 million and runs through 2027-28, and represents a $1.2 million increase on his current deal, which was set to expire following this season.
Ethen Frank News / Daily Faceoff / March 4
Capitals re-sign Ethen Frank to two-year contract extension
A young sniper has received a nice little payday. On Wednesday, Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick announced that the team has re-signed forward Ethen Frank to a two-year contract extension.
Ethen Frank News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 4
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 / Daily Faceoff / March 3
Why you can’t ignore the Capitals during their playoff push
After finishing with the second-best record in the NHL last season, the Washington Capitals have taken a step back in 2025-26, going into Tuesday with a 31-24-7 record and 69 points, fourth in the Metropolitan Division and two points back of a Wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference.
Washington Capitals News / Last Word On Sports / March 2
NHL Rumours: Future of Washington Capitals Defenceman
It’s time for some more NHL rumours. We’re nearing the NHL trade deadline on March 6 and that means plenty of hot stove chatter. General managers will be making plenty of moves before Friday.
NHL News / Field Level Media / March 2
Capitals, Mammoth each reeling from surprise lopsided losses
The Washington Capitals will look to rebound from a rare misstep and extend their home winning streak to six games on Tuesday when they host the Utah Mammoth.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / March 1
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.
Trevor van Riemsdyk News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 28
Capitals Looking To Move Trevor Van Riemsdyk
The Capitals are set to move on from pending unrestricted free agent defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk one way or another, Frank Seravalli of Victory+ writes.
NHL News / The Sick Podcast / February 28
Habs Looking To Get Back To Winning Ways VS. Capitals
The Montreal Canadiens (32-17-9) are looking to bounce back from Thursday’s heartbreaking overtime loss as they host the Washington Capitals (31-23-7) tonight at 7:00 pm ET.
NHL News / Field Level Media / February 28
Capitals aim for season sweep of Canadiens in 'crucial' game
Pierre-Luc Dubois will look to continue his impressive return from injury when the Washington Capitals visit the Montreal Canadiens in a battle of Eastern Conference playoff contenders on Saturday night.
NHL News / Yardbarker / February 26
Islanders' Matthew Schaefer continues special rookie season with record-setting performance
Winning the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery could turn out to be a major franchise-changing moment for the New York Islanders.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 26
Trade Deadline Primer: Washington Capitals
With the Olympic break over, the trade deadline is just over a week away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make? After looking at teams at the ends of the standings, we shift our focus to teams fighting for a playoff spot.
Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Washington Capitals: NHL Analyst Questions if Second Half of Season Will Be It for Alex Ovechkin's Career or Not
Washington Capitals legend Alex Ovechkin is 40 years old, and he is in the final year of his contract. When the 2025-26 season comes to an end, there will be many questions about his future in the NHL.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 23
1 player Capitals must trade before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline
The Washington Capitals were the best team in the Eastern Conference in 2024-25, but have not been as good this season. The Caps are 29-23-7 on the season, which places them fifth in the Metropolitan Division.
Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / February 23
Alex Ovechkin Makes Retirement Admission Amid 21st NHL
The Washington Capitals will return from the Olympic break trying to make a postseason push during the final stretch of the 2025–26 season. On top of questions about whether the Capitals will make the playoffs, there is uncertainty surrounding the future of captain Alex Ovechkin and his looming retirement.
Tom Wilson News / NHL Trade Talk / February 22
Tom Wilson steps up in gold medal game with massive hit
With the game notched at 0-0, Team Canada’s Tom Wilson delivered a massive, tone-setting hit on Team USA’s Dylan Larkin early in the gold medal game at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / February 20
Grading the Washington Capitals’ 2025-26 Newcomers
Though the Washington Capitals’ roster remains relatively unchanged since the 2024-25 season, three players have found their way into the lineup for the first time this season.
Tom Wilson News / Yardbarker / February 15
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.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / February 14
3 Players the Washington Capitals Should Move On From
The Washington Capitals haven’t had the successful season they had hoped for. They entered the Olympic break with a 29-23-7 record and without a playoff spot in the standings, though they were once first in the Metropolitan Division.
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