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Capitals re-sign 27-year-old defenseman on $6.5 million contract

Capitals re-sign 27-year-old defenseman on $6.5 million contract

After failing to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season, the offseason work has begun for Washington Capitals senior vice president and general manager Chris Patrick.

Timothy Liljegren News / Daily Faceoff / May 20
Capitals re-sign Timothy Liljegren to two-year contract extension

Capitals re-sign Timothy Liljegren to two-year contract extension

The Washington Capitals announced Wednesday they re-signed defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year, $6.5-million contract extension that will pay him an annual average value of $3.25 million.

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How many of the active NHL players with at least 300 goals in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Timothy Liljegren News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 20
Capitals Sign Timothy Liljegren To Two-Year Extension

Capitals Sign Timothy Liljegren To Two-Year Extension

According to a team announcement, the Washington Capitals have extended defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year deal worth around $6.5MM ($3.25MM AAV), as first reported by David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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 / The Hockey Writers / May 20
Capitals 2026 Draft Target: Ryan Lin

Capitals 2026 Draft Target: Ryan Lin

The unpredictable nature of the NHL Draft could deliver an opportunity for the Washington Capitals to address a deficiency in their system. With every team looking to lock down talented centers, impactful defenseman are often available in the middle of the first round.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / May 16
Capitals 2026 Draft Targets: Markus & Liam Ruck

Capitals 2026 Draft Targets: Markus & Liam Ruck

The Washington Capitals are in a prime position to come away with a pair of twin brothers at this summer’s draft. Markus Ruck and Liam Ruck have been a divisive topic among scouts as knowledgeable hockey folks debate where the brothers will land in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / May 15
Capitals 2026 Draft Target: Albert Smits

Capitals 2026 Draft Target: Albert Smits

Despite seeing Cole Hutson graduate to the NHL at the end of this season, the Washington Capitals should be able to restock their defensive cupboard with five picks in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / May 12
Capitals’ Leonard, Carbery, and Murray Named to Men’s World Championship Teams

Capitals’ Leonard, Carbery, and Murray Named to Men’s World Championship Teams

Three members of the Washington Capitals organization will be representing their home nations at the 2026 IIHF Men’s World Championship this month. Young forward Ryan Leonard will take the ice with the United States, while head coach Spencer Carbery and goaltending coach Scott Murray will be behind the bench for Team Canada.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / May 11
Capitals 2026 Draft Target: Ethan Belchetz

Capitals 2026 Draft Target: Ethan Belchetz

With a pair of selections inside the top-20 in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Washington Capitals are in a prime position to restock a prospect pool that has now graduated Ryan Leonard, Ethen Frank, and Cole Hutson to the NHL.

Petr Sikora News / Daily Faceoff / May 7
Capitals sign Petr Sikora to entry-level contract

Capitals sign Petr Sikora to entry-level contract

A talented young playmaker has inked his first NHL contract. On Thursday, Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick announced that the team has signed forward Petr Sikora to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Petr Sikora News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 7
Capitals Sign Sikora To Three-Year Entry-Level Contract

Capitals Sign Sikora To Three-Year Entry-Level Contract

The Washington Capitals have signed forward Petr Sikora to a three‑year entry‑level contract, the team announced today. The deal carries an average annual value of $995K and brings one of the organization’s more productive young prospects officially into the system.

Theodor Niederbach News / Daily Faceoff / May 7
Capitals sign Theodor Niederbach to one-year contract

Capitals sign Theodor Niederbach to one-year contract

The Washington Capitals announced Thursday the team had signed forward Theodor Niederbach to a one-year, two-way contract through the 2026-27 season. The deal would pay Niederbach $1.025 million at the NHL level and $85,000 in the AHL.

Theodor Niederbach News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 7
Washington Capitals Sign Theodor Niederbach

Washington Capitals Sign Theodor Niederbach

According to a team announcement, the Washington Capitals have signed forward prospect Theodor Niederbach to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2026-27 season.

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / May 7
Who Could the Capitals Select in the First Round of the 2026 NHL Draft?

Who Could the Capitals Select in the First Round of the 2026 NHL Draft?

After the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery on Tuesday night, the Washington Capitals will be selecting the newest members of their team 16th and 18th overall in the first round.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / May 6
Revisiting the Capitals’ History of Drafting 16th & 18th Overall

Revisiting the Capitals’ History of Drafting 16th & 18th Overall

After last night’s 2026 NHL Draft Lottery, the Washington Capitals still have the 16th and 18th overall picks. With the slim hopes of landing a superstar like Gavin McKenna now defunct, here’s a look back at players the Capitals selected with those picks ahead of this year’s draft on June 26 and 27 at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York.

Washington Capitals News / Total Apex Sports / May 6
NHL Draft Lottery: Washington Capitals Draw Important 16th Rank, Look To Strengthen Team

NHL Draft Lottery: Washington Capitals Draw Important 16th Rank, Look To Strengthen Team

On May 5, 2026, the lottery for the 2026 NHL Draft was announced, and the Toronto Maple Leafs took the first draft pick in a key moment for their future Stanley Cup Playoff prospects.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / April 30
Capitals News & Notes: 2026 NHL Lottery & Combine Details

Capitals News & Notes: 2026 NHL Lottery & Combine Details

The Washington Capitals are on summer vacation after missing the 2026 NHL Playoffs despite a furious finish that saw them go 8-2 over their final 10 games.

Sonny Milano News / Daily Faceoff / April 29
Capitals’ pending UFA Sonny Milano signs one-year contract in Switzerland

Capitals’ pending UFA Sonny Milano signs one-year contract in Switzerland

A former prospect is shipping his services overseas. On Wednesday, SC Bern of the National League in Switzerland announced that the team has signed forward Sonny Milano to a one-year contract.

Sonny Milano News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 29
Sonny Milano Signs In Switzerland

Sonny Milano Signs In Switzerland

4/29/26: SC Bern have officially announced the signing of Milano to a one-year contract for next season, confirming that the former top prospect will play in the European pro ranks for the first time in his career.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / April 29
Hershey Bears Advance to Second Round of Calder Cup Playoffs

Hershey Bears Advance to Second Round of Calder Cup Playoffs

The Hershey Bears, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the Washington Capitals, have advanced to the second round of the Calder Cup Playoffs.

Rasmus Sandin News / Daily Faceoff / April 26
How will the Capitals address blueline with Rasmus Sandin’s injury?

How will the Capitals address blueline with Rasmus Sandin’s injury?

Last week, news broke that Washington Capitals defenseman Rasmus Sandin was going to be out long-term after undergoing surgery to repair a tear in his ACL.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / April 24
Capitals’ Ilya Protas Named AHL Rookie of the Year for 2025-26

Capitals’ Ilya Protas Named AHL Rookie of the Year for 2025-26

A member of the Washington Capitals organization has some new hardware after Ilya Protas was voted as the winner of the Dudley (Red) Garrett Memorial Award

Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker / April 16
Alex Ovechkin offers strongest hint yet about his future plans

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin offers strongest hint yet about his future plans

Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin has not yet made a decision on whether or not he is going to play during the 2026-27 NHL season. 

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NHL News / Yardbarker / April 13
Malkin makes huge prediction about Ovechkin amid retirement rumors

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin makes huge prediction about Capitals' Alexander Ovechkin amid retirement rumors

Ovechkin hasn't yet decided whether or not he will return for another NHL season, finish his playing career with Dynamo Moscow of the KHL or retire. 

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Logan Thompson News / Field Level Media / April 8
Logan Thompson, Capitals blank Leafs, maintain playoff hopes

Logan Thompson, Capitals blank Leafs, maintain playoff hopes

Logan Thompson made 21 saves and the visiting Washington Capitals kept their slim Stanley Cup playoff hopes alive with a 4-0 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker / April 8
Ovechkin reveals when he will make decision on Capitals, NHL future

Alexander Ovechkin reveals when he will make decision on Capitals, NHL future

The NHL's all-time leader in career goals scored leads the 2025-26 Capitals with 31 goals and 61 total points accumulated for the season.

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