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Capitals' Ryan Leonard Suffers Long-Term Injury After Nasty Hit

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Capitals’ Ryan Leonard to miss ‘extended period of time’

The Washington Capitals will be without one of their young forwards for a stretch of games, as the team announced Sunday morning that forward Ryan Leonard has been placed on injured reserve.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / December 7

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NHL News / Field Level Media / December 7

Fresh off wild game, Jackets face quick turnaround vs. Capitals

The Columbus Blue Jackets do not have a long time to stew about a disappointing setback with Sunday's clash at the Washington Capitals on the docket. The Blue Jackets arrive in Washington, D.C.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Spencer Carbery News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 6

Spencer Carbery drops worrying injury update on Capitals star rookie

Not only were the Washington Capitals defeated by a 4-3 score in a shootout during Friday evening’s game at Honda Center, but they also lost rookie forward Ryan Leonard following a controversial hit delivered by Ducks defenseman Jacob Trouba late in the opening 20 minutes of play.

Washington Capitals News / Athlon Sports / December 6

Capitals Call Out Jacob Trouba's Headshot on Ryan Leonard

The Washington Capitals closed their road trip in Anaheim without rookie Ryan Leonard after the 20-year-old departed late in the first period. Leonard exited bloodied following a blindside hit from Ducks defenseman Jacob Trouba, leaving Washington to skate with 11 forwards for the remainder of the game.

Ryan Leonard News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 6

Capitals’ Ryan Leonard out with an upper-body injury

After last night’s shootout loss against the Anaheim Ducks, Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery updated the media, saying that forward Ryan Leonard is “going to be out” with upper-body injuries (via Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post).

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 6

Key Capitals rookie ruled out of Ducks clash with injury

The Washington Capitals are coming off a win over the San Jose Sharks. And they hoped to continue their winning ways against the formidable Anaheim Ducks.

Jakob Chychrun News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

Senators Were Still Right to Trade Jakob Chychrun

Jakob Chychrun is having a career year with the Washington Capitals this season. As of Dec. 3, he is on pace to reach 30 goals and 69 points, shattering his previous bests of 20 goals and 47 points, which he set last season, his first season with the Capitals.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / December 5

NHL Predictions: December 5th Washington Capitals vs Anaheim Ducks

Welcome back to another edition of 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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 4

Capitals menacing opponents ahead of Ducks matchup

The Anaheim Ducks will try to cool off Ryan Leonard and the visiting Washington Capitals when the teams meet Friday night. Leonard, a 20-year-old rookie, had two goals and two assists in the surging Capitals' 7-1 win against the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday.

Justin Sourdif News / Daily Faceoff / December 4

Capitals’ Justin Sourdif to miss ‘little bit of time’ with lower-body injury

Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery announced after Wednesday’s 7-1 win over the San Jose Sharks that winger Justin Sourdif will miss “a little bit of time” with a lower-body injury.

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / December 4

Capitals Prospects Report: Lakovic, Protas, Hutson, World Juniors & More

The Washington Capitals have a deep pool of highly talented prospects eager to take their spots in the NHL lineup. Players like 2025 first-round pick Lynden Lakovic, Hershey Bears star Ilya Protas, and collegiate player Cole Hutson (among others) have been having stellar seasons with their respective teams.

Alexander Ovechkin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 4

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin closer to breaking record amid multi-goal night vs. Sharks

At 40 years old, Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin can still be unstoppable on the ice. Just ask the San Jose Sharks, who got destroyed by Ovechkin and the Caps Wednesday night at SAP Center at San Jose to the tune of a 7-1 score.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 4

Capitals Roll Past Sharks for Sixth Straight Win

The Washington Capitals controlled every period — highlighted by a four-point night from Ryan Leonard and two goals from Alex Ovechkin — in a dominant 7-1 win over the San Jose Sharks.

Tom Wilson News / Daily Faceoff / December 1

Does Tom Wilson deserve a spot on Canada’s Olympic team?

Hockey Canada has a set of difficult decisions to make as the deadline for finalizing their roster for the Olympic Games in February in Italy approaches.

Washington Capitals News / Breakaway on SI / December 1

Capitals' Logan Thompson Sneakily Becoming Star Goaltender

Logan Thompson has quietly been helping his Washington Capitals rise in the Eastern Conference standings as he has led the team to three wins in the final week of November.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 30

NHL Predictions: Nov 30 Washington Capitals vs New York Islanders

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 28

NHL Predictions: November 28th Toronto Maple Leafs at Washington Capitals

The Toronto Maple Leafs head to the U.S. capital for a matchup with the Washington Capitals, with both teams looking to build on wins from their previous outings.

Dylan Strome News / NHL Trade Talk / November 21

Dylan Strome Shares Emotional Story, Praising 'Warrior of a Wife'

Washington Capitals’ forward Dylan Strome spoke with the media after a win over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night, saying, “I’ve got some news for everyone.” He went on to explain, “My warrior of a wife had our third daughter while we were on the ice, so… I’m really proud of her.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / November 20