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Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin named 2024-25 recipient of Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award

The NHL announced Friday that Washington Capitals’ forward Alex Ovechkin is the 2024-25 recipient of the Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award, presented “to

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Alex Ovechkin Wins Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award for 2024-25 Season

On Friday night, Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin was named the Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award winner for the 2024-25 season. The award was

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / May 23

Capitals Mark 50 Years with Milestones, Momentum — and a Bittersweet Ending

As the Washington Capitals saluted their fans and skated off the ice one final time in their 50th anniversary season, the moment was tinged with disappointment.

Bogdan Trineyev News / The Hockey Writers / May 23

Capitals Prospect Trineyev Is Developing Into Ideal Power Forward

In Hershey, Pennsylvania, the expectation is to win the Calder Cup every year. It made the previous week a failure for the most decorated team in the American Hockey League (AHL).

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / May 22

Capitals Draft Target: Ivan Ryabkin

The Washington Capitals are well-positioned heading into the 2025 NHL Entry Draft following breakout seasons from younger players, such as Aliaksei Protas and Connor McMichael, this season.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 21

Kraken linked to trio of names for head-coaching vacancy

Outside of Rick Tocchet, who landed with the Flyers, there haven’t been many names firmly connected to the Kraken’s head-coach vacancy.

John Carlson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 21

Capitals won’t discuss John Carlson contract extension this summer

Despite finishing as the top team in the Eastern Conference during the 2024-25 regular season, the Washington Capitals are looking for answers after a disappointing defeat at the hands of the Carolina Hurricanes in Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 20

3 Capitals trade targets after Hurricanes series loss

The Washington Capitals lost to the Carolina Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After challenging for the Presidents’ Trophy and winning the Metropolitan Division, it was a disappointing finish for Washington.

Andrew Cristall News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 20

Capitals reassign Andrew Cristall to AHL

While the Capitals’ season is over, their AHL affiliate in Hershey is still alive in the Calder Cup Playoffs. They’ll be getting a boost in the form of 2023 second-round pick Andrew Cristall, who the Caps announced has been assigned to Hershey and could make his pro debut in tomorrow’s win-or-go-home Game 3 against Charlotte.

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 19

Sonny Milano’s availability to start next season in question

This season was one to forget for Capitals winger Sonny Milano.

Capitals unlikely to hold offseason extension talks with John Carlson

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John Carlson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 19

Capitals unlikely to hold offseason extension talks with John Carlson

When the Capitals signed Jakob Chychrun to a massive eight-year, $72MM extension in March, most thought he’d been locked in as their succession plan to John Carlson as the team’s No.

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Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / May 19

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Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 19

3 early predictions for Capitals offseason after Hurricanes series loss

The Washington Capitals lost Game 5 to the Carolina Hurricanes and now turn their focus to the offseason. With players such as Andrew Mangiapane, Anthony Beauvillier, and Lars Eller all scheduled to become free agents, the Capitals have plenty of decisions to make in the offseason.

Lars Eller News / House of Hockey / May 18

Lars Eller Calls Out the Capitals for Healthy Scratching Him in Elimination Game Against Carolina

Washington Capitals forward Lars Eller wasn't happy about being scratched for his team's elimination game against the Carolina Hurricanes earlier this week.

Nicklas Backstrom News / Blade of Steel / May 18

Former Stanley Cup Champion and No. 4 Pick Comes Out of Retirement to Join New Team

Just when it seemed the playing career of 2018 Stanley Cup champion Nicklas Backstrom was over, he's agreed to play one more year - but not with the Capitals.

Washington Capitals News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Capitals' Tom Wilson Shares Honest Thoughts on Alex Ovechkin's NHL Future

Alex Ovechkin may be heading into his 21st NHL season, but the Washington Capitals captain is not thinking about retirement just yet. On Saturday, he confirmed he plans to return next season but joked that, at 40 years old, he’ll still need to earn a roster spot.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Makes Final Decision on Early Retirement

The Washington Capitals completed the regular season as the best team in the Eastern Conference but fell in five games to the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Nicklas Backstrom News / Breakaway on SI / May 16

Capitals Legend Signs With Swedish Team

After more than a year away from the game, Washington Capitals forward Nicklas Backstrom will finally return to hockey, but sadly not in the NHL. According to Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet, Backstrom plans to sign a one-year deal with Brynäs IF of the Swedish Hockey League, the team he played with before Washington.

Ryan Chesley News / Daily Faceoff / May 16

Capitals sign Ryan Chesley to entry-level contract

The Washington Capitals announced Friday the signing of defenseman Ryan Chesley to a three-year entry-level contract beginning in the 2025-26 season. According to a team statement, the contract will carry an average annual value (AAV) of $923,333 at the NHL level, and $82,500 in the AHL.

Logan Thompson News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Logan Thompson Assigns Blame for Capitals' Elimination

The Washington Capitals were eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Thursday night following a 3-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5. For Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson, the outcome was especially difficult to take.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 15