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Capitals’ Ethen Frank leaves game against Avalanche with lower-body injury

Capitals’ Ethen Frank leaves game against Avalanche with lower-body injury

The Washington Capitals announced on social media that center Ethen Frank left Sunday’s game against the Colorado Avalanche with a lower-body injury and would not return.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 21
Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 21
Logan Thompson News / Field Level Media / March 20
Logan Thompson stops 30 shots as Capitals nip Devils

Logan Thompson stops 30 shots as Capitals nip Devils

Logan Thompson made 30 saves for the Washington Capitals in a 2-1 win against the visiting New Jersey Devils on Friday. Ryan Leonard and Aliaksei Protas scored for the Capitals (35-27-8, 78 points), who are 3-0-1 in their past four games.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / March 19
Capitals eager to continue strong homestand vs. Devils

Capitals eager to continue strong homestand vs. Devils

The Washington Capitals have enjoyed the comforts of home lately and aim to keep doing so when they host the New Jersey Devils on Friday. The Capitals (34-27-8, 76 points) are 7-1-1 in their past nine games as the hosts after a 4-1 win against the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday.

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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

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 19
Alexander Ovechkin News / Daily Faceoff / March 19
Could an Alex Ovechkin retirement announcement come in the summer?

Could an Alex Ovechkin retirement announcement come in the summer?

Alex Ovechkin is set to finish his five-year deal this summer – and as a 40-year-old, retirement is obviously a hot topic. But with the Washington Capitals still seemingly in the playoff hunt, we haven’t heard whether or not this will be Ovi’s final NHL season.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 19
Cole Hutson shines in NHL debut for Capitals

Cole Hutson shines in NHL debut for Capitals

The Washington Capitals‘ dreams of the Stanley Cup Playoffs may be fading, but there remains a glimmer of hope after a 4-1 win over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 19
Watch Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin score historic 450th home goal to pass Gordie Howe

Watch Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin score historic 450th home goal to pass Gordie Howe

The Washington Capitals cruised to a 4-1 win versus the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night at Capital One Arena, spotlighted by a historic milestone from captain Alex Ovechkin.

Cole Hutson News / ESPN / March 19

Hutson admits debut jitters, scores in Caps' win

Capitals rookie Cole Hutson admitted feeling "so scared" in his first NHL game but looked poised in his 16:22 of playing time, including netting his first goal in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the Senators.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 18
NHL News / Field Level Media / March 18
Capitals grab key late-season win over Senators

Capitals grab key late-season win over Senators

Cole Hutson scored in his NHL debut for Washington, putting an exclamation mark on the Capitals' 4-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday. Alex Ovechkin, Tom Wilson and Aliaksei Protas also scored for Washington (34-27-8, 76 points), which has won two of its last three.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Daily Faceoff / March 18
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin ties NHL record for most 25-goal seasons

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin ties NHL record for most 25-goal seasons

Alex Ovechkin continues to build on his legacy as the best goal-scorer in NHL history. The Washington Capitals‘ captain scored his 25th goal of the season during Wednesday’s game against the Ottawa Senators, and in doing so, he’s tied the NHL record for most 25-goal seasons in NHL history.

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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 / WashingtonCaps.com / March 17
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Capitals Sign Former Second-Round Pick to Entry-Level Deal

Capitals Sign Former Second-Round Pick to Entry-Level Deal

The Washington Capitals have signed Cole Hutson to a three-year entry-level contract beginning this season. The defenseman will have a contract that carries an average annual value of $975,000 — the max for an entry-level deal.

Washington Capitals News / Last Word On Sports / March 15
The Washington Capitals Sign Skilled Defenceman to ELC

The Washington Capitals Sign Skilled Defenceman to ELC

The Washington Capitals sign a top NHL prospect to his first professional contract today. The defenceman Cole Hutson’s entry-level contract is for three years. Let’s discuss this deal of the Capitals.

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.

David Kampf News / The Hockey Writers / March 10
Get to Know the Newest Washington Capital: David Kampf

Get to Know the Newest Washington Capital: David Kampf

David Kampf was recently acquired by the Washington Capitals at the 2026 Trade Deadline when the Vancouver Canucks traded him for a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft.

Nic Dowd News / Breakaway on SI / March 5
Capitals Locker Room Sour on Nic Dowd Trade

Capitals Locker Room Sour on Nic Dowd Trade

The Washington Capitals are just four points out of a playoff spot. On paper, the season is not over and a championship, though distant and hard to achieve, is still on the table.

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.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / February 15
Why IIHF made the wrong call in not suspending Team Canada's Tom Wilson after fight at Olympics

Why IIHF made the wrong call in not suspending Team Canada's Tom Wilson after fight at Olympics

It didn't take long for Washington Capitals right winger Tom Wilson to lose his temper at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

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