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Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin improves bonkers NHL record with 20th 30-goal season

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin improves bonkers NHL record with 20th 30-goal season

Alex Ovechkin continues to prove he’s the GOAT in scoring goals in the NHL. The Washington Capitals superstar added to his incredible hockey resume on Tuesday night against the Philadelphia Flyers at Capital One Arena in Washington, when he found the back of the net with under two minutes left in the first period.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Daily Faceoff / March 31
Alex Ovechkin becomes fourth 40-plus year old to score 30 goals in a season

Alex Ovechkin becomes fourth 40-plus year old to score 30 goals in a season

Washington Capitals’ captain Alex Ovechkin scored his 30th goal of the season Tuesday night against the Philadelphia Flyers, becoming just the fourth player over the age of 40 to reach the 30-goal mark in a single season.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / March 31
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Aliaksei Protas News / Daily Faceoff / March 30
Capitals’ Aliaksei Protas to ‘miss a little bit of time’ with upper-body injury

Capitals’ Aliaksei Protas to ‘miss a little bit of time’ with upper-body injury

Washington Capitals’ forward Aliaksei Protas is “going to miss a little bit of time,” head coach Spencer Carbery told reporters Monday, and that he won’t play Tuesday against the Philadelphia Flyers.

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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

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 30
Report: Fallout from Oilers loss led to Bruce Cassidy’s exit from Vegas

Report: Fallout from Oilers loss led to Bruce Cassidy’s exit from Vegas

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman is reporting that the writing was on the wall with Bruce Cassidy and his being fired by the Vegas Golden Knights this weekend.

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 29
Bill Riley Passes Away At 75

Bill Riley Passes Away At 75

In an unfortunate announcement from the team, the Washington Capitals shared that former player Bill Riley passed away at the age of 75. In their press

Dylan Strome News / Field Level Media / March 29
Dylan Strome's heroics help Caps nip Knights in shootout

Dylan Strome's heroics help Caps nip Knights in shootout

Dylan Strome scored the tying goal in the third period and the game-winner in the shootout to give the Washington Capitals a 5-4 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday night in Las Vegas.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / March 28
Capitals News & Notes: Playoff Odds, Ovechkin’s 32nd Hat Trick & Eye-Popping Stats From Hutson’s Debut

Capitals News & Notes: Playoff Odds, Ovechkin’s 32nd Hat Trick & Eye-Popping Stats From Hutson’s Debut

The Washington Capitals visit the Vegas Golden Knights for some “Capitals After Dark” action on Saturday night for Game 74 of their NHL schedule. Washington’s postseason hopes are hanging on by a thread, but the Capitals are still in the bloodbath that is the Eastern Conference playoff picture.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / March 27
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin moves into fourth all-time in NHL hat tricks

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin moves into fourth all-time in NHL hat tricks

It’s another milestone in the illustrious career of the GR8. 

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Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / March 27
Alex Ovechkin's hat trick powers Capitals' rally against Mammoth

Alex Ovechkin's hat trick powers Capitals' rally against Mammoth

Alex Ovechkin produced his 34th career hat trick and the Washington Capitals rallied from a two-goal deficit to a 7-4 win against the Utah Mammoth on Thursday night in Salt Lake City.

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Cole Hutson News / ESPN / March 26

'Changing of the guard': Cole Hutson poised to take big role in next wave for the Capitals

When the new era of Caps hockey begins, the young defenseman will be at the forefront.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / March 25
Checking in on the Capitals’ 2025 Draft Selections

Checking in on the Capitals’ 2025 Draft Selections

In the 2025 NHL Entry Draft in Los Angeles, the Washington Capitals made five selections from a talented class of junior hockey players. They had one first-round pick and four picks in the subsequent rounds.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 22
Alex Ovechkin joins Wayne Gretzky in another exclusive club

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin joins Wayne Gretzky in another exclusive club in loss to Avalanche

Hockey Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky once again has to make room for Washington Capitals left winger Alex Ovechkin. 

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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.

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.

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