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The Washington Capitals entered the 2026 offseason with $31 million in cap space under the $104 million cap. General manager Chris Patrick earmarked at least $9.5 million for the return of captain Alex Ovechkin, who has earned that amount since the 2008-09 season.

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / July 14

Capitals sign Oliver Suvanto to three-year, entry-level contract

A strong, growing center has inked his first NHL deal. On Tuesday, Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick announced that the team has signed forward Oliver Suvanto to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Washington Capitals News / Stars And Sticks / July 10

Capitals GM willing to part with this forward after roster moves

Caps general manager Chris Patrick is finished adding to his roster. The Caps had a very busy past couple of weeks, adding Alex Tuch and Jordan Kyrou, reshaping a roster that just missed the playoffs.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 3

Chris Patrick reveals how Alex Ovechkin played into Capitals’ offseason plans

It was a big announcement in D.C. when Alex Ovechkin announced he would return to the Washington Capitals for one more season. Now, GM Chris Patrick has revealed how he approached the Capitals’ offseason plans and where Ovechkin fit into them, according to ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 29

NHL Rumors: Latest news on Alex Ovechkin

Sammi Silber of The Hockey News: “GM Chris Patrick also said he has a number in mind for what Alex Ovechkin’s next contract looks like *if* he returns.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26

What kept Capitals’ Chris Patrick awake at night before Alex Tuch, Jordan Kyrou deals

Thanks to the work of general manager Chris Patrick, the Washington Capitals have acquired not one but two right-handed players with plenty of offensive upside.

Washington Capitals News / DC Sports King / June 26

Capitals Shift Focus of Roster Overhaul with Two More Trades

If you stepped away from your phone for five minutes this week, you probably missed another Washington Capitals blockbuster. Fresh off injecting high-octane offensive firepower into the top six by acquiring stars Jordan Kyrou and Alex Tuch, General Manager Chris Patrick kept the phone lines burning.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 20

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.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 24

NHL Rumors: Capitals hope to land top-six forward during offseason; a look at some positional notes for Canucks

Sammi Silber of The Hockey News: The Washington Capitals have been trying to acquire a top-six forward for a while now, and GM Chris Patrick believes it could happen this offseason.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Are the Capitals looking to sell after Nic Dowd trade?

The Washington Capitals made a surprising trade on Thursday morning, shipping out center Nic Dowd to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for a 2029 second-round pick, a 2027 third-round pick and goaltending prospect Jesper Vikman.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 16

Capitals Looking To Add Skilled Winger

With the trade deadline now two months away and a soft deadline coming in the form of a trade freeze before the Olympics, teams are starting to make calls to see who could be out there to fill their needs. The Capitals are no exception and speaking with reporters today (video link), GM Chris Patrick indicated what he’d like to add to his roster.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / July 16, 2025

3 Trade Candidates the Capitals Should Pursue This Summer

Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick revealed his plan to add a top-six forward to the lineup when they became finalists in the Nikolaj Ehlers sweepstakes, before he signed a six-year, $51 million contract with the Carolina Hurricanes on July 3.

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / August 9, 2025

Capitals GM 'Really Excited' by Prospect Performance at Development Camp

The Washington Capitals wrapped up the 2025 Capitals Development Camp on Saturday with a 3-on-3 hockey tournament. The camp event provides Capitals prospects with hands-on coaching time for skill development and fundamental hockey skills training.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 7, 2025

Washington Capitals tried to sign a big-name free agent

David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period: The San Jose Sharks have some interest in Bowen Byram. Also in on Byram are the Los Angeles Kings, Calgary Flames, and the St.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / July 5, 2025

Watch: Chris Patrick after 2025 Development Camp

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / June 30, 2025

Capitals 2025 Draft Notes: 2 Trades and 4 Picks on Day 2

The Washington Capitals completed two trades and selected four players on Saturday at the 2025 NHL Draft, adding to first-round choice Lynden Lakovic from Friday night.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / May 19, 2025

Watch: Chris Patrick & Brian MacLellan Press Conference

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / April 9, 2025

Capitals sign Patrick Thomas to a three-year entry-level contract

Washington Capitals senior vice president and general manager Chris Patrick announced Wednesday that the club has signed forward Patrick Thomas to a three-year, entry-level contract beginning in the 2025-26 season.

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 8, 2025

Capitals winger suffers significant setback in injury recovery

There’s another winger that the Capitals were hoping to get back soon, but that’s no longer the case for Sonny Milano.

Capitals make surprising trade for rival's winger

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Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / March 4, 2025

Deadline Week Begins ft. Chris Patrick & Shayna Goldman

Jeff Marek is joined by Chris Patrick, General Manager of the Washington Capitals, and Shayna Goldman. Breaking down with Chris the Washington Capitals’ start to the season, Alex Ovechkin’s chase of Gretzky, how the Capitals might approach the trade deadline, and much more.