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On YouTubeWashington Capitals News / 5 GOATs / February 10
2026 Winter Olympics: United State figure skater Ilia Malinin wearing Alexander Ovechkin skate laces
American figure skater Ilia Malinin wore bright yellow laces during his routine last week at the 2026 Winter Olympics. When asked about the unusual skate laces, Malinin revealed they were a gift from Washington Capitals legend Alexander Ovechkin.
Washington Capitals News / HITC / February 10
Michael Kim calls out ‘idiots’ at WM Phoenix Open after Hideki Matsuyama incident
Chris Gotterup’s victory at the WM Phoenix Open last weekend was overshadowed by an incident involving Hideki Matsuyama. Gotterup defeated Matsuyama in a playoff hole at TPC Scottsdale, but the events leading up to it were disappointing.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 9
Remembering the Moment T.J. Oshie Became 'T.J. Sochi'
The Winter Olympics are here, and the NHL is participating for the first time since 2014. The 2014 Olympics in Sochi, Russia, had many great moments. Teemu Selanne scored two goals for Team Finland to win the bronze medal in his last Olympic game.
The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz
How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?
Washington Capitals News / HITC / February 8
Michael Kim fires ‘crybaby’ message at streamer Jack Doherty after PGA Tour lifetime ban
Streamer Jack Doherty made the headlines for the wrong reasons in round two of the WM Phoenix Open on Friday. He paid a spectator $100 to shout during Mackenzie Hughes’ backswing at TPC Scottsdale.
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
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 7
Exclusive: TJ Oshie backing Team USA in Olympic-themed Super Bowl spot
TJ Oshie enjoyed a long and fruitful career in the National Hockey League, appearing in over 1,000 games and being immortalized along with the 2017-18 Washington Capitals team that brought a Stanley Cup championship to the District of Columbia.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / February 6
A Capitals Fan’s Guide to the 2026 Winter Olympic Hockey Tournament
The Winter Olympic Games officially kick off Feb. 6, and hockey fans around the world are eager to watch some of their favorite players take the ice and represent their home nations.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 6
Capitals’ Logan Thompson drops Olympic truth bomb ahead of Team Canada debut
Logan Thompson didn’t look any worse for wear when he made his return from a four-game absence on Thursday night, making 27 saves to help the Washington Capitals beat the Nashville Predators, 4-2, in both teams’ final contest before the Olympic break.
Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Field Level Media / February 5
Pierre-Luc Dubois scores in return as Capitals power past Predators
Jakob Chychrun scored twice in a three-point performance and Pierre-Luc Dubois netted one goal and one assist in his first game in more than three months to lead the host Washington Capitals to a 4-2 victory over the Nashville Predators on Thursday.
Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Breakaway on SI / February 5
Capitals HC Explains Timing Behind Pierre-Luc Dubois Return
Pierre-Luc Dubois will play his first game since October 31 when the Washington Capitals host the Nashville Predators tonight. The 27-year-old center underwent surgery in early November to repair injuries to his abdominal and adductor muscles, sidelining him for what became a three-month recovery process.
Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Field Level Media / February 5
Capitals F Pierre-Luc Dubois returns to lineup after 47-game absence
Washington Capitals forward Pierre-Luc Dubois will return Thursday against the visiting Nashville Predators after missing 47 games following surgery to repair injuries to his abdominal and adductor muscles, the team said.
Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 5
Washington Capitals Activate Pierre-Luc Dubois
The Washington Capitals announced today that forward Pierre-Luc Dubois has been activated off injured reserve and will play tonight. Dubois has not played since October and has been recovering from abdominal surgery that he underwent in early November.
Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Daily Faceoff / February 5
Capitals’ Pierre-Luc Dubois returns to lineup after 47 game absence
The Washington Capitals are getting a boost to their lineup right before the Olympic break, as center Pierre-Luc Dubois is set to return to the lineup for Thursday’s game against the Nashville Predators.
Alexander Ovechkin News / Breakaway on SI / February 4
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Surprises Figure Skater With Gift Before Olympics
While he remains focused on the remainder of his NHL career with the Washington Capitals, league star and Russia's Alex Ovechkin has previously competed in three prior Olympics — 2006, 2010 and 2014.
Bogdan Trineyev News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 4
Capitals Reassign Bogdan Trineyev
The Capitals announced they’ve reassigned winger Bogdan Trineyev to AHL Hershey. Today is the last day for teams to send players down to the minors before amended eligibility rules kick in during the Olympic roster freeze, which begins at 2:00 pm Central.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / February 3
Capitals on 3-Game Win Streak: What’s Working?
The Washington Capitals seem to have gotten back on track after over a month of limited success. After a stretch of just two wins in nine games, the team has emerged victorious in three straight.
NHL News / EasySportz / February 3
Metro Mania in Philly: Capitals vs. Flyers Preview for Feb. 3
PHILADELPHIA — The Washington Capitals skate into Xfinity Mobile Arena on Tuesday night fresh off a convincing 4–1 win over the Islanders, looking to extend their surge as they visit the Philadelphia Flyers, who had a rare night off on Monday.
NHL News / Field Level Media / February 2
Capitals rally for convincing win over Islanders
Martin Fehervary and Anthony Beauvillier scored 31 seconds apart in the second period, and rookie Clay Stevenson stopped 31 shots, as the Washington Capitals rallied for a 4-1 victory over the visiting New York Islanders on Monday night.
Matt Roy News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 2
Washington Capitals Activate Matt Roy
The Washington Capitals have activated Matt Roy off of injured reserve, per The Hockey News’ Sammi Silber. In a corresponding move, the team placed netminder Logan Thompson on injured reserve.
NHL News / EasySportz / February 2
Monday in the Metro: Islanders vs. Capitals Preview for Jan 2.
WASHINGTON — The New York Islanders invade the nation’s capital Monday night to take on the Washington Capitals in what’s shaping up to be a lively midweek rivalry game with playoff implications and a fair share of pride on the line.
Charlie Lindgren News / Daily Faceoff / February 2
Capitals’ Charlie Lindgren out through Olympic break with injury that’s 'not long-term'
The Washington Capitals got a bit more clarity with their crease on Monday, as it appears that Charlie Lindgren will be out through the Olympic break, although his injury isn’t considered long-term.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / January 31
Capitals’ Connor McMichael week-to-week, Logan Thompson out day-to-day
A couple of players are going to miss a little bit more time. When speaking to the media on Saturday, Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery revealed that forward Connor McMichael is out week-to-week with an upper-body injury.
Charlie Lindgren News / NHL Trade Talk / January 30
Wild Scene as Lindgren Wins Shootout After Injury
Charlie Lindgren delivered one of the wildest “hockey guy” moments of the 2025-26 season Thursday night in Detroit, pulling out one of the gutsiest performances in recent NHL memory.
NHL News / Yardbarker / January 29
Red Wings' Patrick Kane passes Hall of Famer Mike Modano to become top-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history
Just a couple of weeks after joining the 500-goal club, Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane reached another major milestone on Thursday night.
Alexander Ovechkin News / Breakaway on SI / January 26
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Closing in on Another Historic Milestone
History is something Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin has become quite accustomed to over the past several years. Last season, he surpassed Wayne Gretzky as hockey’s greatest goal scorer — a feat few thought ever possible — after netting a second-period goal against the New York Islanders on April 7, 2025.
NHL News / Yardbarker / January 11
Alex Ovechkin reaches another big milestone for Capitals
Alex Ovechkin is already the NHL's all-time leading goal-scorer, but he still keeps finding ways to reach new personal milestones for the Washington Capitals. He did it again on Sunday night against the Nashville Predators.
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