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Capitals’ Nic Dowd out day-to-day with upper-body injury

A notable veteran asset down the middle is going to miss another game. When speaking to the media, Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery revealed that forward Nic Dowd will not be in the lineup when the team hosts the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday night and is out day-to-day with an upper-body injury.

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Lightning, Capitals attempt to avoid emotional letdown

The Tampa Bay Lightning and Washington Capitals are coming off incredibly emotional victories as they meet for the final time in the regular season Saturday night in the nation's capital.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / November 21

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Washington Capitals News / HITC / November 21

Michael Kim ranks the PGA Tour courses he loves most, and the three he dislikes most

Despite playing many of the world’s greatest venues, the PGA Tour winner shared on social media which layouts sit firmly at the bottom of his personal ranking — and which ones he considers the very best.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

The 'Active 40-goal NHL season leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / November 21

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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.

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.

Tom Wilson News / Athlon Sports / November 21

Capitals' Tom Wilson NHL Punishment Update Emerges After Canadiens Game

The Montreal Canadiens absorbed another hit both on and off the ice Thursday night during an 8–4 loss to the Washington Capitals that extended their losing streak to five games.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / November 21

Alex Ovechkin Passes Joe Sakic to Become 10th All-Time in Points

Alex Ovechkin continued to make NHL history on Nov. 20, cracking the top 10 in all-time points. With his four points in the Washington Capitals’ 8-4 victory over the Montreal Canadiens, Ovechkin passed Joe Sakic on the all-time list, reaching 1,642 points in his career.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / November 21

Tom Wilson Is the Capitals’ MVP So Far This Season

With two goals in Wednesday night’s game against the Edmonton Oilers, Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson solidified himself in team history. With his first goal of the game, he passed Bobby Carpenter for all-time goals, putting himself in the top 10.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Stadium Rant / November 21

Alex Ovechkin Etches His Name Into NHL Recordbooks During Washington Capitals Victory

In a year that has been defined by just how far Alex Ovechkin can stretch the limits of greatness, the 40-year-old climbed a couple more lists during Thursday’s victory.

Michael Kim News / HITC / November 21

Why Michael Kim says PGA and DP World Tour golfers face very different challenges

Michael Kim has had a closer look at both the PGA Tour and the DP World Tour after spending part of 2025 playing in various events around the globe. While most American PGA Tour players typically take an extended break following the FedEx Cup Playoffs in August, Kim chose to stay active, playing tournaments across different countries instead.

Alexander Ovechkin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 21

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin joins exclusive club with 1 other player after epic hat trick

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin kept the history books busy with a show-stopping performance in Thursday night’s 8-4 road victory over the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre.

Dylan Strome News / ESPN / November 21

Caps' Strome learns during game wife gave birth

Capitals center Dylan Strome reflected on the emotions of learning during the first intermission Thursday that his wife, Tayler, had given birth to their third daughter.

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The '2025 NFL draft QB class' quiz

The 'Active 300-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

The '2022 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'NFL single-game completions leaders' quiz

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / November 21

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Alexander Ovechkin News / NHL Trade Talk / November 20

Alex Ovechkin Climbs Into Top 10 All-Time With Hat Trick Night

Alex Ovechkin continues to set records and had another incredible outing on Thursday night. The 40-year-old legend dropped his 33rd career hat trick on the Montreal Canadiens and, in the process, officially passed Joe Sakic to move into 10th place on the NHL’s all-time points list with 1,643.

Alexander Ovechkin News / The Hockey Writers / November 20

Ovechkin Powers Capitals to 8-4 Rout of Canadiens with Hat Trick

For about 55 minutes, the rematch of last spring’s first-round matchup between the Washington Capitals and Montreal Canadiens lived up to the hype in a tightly contested affair.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Field Level Media / November 20

Alex Ovechkin's 33rd hat trick lifts Capitals over Canadiens

Alex Ovechkin scored his 33rd career hat trick and added an assist, and the Washington Capitals beat the Canadiens 8-4 in Montreal on Thursday night. Ovechkin extended his goal streak to four games in the first meeting between the teams since Washington eliminated Montreal four games to one in a Stanley Cup Playoff first-round series last April.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / November 20

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin starting to heat up with first hat trick of season

Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin was off to a slow start this season, scoring just three goals in his first 15 games.

Panthers goalie Sergei Bobrovsky shuts out Devils to move up all-time list

Tage Thompson rips his team: 'Lack of respect for the game of hockey'

Lowly Maple Leafs still have hope to salvage their season

Maple Leafs should address offensive needs with this Penguins forward

Gary Bettman denies conspiracy theory about NHL expansion

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / November 20

The Habs Are Back At Home To Take On The Capitals Tonight

The Montreal Canadiens (10-6-3) enter tonight’s rematch of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals from last year against the Washington Capitals (10-8-2), hoping to finally put an end to their 4-game losing streak.

Washington Capitals News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

What Michael Kim Just Revealed About the PGA and DP World Tour Is a Must-Read

Michael Kim has revealed some interesting things about the PGA Tour and the DP World Tour. The 32-year-old only played five DP World Tour events but insists that it is enough of a sample size to compare with his PGA Tour experience.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 14

Devils make notable roster move amid Jack Hughes injury

With Friday's news that the New Jersey Devils will be without Jack Hughes for at least one game due to a freak accident at a team dinner, the Devils needed another body for their upcoming game against the Washington Capitals.

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Patrick Wellar News / Daily Faceoff / November 12