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On YouTubeWashington 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.
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.
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?
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.
Washington Capitals 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.
Washington Capitals 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 / 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.
Washington Capitals 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 Capitals star Alexander Ovechkin's health
The Washington Capitals began their first day of training camp with an injury scare.
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.
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 17
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.
Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 16
Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 15
Washington Capitals’ most intriguing training camp battle in 2025
The Washington Capitals will finish Rookie Camp on Monday as full training camp is set to open on September 18th. Many of the players participating in Rookie Camp have a chance to make the roster and potentially could have a breakout campaign for the Capitals in 2025-26.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / September 16
Capitals unveil new third jersey featuring Screaming Eagle logo
The team in the United States’ capital is updating its look by bringing back some old emblems. On Monday, the Washington Capitals revealed new third jerseys for the upcoming season.
Mitch Love News / Field Level Media / September 14
Capitals assistant Mitch Love on leave, under NHL investigation
The Washington Capitals placed assistant coach Mitch Love on leave pending an NHL investigation, the team announced Sunday. It wasn't revealed why Love
Logan Thompson News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 14
Pierre-Luc Dubois News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 12
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / September 9
5 Capitals Prospects to Watch at Rookie Camp
The Washington Capitals will hold their 2025 Rookie Camp from Sept. 12-15 in Annapolis, Maryland, at the McMullen Hockey Arena, home of the Navy’s men’s hockey team.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / September 9
Capitals Hosting 2025 Rookie Camp in Maryland This Weekend
Hockey is on the horizon as the Washington Capitals announced the schedule for the upcoming Capitals 2025 Rookie Camp at McMullen Hockey Arena in Annapolis, Maryland, from Sept.
T.J. Oshie News / NHL Trade Talk / September 8
Oshie on Odd Reason Blues Might Have Traded Him to Capitals
Former NHL forward T.J. Oshie has shed new light on the trade that sent him from the St. Louis Blues to the Washington Capitals, revealing an unexpected reason behind the blockbuster move.
Washington Capitals News / Inside The Rink / September 4
Upcoming Washington Capitals Milestones for 2025-26
As the Capitals enter their 51st season as a franchise, their roster remains largely unchanged from the previous season. Players like Dylan Strome, Nic Dowd, and, of course, Alex Ovechkin, have become mainstays in Washington.
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