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Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / June 27
The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz
In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / June 27
Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / June 27
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / June 26
Capitals Draft Oliver Suvanto 18th Overall
With the 18th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Washington Capitals have selected Oliver Suvanto from Tappara Tampere of the Swedish Hockey League (SHL).
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / June 26
Capitals select Oliver Suvanto No. 18 overall in 2026 NHL Draft
Another dynamic two-way forward is off the board. The Washington Capitals selected Finnish center Oliver Suvanto with the Oliver Suvanto pick at the 2026 NHL Entry Draft Friday night at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, N.Y.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26
What kept Capitals’ Chris Patrick awake at night before Alex Tuch, Jordan Kyrou deals
Thanks to the work of general manager Chris Patrick, the Washington Capitals have acquired not one but two right-handed players with plenty of offensive upside.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / June 26
Capitals News & Notes: Trade Winds Bring Changes to Washington’s Roster Before 2026 NHL Draft
After the blockbuster acquisition of Jordan Kyrou and the sign-and-trade for Alex Tuch earlier this week, the Washington Capitals enter the 2026 NHL Draft weekend tied with four teams for the fewest number of picks.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26
Capitals’ Alex Tuch gets real on 2018 Stanley Cup Final connection
The Washington Capitals recently acquired Alex Tuch from the Buffalo Sabres, which was one of the few moves they have made this offseason. After learning he was joining the team that beat him in the 2018 Stanley Cup Final, Tuch gave a classic answer, according to Capitals beat writer Sammi Silber.
Washington Capitals News / DC Sports King / June 26
Capitals Shift Focus of Roster Overhaul with Two More Trades
If you stepped away from your phone for five minutes this week, you probably missed another Washington Capitals blockbuster. Fresh off injecting high-octane offensive firepower into the top six by acquiring stars Jordan Kyrou and Alex Tuch, General Manager Chris Patrick kept the phone lines burning.
Declan Chisholm News / The Hockey Writers / June 25
Devils Acquire Declan Chisholm From Capitals for 2027 4th-Round Pick
For the second time today, the New Jersey Devils have parted ways with a fourth-round pick. This time, they traded with the Washington Capitals to acquire defenseman Declan Chisholm in exchange for their fourth-round selection in the 2027 NHL Draft.
Declan Chisholm News / Daily Faceoff / June 25
Devils acquire Declan Chisholm from Capitals for draft pick
The New Jersey Devils acquired defenseman Declan Chisholm from the Washington Capitals on Thursday in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round pick. Chisholm scored a goal and added six assists for seven points in 26 regular-season games with the Capitals last season.
Alexander Ovechkin News / DC Sports King / June 25
How the Alex Tuch Trade Prepares the Capitals for One More Run and Life After Ovechkin
If you thought the Washington Capitals were going to quietly fade into a lengthy rebuild, General Manager Chris Patrick just delivered a loud and expensive wake-up call.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 25
Free Agent Focus: Washington Capitals
Free agency is now less than a week away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.
Jordan Kyrou News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 25
Capitals offload winger on Penguins after Alex Tuch, Jordan Kyrou trades
The Washington Capitals have been busy making big moves this week. The Caps have acquired both Jordan Kyrou from the St. Louis Blues and Alex Tuch from the Buffalo Sabres in two separate trades.
Hendrix Lapierre News / Daily Faceoff / June 25
Penguins acquire Hendrix Lapierre from Capitals for draft picks
The Washington Capitals busy offseason continues, as they’ve made another trade, sending center Hendrix Lapierre to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for a 2027 third-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick.
Colin Swoyer News / Inside The Rink / June 25
ECHL: Colin Swoyer Announces Retirement
Yesterday afternoon, Colin Swoyer announced his retirement. Swoyer is a 28-year-old defenseman who played in 151 ECHL games and 49 AHL games. Swoyer has played with the Toledo Walleye for the past two seasons, joining the team in 2024.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 24
Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch moves show Capitals still believe title window is open
The Washington Capitals are not messing around this offseason, and they are making it very clear that they still see themselves as Stanley Cup contenders in the very near future.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 25
Have the Senators found their replacement for Brady Tkachuk in William Eklund?
Trades are abundant this NHL offseason.
Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / June 18
Capitals coach Spencer Carbery signs multi-year extension
Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery signed a multi-year contract extension on Thursday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Carbery, 44, just completed his third season in the nation's capital and has compiled a 134-83-29 record.
Spencer Carbery News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 17
Capitals Extend Head Coach Spencer Carbery
Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery has agreed on a multi-year contract extension, according to The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta. The 44-year-old had one year left on his initial four-year pact with the club.
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