Seven Questions (and Answers) About the Washington Capitals

Earlier this fall, the fine folks at DC Pro Sports Report asked me to participate in a survey of Media and Internet writers answering seven "easy" questions.  It was an honor to be asked to be part of the group, the best and the brightest covering the Capitals in the electronic media.  Thanks very much to DC Pro Sports Report for putting the survey together and asking me for my opinion. 1)  Will the Caps three-peat as SE Division Champs? 2)  Will the Caps make it to the finals? 3)  If and when will Semyon Varlamov wrestle the starting goalie position from Jose Theodore? 4)  Each year there seems to be a surprise offensive player.  Who could that be this season? 5)  What player—or type of player—do the Caps need to win the Cup? 6)  What impact will 2008 first round pick John Carlson make on the Caps this season? 7)  Rank the SE Division standings. Here are my answers: 1)  Yes.  Carolina has t...