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Capitals News & Notes: Playoff Odds, Ovechkin’s 32nd Hat Trick & Eye-Popping Stats From Hutson’s Debut

Capitals News & Notes: Playoff Odds, Ovechkin’s 32nd Hat Trick & Eye-Popping Stats From Hutson’s Debut

The Washington Capitals visit the Vegas Golden Knights for some “Capitals After Dark” action on Saturday night for Game 74 of their NHL schedule. Washington’s postseason hopes are hanging on by a thread, but the Capitals are still in the bloodbath that is the Eastern Conference playoff picture.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / March 27
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin moves into fourth all-time in NHL hat tricks

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin moves into fourth all-time in NHL hat tricks

It’s another milestone in the illustrious career of the GR8. 

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The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

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How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Alexander Ovechkin News / Field Level Media / March 27
Alex Ovechkin's hat trick powers Capitals' rally against Mammoth

Alex Ovechkin's hat trick powers Capitals' rally against Mammoth

Alex Ovechkin produced his 34th career hat trick and the Washington Capitals rallied from a two-goal deficit to a 7-4 win against the Utah Mammoth on Thursday night in Salt Lake City.

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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

Cole Hutson News / ESPN / March 26

'Changing of the guard': Cole Hutson poised to take big role in next wave for the Capitals

When the new era of Caps hockey begins, the young defenseman will be at the forefront.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / March 25
Checking in on the Capitals’ 2025 Draft Selections

Checking in on the Capitals’ 2025 Draft Selections

In the 2025 NHL Entry Draft in Los Angeles, the Washington Capitals made five selections from a talented class of junior hockey players. They had one first-round pick and four picks in the subsequent rounds.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 24
Capitals’ Dubois ejected after tackling Blues’ Thomas

Capitals’ Dubois ejected after tackling Blues’ Thomas

A rather reckless play led to a veteran being sent to the showers early. During a game between the Washington Capitals and St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night, Capitals forward Pierre-Luc Dubois was ejected from the game after tackling Blues forward Robert Thomas.

Hendrix Lapierre News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 24
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 24
NHL Predictions: Washington Capitals vs St. Louis Blues, March 24th

NHL Predictions: Washington Capitals vs St. Louis Blues, March 24th

Welcome back to NHL Predictions here at Last Word On Hockey. This is where we provide analysis, insights, and predictions for upcoming NHL games. Tonight, the St.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 24
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NHL News / Field Level Media / March 23
Capitals' playoff hopes on thin ice as road trip begins at Blues

Capitals' playoff hopes on thin ice as road trip begins at Blues

The Washington Capitals bid to keep their slim postseason hopes alive when they open a three-game road trip at the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday. The Blues (28-30-11, 67 points) also remain on the fringes of playoff contention and will be opening a three-game homestand.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 22
Alex Ovechkin joins Wayne Gretzky in another exclusive club

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin joins Wayne Gretzky in another exclusive club in loss to Avalanche

Hockey Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky once again has to make room for Washington Capitals left winger Alex Ovechkin. 

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Capitals Debuting Newest Rookie Against Senators

Capitals Debuting Newest Rookie Against Senators

The Washington Capitals have announced that Cole Hutson will be making his NHL debut against the Ottawa Senators on the evening of March 18. Hutson signed a three-year entry-level contract on March 15 to begin his season.

Cole Hutson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 17
Capitals’ Cole Hutson preparing for first NHL game; ‘I’ll probably be in shock’

Capitals’ Cole Hutson preparing for first NHL game; ‘I’ll probably be in shock’

With the playoff race heating up, the Washington Capitals have called in reinforcements. Fresh off finishing his sophomore season at Boston University, defenseman Cole Hutson will likely make his NHL debut for the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night against the Ottawa Senators.

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 15
Capitals To Sign Cole Hutson To Entry-Level Contract

Capitals To Sign Cole Hutson To Entry-Level Contract

According to ESPN’s Kevin Weekes, the Washington Capitals are signing defenseman prospect Cole Hutson to his entry-level contract. The Capitals have yet to confirm the signing.

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.

Trevor van Riemsdyk News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 28
Capitals Looking To Move Trevor Van Riemsdyk

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.

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