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Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Closing In on Another Historic Milestone

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin netted his first goal of the season in a three-point performance over the Minnesota Wild. The 40-year-old sniper and all-time leader in goals scored now sits at 898 career goals.

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Alex Ovechkin nearing 900 club as Capitals host Canucks

Alex Ovechkin is two away from becoming the first player in NHL history with 900 goals as his Washington Capitals host the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday afternoon.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 18

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Alexander Ovechkin News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Nets 898th Goal in 5-1 Win over Wild

The Washington Capitals improved to 4-1-0 following a 5-1 win over the Minnesota Wild at Capital One Arena as the team debuted a brand-new alternate “Screaming Eagle” jersey on Friday night.

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Dylan Strome News / Field Level Media / October 17

Dylan Strome tallies four points as Capitals blast Wild

Dylan Strome had two goals with two assists, while Alex Ovechkin scored career goal 898 and also added an assist, as the Washington Capitals won their fourth straight, 5-1 over the visiting Minnesota Wild on Friday night.

Vincent Iorio News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

The Capitals Waving Iorio Was Poor Team Management

The Washington Capitals placed 22-year-old defenseman Vincent Iorio on waivers and lost him to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday. Iorio was the team’s top pick in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft and spent three years developing in the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Hershey Bears.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 17

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NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 17

Alex Ovechkin remains unsure on next season

Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: New York Rangers prospect Brennan Othmann didn’t crack the team out of camp and was sent back to the AHL. There have been talks with other teams since he was sent down.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 17

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Logan Thompson News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

Capitals’ Logan Thompson Has Had Unique Path to NHL Stardom

The Washington Capitals have one of the best goaltending tandems in the Eastern Conference in Logan Thompson and Charlie Lindgren. The pair propelled their

Washington Capitals News / HITC / October 17

Michael Kim goes 20 years without hitting a driver until DP World India Championship

The DP World India Championship has given the world’s best a test they’re not used to seeing. With 350-yard drives becoming more common, and courses that sometimes allow players to overpower them, this weekend requires an entirely different approach.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 16

Capitals' defense to be tested by explosive Wild power play

The Washington Capitals have found a solid, early-season rhythm that might provide enough momentum to halt their recent struggles against the Minnesota Wild.

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Vincent Iorio News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 16

Sharks claims former second-round defenseman from Capitals

The Sharks have claimed defenseman Vincent Iorio off waivers from the Capitals.

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Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / October 16

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Vincent Iorio News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Capitals place Vincent Iorio on waivers

The Washington Capitals have placed defenseman Vincent Iorio on waivers for Wednesday, October 15th. Iorio is now available to be claimed by the other 31 teams in the league.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14

Rangers make wrong kind of history with another shutout loss

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