It wasn’t the prettiest game. The Capitals probably didn’t deserve to win the game. But the Capitals got a much-needed home win against the Anaheim Ducks 5-4 in overtime. The first period was quite possibly...
After starting a franchise best 7-0, the Washington Capitals lost their 2nd game in a row last night on their short 2-game road trip to the Great North. Losing 2-1 to a good, young, fast...
Sports Illustrated, as they do every week, has released their NHL power rankings. Here’s their top ten, and my opinion on each team. Generally, their rankings are fairly accurate, and this week’s rankings are no...
The Capitals finally won a game in regulation. Ironically, the one game they have won in regulation was also arguably their sloppiest. Tomas Vokoun was phenomenal in goal, saving 33 of 34 shots. The Capitals...
In a battle of unbeatens, the Washington Capitals took down the Pittsburgh Penguins last night. It was the Caps’ third win in this young season, and their third OT victory at that. These guys just...
During the Capitals 3-2 overtime victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, there was a fight in the third period. Before I continue, let me put the fight in context: Jay Beagle is a hard-nosed young player....
Sports Illustrated has released their first NHL Power Rankings of the year. I’ll go over their top 10. For the complete SI rankings, click here. 1. Detroit Red Wings. Can’t argue with that. So far, the...
The Capitals got a taste of sweet revenge as they beat divisional foes Tampa Bay Lightning, who swept the Capitals in the 2010-2011 playoffs. From the opening face off to Semin’s game-winning goal in the...
The Washington Capitals started off their season on the right foot (skate?) with a 4-3 victory over their division rivals, the Carolina Hurricanes. It was a terrific way to start off the season. Here’s what...
In front of a raucous sellout crowd at Verizon Center last night, the red curtain was raised on the Washington Capitals 2011-12 season, and the boys did not disappoint. With several new additions trying to...
