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Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / October 7
Tom Wilson produces 3 points as Capitals get past Penguins
Tom Wilson had a goal and two assists to lead the host Washington Capitals to a 5-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday. It was the 76th regular-season meeting and 101st overall matchup of all-time goal leader Alex Ovechkin, 41, who announced on Monday this would be his final season, and Sidney Crosby, 39.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 5
Fantasy Hockey 2026-27: Weekly Strength of Schedule and Streaming Targets — Week 2
Welcome to Week 2 of the Daily Faceoff Fantasy Strength of Schedule, your weekly guide to which teams’ schedules are worth streaming and which ones to avoid.
Washington Capitals News / Dose.ca / August 2
Cole Hutson was reprimanded by Tom Wilson
Making your debut in the National League is never easy, even for the most talented prospects. Young players will inevitably make mistakes, and that doesn't always sit well with the team's veterans.
'I’ve never seen Tom Wilson angrier than he was against the Canadiens.'
In the 2025 playoffs, the Canadiens faced the Capitals in the first round. Martin St-Louis's team, which made the playoffs at the very last minute, ultimately lost the series in five games.
The biggest draft bust for every NHL team
People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / June 16
Tom Wilson Is the Heart & Soul of the Washington Capitals
As a longtime staple of the Washington Capitals roster, Tom Wilson’s reputation precedes him. While many across the league get a sour taste in their mouth at his name, fans of the team know that he is truly a force to be reckoned with.
Tom Wilson’s unexpected praise for Josh Anderson
Josh Anderson is the perfect fit for the playoffs. And so far, even though he isn't the Habs' leading scorer, he's been valuable with his physical play and his ability to disrupt the opposition.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 15
The top five likeliest villains of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs
You could be forgiven for thinking the upcoming Stanley Cup playoffs feel a bit less villainous than years past.
Washington Capitals News / NHL Trade Talk / February 22
Tom Wilson steps up in gold medal game with massive hit
With the game notched at 0-0, Team Canada’s Tom Wilson delivered a massive, tone-setting hit on Team USA’s Dylan Larkin early in the gold medal game at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
NHL News / Breakaway on SI / February 16
Team France Defenseman Removed From Winter Olympics After Fight
Pierre Crinon of Team France has been suspended by the French ice hockey federation for the remainder of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. The suspension follows his on-ice fight with Tom Wilson of Team Canada in the Feb.
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 / Yardbarker / February 15
Why IIHF made the wrong call in not suspending Team Canada's Tom Wilson after fight at Olympics
It didn't take long for Washington Capitals right winger Tom Wilson to lose his temper at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 14
Ugly Kevin Fiala injury highlights risk NHL takes at Olympics
While the tournament itself is thrilling fans and a source of pride for players, there is an enormous risk for the league with relatively little reward.
NHL News / Yardbarker / February 5
George Parros' role in player safety remains stain on NHL
George Parros, the head of the NHL's Department of Player Safety, has a lot of explaining to do lately.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 21
Washington Capitals Activate Tom Wilson
According to Sammi Silber of DC Backcheck, the Washington Capitals have activated forward Tom Wilson from the injured reserve. Additionally, Silber shared that the team has reassigned forward Ivan Miroshnichenko to the AHL’s Hershey Bears in a corresponding roster move.
Washington Capitals News / NHL Trade Talk / January 5
Capitals Get Good News Regarding Tom Wilson Injury
According to reports, Washington Capitals forward and Team Canada selection Tom Wilson is officially listed as day-to-day after suffering an injury. He won’t play tonight, but it appears the team dodged a big bullet, and there is no fear Wilson won’t be available for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / January 3
Capitals’ Tom Wilson leaves game vs. Blackhawks with lower-body injury
The Washington Capitals announced on social media that forward Tom Wilson left Saturday’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks with a lower-body injury and was listed as being “questionable” to return.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / January 2
Does Team USA have an answer for Team Canada's Tom Wilson?
This time around, Canada is bringing Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson to the Olympics in Milano-Cortina.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / December 1
Does Tom Wilson deserve a spot on Canada’s Olympic team?
Hockey Canada has a set of difficult decisions to make as the deadline for finalizing their roster for the Olympic Games in February in Italy approaches.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 10, 2025
Capitals desperately need Alex Ovechkin to break out of scoring slump
Through three games in their second round series with Carolina, Alexander Ovechkin and the Capitals are in trouble. The Hurricanes now own a 2-1 series edge after blanking Washington 4-0 on Saturday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 8, 2025
Capitals' Tom Wilson shows his value in Game 2 win
Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson is the classic love-hate player in the NHL. You likely love him if he plays for your team and you likely hate him if he does not.
Washington Capitals News / Athlon Sports / May 2, 2025
Capitals' Tim Wilson Raises Eyebrows With Comments on Hurricanes
The Washington Capitals will be going up against the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. After an impressive showing in the first round against the Montreal Canadiens, Washington will be looking to keep things going strong.
NHL News / House of Hockey / May 1, 2025
Tom Wilson Makes Controversial Comments After Defeating Montreal Canadiens in Game 5
Tom Wilson and the Capitals rolled past Montreal in round one of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and after the game, the veteran called out his defeated opponent.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 28, 2025
Capitals flex their muscles, take commanding series lead vs. Canadiens
With a 5-2 win on Sunday, the Washington Capitals made anyone who thought Montreal could make a series out of their first-round matchup think again.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 26, 2025
Watch: Tom Wilson, Josh Anderson fight on Capitals bench
The Stanley Cup playoffs can get heated when two teams have to keep playing each other game after game. Tensions get high, anger starts to build and sometimes emotions just erupt.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / February 11, 2025
Has Capitals' Tom Wilson finally shed his goon label?
The name Tom Wilson used to be synonymous with fisticuffs and suspension-worthy hits in the NHL. But over the last several seasons, the Capitals forward has seen less and less of the penalty box while seeing his point totals rise consistently.
Washington Capitals News / Breakaway on SI / December 8, 2024
Capitals' Tom Wilson Plays Hero After Scary Incident
The Washington Capitals were down by a goal in the third period of their contest against the Montreal Canadiens. It seemed like a game that was full of bad bounces and bad luck for the Caps.
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