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Washington Capitals News / ESPN / September 21

Kim 1st American to win French Open in 53 years

Michael Kim earned a one-shot victory in Paris for his first title since 2018 while also becoming the first American to win the French Open in 53 years.

Washington Capitals News / Last Word On Sports / September 20

NHL Rumours: Extension Talks for Washington Capitals Defenceman

It’s time for some more NHL rumours. Training camps are starting to fill up, but that doesn’t mean that the hot stove talk has ceased. We’ve seen plenty of talk about contract talks with some big-name players gaining the focus.

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The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

In NHL history, 52 players have reached the 1,200-point plateau over the course of their careers. How many of the 52 can you name in six minutes?

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Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / September 19

Capitals give optimistic update about Alex Ovechkin's health

Despite missing a second straight practice, Alexander Ovechkin doesn't appear to have suffered a significant injury during Capitals training camp.

Concerning report emerges about Capitals star Alexander Ovechkin's health

Capitals’ Ovechkin ‘doesn’t know yet’ if 2025-26 will be final NHL season

Beasts in the East: Can't-miss training-camp battles to watch in NHL's Eastern Conference

The 20 greatest nicknames in NHL history

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Washington Capitals News / Athlon Sports / September 19

'Until It Smacks Us All in the Face': Capitals’ Tom Wilson Gets Honest on Alex Ovechkin’s Retirement Decision

Alex Ovechkin is entering the final year of his contract with the Washington Capitals, and for now, he is not planning too far ahead. Ovechkin scored 44 goals last season despite missing 16 games with a broken leg, lifting his career total to 897.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Alex Ovechkin Responds to Retirement Question After Injury Scare

Alex Ovechkin is entering the final season of his contract with the Washington Capitals, but he is not ready to say if it will also be his last. Speaking Thursday at the Capitals camp, and right off celebrating his 40th birthday on Wednesday, the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer said retirement is not on his mind yet.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Daily Faceoff / September 18

Capitals’ Ovechkin ‘doesn’t know yet’ if 2025-26 will be final NHL season

Will this be Alex Ovechkin’s final season? Even he’s not sure. Speaking with reporters on Thursday as NHL training camps open, the Washington Capitals’ captain says he doesn’t know if the 2025-26 campaign will be his last in the NHL, adding that he hasn’t spoken with GM Chris Patrick or team owner Ted Leonsis.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 18

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Washington Capitals News / ESPN / September 18

Caps GM: Coach allegations 'not hockey related'

The allegations against Washington Capitals assistant coach Mitch Love are "not hockey related," the team's general manager said on Thursday.

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Alexander Ovechkin News / Daily Faceoff / September 18

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin leaves Day 1 of training camp early; team says injury ‘nothing significant’

Alex Ovechkin gave the hockey world a scare after leaving training camp early with an apparent lower-body injury, but according to Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery, the injury is “nothing significant”.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker / September 18

Concerning report emerges about Alexander Ovechkin's health

Concerning report emerges about Capitals star Alexander Ovechkin's health

The Washington Capitals began their first day of training camp with an injury scare.

Could Capitals cause Penguins' Sidney Crosby to change mind about trade desires?

Beasts in the East: Can't-miss training-camp battles to watch in NHL's Eastern Conference

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

Washington Capitals News / Last Word On Sports / September 18

Michael Kim Comments On DP World Tour Pace Of Play

During the BMW PGA Championship, Michael Kim made his first appearance on the European Tour. He had a rough start and didn’t make the cut for the tournament. After losing out on the tournament, Kim decided to compare and contrast the DP World Tour and the PGA Tour, taking some notes.

John Carlson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 18

No extension talks between Capitals, two-time All-Star

Heading into the 2025-26 season, the Washington Capitals have a pair of franchise legends heading into unrestricted free agency.

Could Capitals cause Penguins' Sidney Crosby to change mind about trade desires?

Beasts in the East: Can't-miss training-camp battles to watch in NHL's Eastern Conference

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 17

Could Caps cause Pens' Crosby to change mind about trade desires?

Could Capitals cause Penguins' Sidney Crosby to change mind about trade desires?

Penguins insider Josh Yohe of The Athletic addressed what's going on behind the scenes for rebuilding Pittsburgh regarding its longtime franchise player.

Penguins' Sidney Crosby makes big statement about future amid trade rumors

How a trade with Penguins could solve Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner problem

Training-camp battles to watch in NHL's Eastern Conference

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / September 16