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Alex Ovechkin Makes Tom Brady Admission At 900th NHL Goal Game

Alex Ovechkin Makes Tom Brady Admission At 900th NHL Goal Game

Alex Ovechkin hit another milestone on Wednesday night, scoring his 900th NHL goal in the Washington Capitals’ 6–1 win over the St. Louis Blues. The 20-season veteran became the first player in league history to reach the 900-goal mark, doing so in his 1,504th career game.

Logan Thompson News / NHL Trade Talk / November 6
Team Canada Needs To Get Over Whatever Beef They Have With Thompson

Team Canada Needs To Get Over Whatever Beef They Have With Thompson

Logan Thompson has quietly emerged as one of the NHL’s most dominant goaltenders, yet he still seems to be flying under Team Canada’s radar. The Washington Capitals netminder finished fourth in Vezina Trophy voting last season and has started the 2025-26 campaign even stronger.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / November 6
What’s next for Alex Ovechkin after goal 900?

What’s next for Alex Ovechkin after goal 900?

Alex Ovechkin checked off another major milestone in his historic NHL career Wednesday night, scoring his 900th career regular-season goal and becoming the first NHLer to reach the number as the Washington Capitals defeated the St.

Washington Capitals News / Athlon Sports / November 6
Tony Hawk Reminds Alex Ovechkin He Was First to 900 After Milestone

Tony Hawk Reminds Alex Ovechkin He Was First to 900 After Milestone

Washington Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin reached a new milestone Wednesday, becoming the first player in NHL history to score 900 goals. Not long after, one of the most iconic figures from a different discipline joined the celebration in a cross-sports moment.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / November 6
Sidney Crosby Sends Message on Alex Ovechkin’s 900 Goals Achievement Before Capitals Game

Sidney Crosby Sends Message on Alex Ovechkin’s 900 Goals Achievement Before Capitals Game

When the Washington Capitals visit the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night, it will mark the 74th meeting between Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby. Those players have defined a generation of hockey for the past two decades, and Ovechkin will enter the matchup one day after becoming the first player in league history to score 900 career goals.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / November 6
Alex Ovechkin Reacts to Jordan Binnington's Attempt to Steal 900th-Goal Puck

Alex Ovechkin Reacts to Jordan Binnington's Attempt to Steal 900th-Goal Puck

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin became the first player in NHL history to score 900 career goals on Wednesday night, adding another accolade to his long resume.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 6
NHL Predictions: November 6th Washington Capitals at Pittsburgh Penguins

NHL Predictions: November 6th Washington Capitals at Pittsburgh Penguins

The Penguins return home to face the Capitals in a rivalry game. Welcome back to NHL Predictions here on Last Word on Hockey! Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for all the NHL’s games.

Washington Capitals News / The SportsRush / November 6
Mark Martin Has Faith Denny Hamlin Won’t Pull a Carl Edwards Despite Heartbreaking 2025 Finale

Mark Martin Has Faith Denny Hamlin Won’t Pull a Carl Edwards Despite Heartbreaking 2025 Finale

Denny Hamlin’s two-decade-long dream of winning the NASCAR Cup Championship slipped through his fingers last weekend in Phoenix, and many wonder if it was a bit too gut-wrenching for him to recover from.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 6
After historic night, Caps' Alex Ovechkin battles Pens' Sidney Crosby

After historic night, Caps' Alex Ovechkin battles Pens' Sidney Crosby

Two future Hall of Famers renew their rivalry when Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals visit Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night.

Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / November 6
NHL roundup: Alex Ovechkin scores 900th career goal in Caps' win

NHL roundup: Alex Ovechkin scores 900th career goal in Caps' win

Alex Ovechkin scored his 900th career goal as the Washington Capitals defeated the visiting St. Louis Blues 6-1 on Wednesday. Anthony Beauvillier and Tom Wilson each scored two goals and Jakob Chychrun recorded three assists as the Capitals snapped a four-game winless streak.

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Why scoring 900 goals may not be Ovechkin's most impressive feat

Why scoring 900 goals may not be Alex Ovechkin's most impressive feat

Washington Capitals left winger Alex Ovechkin now stands alone in NHL history.

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / November 5
Capitals’ Thompson & Wilson Make Case for Canadian Olympic Team 

Capitals’ Thompson & Wilson Make Case for Canadian Olympic Team 

The Washington Capitals’ Logan Thompson and Tom Wilson have been making their case to be included on Team Canada’s roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / November 5
Regression is setting in for the Capitals

Regression is setting in for the Capitals

It’s been a slow start for the Washington Capitals, going 6-5-1 through their first 12 games of the 2025-26 season, including four straight losses dating back to Oct.

Rasmus Sandin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 5
Capitals to activate key defenseman from IR

Capitals to activate key defenseman from IR

The Capitals will activate defenseman Rasmus Sandin from injured reserve before Wednesday’s game against the Blues.

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Capitals Goalie Forcing His Way Onto Team Canada

Capitals Goalie Forcing His Way Onto Team Canada

Washington Capitals goalie Logan Thompson is off to a thunderous start. The 28-year-old native of Calgary is in his second campaign with the Capitals, and he’s once again proving that he is one of the most underrated and overlooked netminders in the NHL.

Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 3
Capitals’ Pierre-Luc Dubois out for extended period

Capitals’ Pierre-Luc Dubois out for extended period

The Washington Capitals have received bad news on center Pierre-Luc Dubois’ lower-body injury.

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Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 3
Capitals promote Tim Barnes to assistant GM

Capitals promote Tim Barnes to assistant GM

The Washington Capitals have promoted Tim Barnes to an assistant general manager position. He had previously served as the team’s Director of Analytics since the 2017-18 season, and filled an analyst role from 2014 to 2017.

Washington Capitals News / NHL Trade Talk / November 3
Capitals’ Pierre-Luc Dubois Out Long-Term With Injury

Capitals’ Pierre-Luc Dubois Out Long-Term With Injury

According to head coach Spencer Carbery, center Pierre-Luc Dubois is going to be out for an extended period of time. The coach shared with the media that the team is still evaluating whether Dubois needs surgery, but the forward won’t be back for some time, regardless.

John Carlson News / The Hockey Writers / November 2
Capitals’ John Carlson Reaches 1,100 Games: A Look Back at His Career so Far

Capitals’ John Carlson Reaches 1,100 Games: A Look Back at His Career so Far

Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson played his 1,100th NHL game on Saturday evening. The career-long Capital became the 15th defenseman in league history to play 1,100-plus games with one team, and the fourth active defenseman to play that many.

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