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On YouTubeRiley Sutter News / Inside The Rink / July 25
AHL: Riley Sutter Signs Overseas
The Hershey Bears see another player head overseas this offseason. Today, it was announced that Riley Sutter is signing with the Kunlun Red Star in the KHL.
Declan Chisholm News / The Hockey Writers / July 24
Get to Know the Newest Capital, Declan Chisholm
The Washington Capitals made a hockey trade on the second day of the 2025 NHL Draft. The Capitals acquired defenseman Declan Chisholm and a sixth-round selection (#180) from the Minnesota Wild for defenseman Chase Priskie and a fourth-round pick (#123).
Washington Capitals News / House of Hockey / July 24
He Could Play Two, Three More Years': Capitals Star Wilson Comments on Ovechkin Retirement Rumours
Alex Ovechkin's future is up in the air, but according to one of his long-time teammates, he could have a few good years left in him yet. After becoming
The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz
Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?
Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker / July 24
Capitals players hoping that 2025-26 season isn't Alex Ovechkin's last
Last season was nothing short of magical for Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals. How much does the new all-time leading goal scorer have left in the tank?
Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / July 23
Lucas Johansen News / Inside The Rink / July 22
AHL: Henderson Silver Knights Re-Sign Defenseman
The Henderson Silver Knights, this afternoon, brought back defenseman Lucas Johansen to an AHL contract for the 2025-26 season. In 38 games last season, he had 11 assists.
Luke Philp News / Inside The Rink / July 22
AHL: Luke Philp Signs Overseas
The Hershey Bears are continuing to lose players this offseason. This time, it’s forward Luke Philp who is signing overseas with Farjestad BK of the Swedish Hockey League.
Alexander Ovechkin News / House of Hockey / July 21
Alex Ovechkin Pledges to Make Amazing Gesture if His NHL Goal Record is Ever Broken
Alex Ovechkin became the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer this season, and now, he's promised a big celebration for whichever player can break the record.
Washington Capitals News / Inside The Rink / July 21
AHL: Two-Time Calder Cup Champion Heads Overseas
The Hershey Bears forward Mike Vecchione will join his former Hershey teammate Pierrick Dube with Traktor Chelyabinsk of the KHL. In 68 games this past season, he recorded 39 points on 19 goals and 20 assists.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 21
NHL Rumors: Alex Ovechkin and Jack Roslovic
Sammi Sliber of The Hockey News: Everyone wonders about the future of Alex Ovechkin. He turns 40 ahead of this year’s training camp. Also, this is the final year of his contract.
Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / July 21
'Would You Like To Stay at the Club?': Alex Ovechkin Issues Clear Update on Capitals Future
Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin seems to be in no rush to decide what comes next regarding his future in the league. The 39-year-old Capitals captain is about to enter his final season under contract.
Alexander Ovechkin News / House of Hockey / July 20
Alex Ovechkin Makes Unexpected Update on His Retirement
Alex Ovechkin, the NHL's new all-time leading goal scorer, has only a year left on his contract, and he recently spoke in Russia about what his future NHL plans are.
Alexander Ovechkin News / House of Hockey / July 19
Alex Ovechkin Makes Surprising Comments When Asked About Possible Reunion With Evgeny Kuznetzov
Evgeny Kuznetsov appears on the verge of a return to the NHL, and now long-time teammate Alex Ovechkin has some interesting comments on a return to Washington.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 19
Alex Ovechkin provides update on extension talks with Capitals
While not surprising news in the slightest, Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin confirmed to reporters in Russia on Saturday that he hasn’t had extension talks as he gears up for the final season of the five-year, $47.5M contract he signed back in 2021.
Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / July 19
Alex Ovechkin Responds to Michael Jordan Comparisons After Record-Breaking Season
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin made NHL history in April by becoming the league’s all-time leading goal scorer, passing Wayne Gretzky’s mark of 894.
Washington Capitals News / Breakaway on SI / July 18
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Wins ESPY After Making NHL History
For years, Wayne Gretzky's record of 894 career NHL goals seemed unbreakable, but not to Washington Capitals superstar Alexander Ovechkin. Ovechkin, 39, entered the 2024-25 season needing 42 goals to break Gretzky's record, but after a down season by his standards in 2023-24, there were some doubts that he would break it this year.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / July 17
Top 8 Must-See Capitals Games in 2025-26
The Washington Capitals are now aware of the journey they must undertake to defend their status as the best team in the Eastern Conference. Washington roared to an 8-2-0 start in their first 10 games of the 2024-25 season, which helped set the tone for the rest of the campaign.
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 16
Washington Capitals 2025 NHL free agency grades for every signing
The Washington Capitals finished as the top team in the Eastern Conference after the regular season. This would give them their tenth playoff berth in their last 11 seasons.
Washington Capitals News / Last Word On Sports / July 10
NHL Rumours: The Washington Capitals Want to Bounce Back After Missing Out on Big Free Agent
Welcome back to another summertime edition of NHL Rumours from us here at Last Word On Hockey. Today we shall delve into the situation surrounding the team led by the all-time leading goal scorer, Alex Ovechkin’s Washington Capitals.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8
Strategic drafting will keep Capitals competitive for years to come
The Washington Capitals seemed well on their way towards reclusion a few seasons ago. They managed to win the first Stanley Cup in franchise history in 2018 — but by 2022, only eight members of the Cup-winning roster were still in Washington.
Hendrix Lapierre News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 5
Capitals sign Hendrix Lapierre to one-year deal
The Washington Capitals and forward Hendrix Lapierre have agreed to the one-year, $850K contract, per PuckPedia. The 23-year-old will be eligible for restricted free agency next offseason, and his minimum qualifying offer then would be $892,500.
Lynden Lakovic News / Daily Faceoff / July 5
Capitals sign Lynden Lakovic to entry-level contract
The Washington Capitals have signed winger Lynden Lakovic to a three-year entry-level contract. Lakovic was the Capitals’ 27th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, and was eligible to sign his entry-level contract with the team as of July 1st.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / July 3
Capitals sign Milton Gastrin to NHL entry-level contract
The Washington Capitals announced Thursday that the club has signed forward Milton Gastrin to a three-year, entry-level contract. Per the agreement, Gastrin will be play on loan in Sweden for the coming campaign.
Martin Fehervary News / Field Level Media / July 1
Capitals D Martin Fehervary inks $7-year, $42M extension
Washington Capitals defenseman Martin Fehervary signed a seven-year, $42 million contract extension on Tuesday. The extension begins with the 2026-27 season for Fehervary, who will make $2.675 million in the upcoming campaign to complete his existing three-year deal.
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