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A Capitals Fan’s Guide to the 2026 Winter Olympic Hockey Tournament

The Winter Olympic Games officially kick off Feb. 6, and hockey fans around the world are eager to watch some of their favorite players take the ice and represent their home nations.

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Capitals’ Logan Thompson drops Olympic truth bomb ahead of Team Canada debut

Logan Thompson didn’t look any worse for wear when he made his return from a four-game absence on Thursday night, making 27 saves to help the Washington Capitals beat the Nashville Predators, 4-2, in both teams’ final contest before the Olympic break.

Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Field Level Media / February 5

Pierre-Luc Dubois scores in return as Capitals power past Predators

Jakob Chychrun scored twice in a three-point performance and Pierre-Luc Dubois netted one goal and one assist in his first game in more than three months to lead the host Washington Capitals to a 4-2 victory over the Nashville Predators on Thursday.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / February 5

Watch: Washington Capitals Olympic Send Off Ceremony

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How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Breakaway on SI / February 5

Capitals HC Explains Timing Behind Pierre-Luc Dubois Return

Pierre-Luc Dubois will play his first game since October 31 when the Washington Capitals host the Nashville Predators tonight. The 27-year-old center underwent surgery in early November to repair injuries to his abdominal and adductor muscles, sidelining him for what became a three-month recovery process.

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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

Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / February 5

Capitals F Pierre-Luc Dubois returns to lineup after 47-game absence

Washington Capitals forward Pierre-Luc Dubois will return Thursday against the visiting Nashville Predators after missing 47 games following surgery to repair injuries to his abdominal and adductor muscles, the team said.

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 5

Washington Capitals Activate Pierre-Luc Dubois

The Washington Capitals announced today that forward Pierre-Luc Dubois has been activated off injured reserve and will play tonight. Dubois has not played since October and has been recovering from abdominal surgery that he underwent in early November.

Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Daily Faceoff / February 5

Capitals’ Pierre-Luc Dubois returns to lineup after 47 game absence

The Washington Capitals are getting a boost to their lineup right before the Olympic break, as center Pierre-Luc Dubois is set to return to the lineup for Thursday’s game against the Nashville Predators.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Breakaway on SI / February 4

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Surprises Figure Skater With Gift Before Olympics

While he remains focused on the remainder of his NHL career with the Washington Capitals, league star and Russia's Alex Ovechkin has previously competed in three prior Olympics — 2006, 2010 and 2014.

Bogdan Trineyev News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 4

Capitals Reassign Bogdan Trineyev

The Capitals announced they’ve reassigned winger Bogdan Trineyev to AHL Hershey. Today is the last day for teams to send players down to the minors before amended eligibility rules kick in during the Olympic roster freeze, which begins at 2:00 pm Central.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

Capitals on 3-Game Win Streak: What’s Working?

The Washington Capitals seem to have gotten back on track after over a month of limited success. After a stretch of just two wins in nine games, the team has emerged victorious in three straight.

NHL News / EasySportz / February 3

Metro Mania in Philly: Capitals vs. Flyers Preview for Feb. 3

PHILADELPHIA — The Washington Capitals skate into Xfinity Mobile Arena on Tuesday night fresh off a convincing 4–1 win over the Islanders, looking to extend their surge as they visit the Philadelphia Flyers, who had a rare night off on Monday.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

NHL Predictions: February 3rd, Washington Capitals vs Philadelphia Flyers

Welcome to another NHL Predictions. Each day, here at Last Word On Hockey, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for NHL games. For this edition, we take a look at the Washington Capitals facing the Philadelphia Flyers.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / February 3

Ascending Capitals take aim at free-falling Flyers

With 25 games left in their season, the Washington Capitals mentally are in postseason mode. The Capitals will look to extend their winning streak to four games Tuesday night when they visit the slumping Philadelphia Flyers.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 3

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin surges past Wayne Gretzky on another NHL all-time list

It has been an up-and-down season for the Washington Capitals, but throughout the ride, Alex Ovechkin has continued to make NHL history. The all-time goals leader in NHL history scored his 20th goal of the season, moving into second all-time for most 20-goal seasons.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 2

Capitals rally for convincing win over Islanders

Martin Fehervary and Anthony Beauvillier scored 31 seconds apart in the second period, and rookie Clay Stevenson stopped 31 shots, as the Washington Capitals rallied for a 4-1 victory over the visiting New York Islanders on Monday night.

Matt Roy News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 2

Washington Capitals Activate Matt Roy

The Washington Capitals have activated Matt Roy off of injured reserve, per The Hockey News’ Sammi Silber. In a corresponding move, the team placed netminder Logan Thompson on injured reserve.

NHL News / EasySportz / February 2

Monday in the Metro: Islanders vs. Capitals Preview for Jan 2.

WASHINGTON — The New York Islanders invade the nation’s capital Monday night to take on the Washington Capitals in what’s shaping up to be a lively midweek rivalry game with playoff implications and a fair share of pride on the line.

Charlie Lindgren News / Daily Faceoff / February 2

Capitals’ Charlie Lindgren out through Olympic break with injury that’s 'not long-term'

The Washington Capitals got a bit more clarity with their crease on Monday, as it appears that Charlie Lindgren will be out through the Olympic break, although his injury isn’t considered long-term.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / January 31

Capitals’ Connor McMichael week-to-week, Logan Thompson out day-to-day

A couple of players are going to miss a little bit more time. When speaking to the media on Saturday, Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery revealed that forward Connor McMichael is out week-to-week with an upper-body injury.

Charlie Lindgren News / NHL Trade Talk / January 30

Wild Scene as Lindgren Wins Shootout After Injury

Charlie Lindgren delivered one of the wildest “hockey guy” moments of the 2025-26 season Thursday night in Detroit, pulling out one of the gutsiest performances in recent NHL memory.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 30

Capitals’ Logan Thompson suffers injury 2 weeks before Olympics

Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson is day-to-day as he is dealing with an upper-body injury, head coach Spencer Carbery confirmed Thursday. The timing is far from ideal, with the Winter Olympics less than two weeks away.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 29

Patrick Kane becomes top-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history

Red Wings' Patrick Kane passes Hall of Famer Mike Modano to become top-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history

Just a couple of weeks after joining the 500-goal club, Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane reached another major milestone on Thursday night.

Three logical trade destinations for Rangers' Artemi Panarin

Goaltender Alex Lyon sets club mark as hot Sabres beat Kings

Bruins' Pavel Zacha leaves game with an upper-body injury

Hurricanes pull off historic comeback win against Mammoth

Two of the best teams in the West to face off in 2027 Stadium Series

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / January 28

How Can the Capitals Contend for Playoffs?

It’s been an up-and-down season for the Washington Capitals. The team that was once first in the Metropolitan Division has now dropped out of playoff contention entirely and sits sixth in the Eastern Conference.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Breakaway on SI / January 26

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Closing in on Another Historic Milestone

History is something Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin has become quite accustomed to over the past several years. Last season, he surpassed Wayne Gretzky as hockey’s greatest goal scorer — a feat few thought ever possible — after netting a second-period goal against the New York Islanders on April 7, 2025.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / January 24

Capitals Prospect Roundup: Hutson & Parascak Leading an Impressive Prospect Pool

The Washington Capitals find themselves in a dogfight in the standings of the Metropolitan Division with 56 points through 52 games played. The Carolina Hurricanes, Washington’s opponent in the second round last spring, is the only team to surge away from the grouping with 67 points through 51 games.