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NHL Rumours: The Washington Capitals Want to Bounce Back After Missing Out on Big Free Agent
Welcome back to another summertime edition of NHL Rumours from us here at Last Word On Hockey. Today we shall delve into the situation surrounding the team led by the all-time leading goal scorer, Alex Ovechkin’s Washington Capitals.
Ted Leonsis News / WashingtonCaps.com / July 9
The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz
Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?
Nick Leivermann News / Inside The Rink / July 9
AHL: Hershey Bears Re-Sign Nick Leivermann
The Hershey Bears are bringing back a defenseman as they re-signed defenseman Nick Leivermann to an AHL contract for the 2025-26 season. In 37 games this season, he recorded 16 points on three goals and 13 assists.
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
Hockey might be the official sport of Canada, but the United States has also produced some elite talent. With that in mind, here's our list of the 25 best U.S.-born players, listed in alphabetical order.
Alexander Ovechkin News / House of Hockey / July 8
Alex Ovechkin Updates Retirement Rumours Ahead of Possible Final NHL Season
2024/25 was a historic season for Alex Ovechkin, and after passing Wayne Gretzky, he has revealed his retirement plans for after the 2025/26 NHL campaign.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8
Strategic drafting will keep Capitals competitive for years to come
The Washington Capitals seemed well on their way towards reclusion a few seasons ago. They managed to win the first Stanley Cup in franchise history in 2018 — but by 2022, only eight members of the Cup-winning roster were still in Washington.
Sheldon Rempal News / Inside The Rink / July 8
Washington Capitals Sign 29 Year-Old Forward
The Washington Capitals signed 29-year-old forward Sheldon Rempal last night. He returns to North American hockey after spending the 2024-25 season in the KHL with Salavat Yulaev Ufa.
Hendrix Lapierre News / Inside The Rink / July 7
Washington Capitals Re-Sign Two-Time Calder Cup Champion
The Washington Capitals earlier today re-signed one of their forward prospects. The Capitals re-signed forward Hendrix Lapierre to a one-year, one-way contract with an $850,000 AAV.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 6
Capitals to ‘explore’ trade market after striking out in free agency
The Washington Capitals continue to explore ways to strengthen their roster, heading into next season. Washington is very interested in exploring the trade market, per NHL.com.
Superstar athletes whose careers ended with a whimper
Let's take a look at some great careers that ended on less than stellar notes.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / July 6
Capitals GM 'Really Excited' by Prospect Performance at Development Camp
The Washington Capitals wrapped up the 2025 Capitals Development Camp on Saturday with a 3-on-3 hockey tournament. The camp event provides Capitals prospects with hands-on coaching time for skill development and fundamental hockey skills training.
Hendrix Lapierre News / Daily Faceoff / July 5
Report: Capitals re-sign Hendrix Lapierre to one-year contract
According to PuckPedia, the Washington Capitals re-signed forward Hendrix Lapierre to a one-year contract. The deal carries a cap hit of $850,000 through the 2025-26 season.
Nikolaj Ehlers News / House of Hockey / July 5
Washington Capitals GM Reveals Trade Plans After Missing Out on Nikolaj Ehlers
The Washington Capitals missed out on some big names in free agency, and now their GM has revealed their plans to improve the team as a result. This off-season has been full of moves, but one team that has been quiet has been the Washington Capitals, who come off a surprising 2024/25 campaign that ended in heartbreak in the second round.
Lynden Lakovic News / The Hockey Writers / July 5
Capitals Sign Lynden Lakovic to Entry Level Contract
The Washington Capitals wasted little time in agreeing to a three-year, entry-level contract with Lynden Lakovic. The 27th overall selection in the 2025
Lynden Lakovic News / Last Word On Sports / July 5
Lynden Lakovic Signs Entry-Level Contract
The Washington Capitals announced Saturday that they have signed first-round pick Lynden Lakovic to a three-year, entry-level contract. The Capitals drafted Lakovic at last weekend’s NHL Entry Draft.
Lynden Lakovic News / Daily Faceoff / July 5
Capitals sign Lynden Lakovic to entry-level contract
The Washington Capitals have signed winger Lynden Lakovic to a three-year entry-level contract. Lakovic was the Capitals’ 27th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, and was eligible to sign his entry-level contract with the team as of July 1st.
Anthony Beauvillier News / Field Level Media / July 3
Capitals re-sign F Anthony Beauvillier to 2-year deal
The Washington Capitals brought back forward Anthony Beauvillier on a two-year, $5.5 million contract extension Thursday. The Capitals acquired Beauvillier from the rival Pittsburgh Penguins for a second-round draft pick back on March 7.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 3
Grading Capitals’ 2025 NHL Draft class
The 2025 NHL Draft has concluded, and draft day saw plenty of high-quality picks. As teams have shifted focus to the ongoing NHL Free Agency period, the bedrock of their future may have been decided at the NHL Draft.
Martin Fehervary News / Field Level Media / July 1
Capitals D Martin Fehervary inks $7-year, $42M extension
Washington Capitals defenseman Martin Fehervary signed a seven-year, $42 million contract extension on Tuesday. The extension begins with the 2026-27 season for Fehervary, who will make $2.675 million in the upcoming campaign to complete his existing three-year deal.
Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / June 28
Caps sign newly acquired F Justin Sourdif to 2-year deal
The Washington Capitals signed recently acquired forward Justin Sourdif to a two-year, $1.65 million contract on Saturday. The Capitals acquired Sourdif in a trade with the Florida Panthers on Thursday in exchange for a second-round draft pick in 2026 and a sixth-rounder in 2027.
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