Washington Capitals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Capitals re-sign Declan Chisholm to two-year contract

On Monday, the Washington Capitals announced the team has signed defenseman Declan Chisholm to a two-year contract extension. The deal will carry an AAV of $1.6 million through the 2026-27 season.

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

Capitals 2025 Draft Notes: 2 Trades and 4 Picks on Day 2

The Washington Capitals completed two trades and selected four players on Saturday at the 2025 NHL Draft, adding to first-round choice Lynden Lakovic from Friday night.

Washington Capitals News / Last Word On Sports / June 28

Michael Kim’s Hilarious Ryder Cup Plea After 3-Putt Drama

Michael Kim has joked that he played a role in Keegan Bradley making the cut at the 2025 Rocket Mortgage Classic and deserves to be appreciated with a Ryder Cup spot.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

In the history of the NHL Draft, 61 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in six minutes?

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Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / June 28

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The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

Hockey might be the official sport of Canada, but the United States has also produced some elite talent. With that in mind, here's our list of the 25 best U.S.-born players, listed in alphabetical order.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 28

Wild announce trade with Capitals involving players, draft picks

The Minnesota Wild and Washington Capitals have gotten together on a trade.

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / June 28

Capitals Draft Milton Gästrin 37 Overall

With the 37th pick of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Washington Capitals have selected Milton Gästrin from MODO of the SHL In any draft, in any sport, there are only so many players who can be considered truly elite.

Justin Sourdif News / Daily Faceoff / June 28

Capitals sign Justin Sourdif to two-year contract

The Washington Capitals secured one of their new acquisitions on Saturday, signing right winger Justin Sourdif to a two-year, $1.65 million contract with

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / June 28

Captials select Milton Gastrin No. 37 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The Washington Capitals looked to Europe with the No. 37 overall selection, selecting Modo Hockey forward Milton Gastrin out of the Swedish Hockey League at the 2025 NHL Draft on Friday at The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / June 28

Caps sign newly acquired F Justin Sourdif to 2-year deal

The Washington Capitals signed recently acquired forward Justin Sourdif to a two-year, $1.65 million contract on Saturday. The Capitals acquired Sourdif in a trade with the Florida Panthers on Thursday in exchange for a second-round draft pick in 2026 and a sixth-rounder in 2027.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / June 28

Capitals 2025 Draft Notes: Lakovic Lands in Washington and Day 2 Options on Saturday

The Washington Capitals waited over four hours to reach their 27th overall selection in the 2025 NHL Draft. The squad from D.C. wasted little time sprinting to the podium to make their first-round choice, Lynden Lakovic.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / June 27

Capitals Draft Lynden Lakovic 27th Overall

With the 27th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Washington Capitals have selected Lynden Lakovic from the Moose Jaw Warriors of the Western Hockey League (WHL).

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / June 28

Capitals select Lynden Lakvoic No. 27 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The Washington Capitals have selected forward Lynden Lakovic with the 27th overall pick at the 2025 NHL Draft Friday night at The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov News / Breakaway on SI / June 27

Former Capitals Forward Seeks NHL Return

For many professional hockey players, the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) has served as a league that’s either rejuvenated careers or caused them to vanish, and for now, Evgeny Kuznetsov looks to do the former. According to Yahoo Sports, Shumi Babayev, Kuznetsov’s agent, announced that Kuznetsov will be playing in North America next season.

Justin Sourdif News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 26

Capitals acquire Justin Sourdif

The Capitals have added some forward depth, announcing that they’ve acquired Justin Sourdif from the Panthers. In return, Florida receives Washington’s second-round pick in 2026 and Washington’s sixth-round selection in 2027.

Henrik Rybinski News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Capitals sign Henrik Rybinski to one-year contract extension

The Washington Capitals announced Thursday that the club has signed right winger Henrik Rybinski to a one-year, two-way contract extension that carries a $775,000 average annual value.

Mitchell Gibson News / Inside The Rink / June 25

AHL: Mitchell Gibson Signs with Hershey Bears

They say goalies are a different breed—and with good reason. They play the game from a unique perspective, often under immense pressure, and carry one of the most important roles on the ice.

Washington Capitals News / Last Word On Sports / June 24

Michael Kim Criticizes Bradley’s Captain-Player Bid

Michael Kim has questioned Keegan Bradley’s bid to play and serve as captain for Team USA at the upcoming Ryder Cup. Kim’s criticism of the U.S. Ryder Cup captain came shortly after Bradley’s dramatic win at the Travelers Championship, which pushed him closer to making the Ryder Cup team as a player.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 20

Capitals’ most realistic trade acquisition in 2025 NHL offseason

The Washington Capitals came up short in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. But there is a bit of hope for the future. Washington finished the season as one of the best teams in the NHL.

Washington Capitals News / House of Hockey / June 19

Washington Capitals Set to Cut Ties With Defenseman After Latest Report

The Washington Capitals went on a great run in 2024/25, and ahead of the off-season, they're officially cutting ties with a veteran blue liner. Nobody

Logan Thompson News / Breakaway on SI / June 18

Capitals' Logan Thompson Deserves Olympic Nod

It's seven months away, but some interesting tidbits have already been released about men's hockey at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milano, Italy. For the first time since 2014, best-on-best Olympic ice hockey will return, and the first six players from each of the 12 nations participating in the tournament have been unveiled.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 18

3 players Capitals must trade in 2025 NHL offseason

The Washington Capitals were the best team in the Eastern Conference this past season. Still, the Capitals would fall to the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Andrew Mangiapane News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 17

Capitals rumors: Washington won’t re-sign Andrew Mangiapane this summer

The Washington Capitals had a great season in 2024-25, winning the Metropolitan Division. But their playoff performance, a five-game defeat at the hands of the Carolina Hurricanes, necessitates changes.

Andrew Mangiapane News / House of Hockey / June 17

Former 35-Goal Scorer Reportedly Leaving the Capitals in Free Agency

Washington Capitals forward Andrew Mangiapane, who once scored 35 goals with the Calgary Flames, appears ready to move on from the Capitals in free agency.

Alexander Alexeyev News / House of Hockey / June 12

Capitals' Alexander Alexeyev Faces Penalty Amid Court Case Over Recent Arrest

Last month, Washington Capitals defenseman Alexander Alexeyev was arrested and has now received his verdict after making an appearance in court. On May 17th, Washington Capitals defenseman Alexander Alexeyev was arrested following an altercation with another man at 3:30 in the morning in Arlington, Virginia.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / June 8

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Makes Big Career Decision: Report

After breaking the legendary Wayne Gretzky’s longstanding record for most career goals, few would blame Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin if he decided to call it a career.