Category: Washington Capitals
Capitals try to find positives after first-round sweep by New York Rangers: ‘No one expected us to be in the playoffs’
CapsWASHINGTON, DC — The Washington Capitals spent much of their season fighting from the brink. After a difficult start to the 2023-24 campaign, the Caps clawed their way back into the playoff picture in the final months of the season, culminating in a Game 82 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. When...
Read moreAlex Ovechkin believes he still has a few playoff runs left in him: ‘I hope I’m still going to get a couple chances’
Alex OvechkinWashington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin left his postgame media availability on a positive note despite the solemn circumstances of Sunday night’s 4-2 loss to the New York Rangers. After outlining his personal struggles in the four-game sweep, Ovechkin spoke highly of his team’s overall journey to...
Read moreTJ Oshie last player to leave the ice after Capitals eliminated in playoffs
Dylan StromeTJ Oshie was noticeably the final player to leave the ice after the Washington Capitals were eliminated by the New York Rangers from the playoffs on Sunday. After hugging Tom Wilson, Oshie stayed on the Capital One Arena ice for an extra moment to take in the crowd and wave before walking down the r...
Read moreRangers sweep Capitals 🧹🧹🧹
Vincent TrocheckThe Washington Capitals got swept by the New York Rangers. Nick Jensen committed a rather unfortunate turnover, allowing Kaapo Kakko an easy goal. Martin Fehervary responded with a monster shot after a monster pass from Aliaksei Protas. But on late-period power play, Vincent Trocheck roofed it, givi...
Read moreSo you’re telling me there’s a chance
Washington CapitalsLoser’s mentality or not, the Washington Capitals accomplished something major when they made the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs despite all of the adversity they faced all season long. Now, down in what appears to be an insurmountable 3-0 series hole, the eighth-seeded Capitals will try to create some r...
Read moreCaps frustrated by Rempe's hit on van Riemsdyk
Trevor van RiemsdykCapitals players and coaches are frustrated with Rangers rookie Matt Rempe for his questionable hit on Trevor van Riemsdyk in Game 3 of their series on Friday night.
Read moreMatt Rempe on hit that injured Capitals defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk: ‘I thought it was a clean hit. I just went through the body.’
van RiemsdykMatt Rempe played just 5:16 of ice time in the New York Rangers’ Game Three win over the Washington Capitals but still managed to leave his mark on the night. The hulking forward threw a hit on Capitals defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk in the first period that landed him in the penalty box — and
Read moreRangers Defeat Capitals to Go Up 3-0 in Their Series
Barclay GoodrowThe New York Rangers took a commanding 3-0 in the first-round NHL playoff series by defeating the Washington Capitals 3-1 on Friday (April 25) at the Capitol One Arena. John…
Read moreLive blog: Capitals vs Rangers – Round 1, Game 3
New York RangersThe Washington Capitals are down two games to none in their first-round series against the New York Rangers, but tonight optimism renews. The Capitals beat the Rangers in both of their home games at Capital One Arena and tonight marks the first home playoff game since May 13, 2022. Washington will b...
Read moreCharlie Lindgren’s cover of ‘Talladega’ has become the Capitals’ victory song
Washington CapitalsARLINGTON, VA — After the Washington Capitals clinched a playoff spot in Game 82 against the Philadelphia Flyers last week, they celebrated with a rousing rendition of Eric Church’s “Talladega” in the locker room. Head coach Spencer Carbery confirmed that the tradition started midway through the sea...
Read moreWhat Spencer Carbery wants to see from the Capitals heading into Game Three
CapsARLINGTON, VA — The Washington Capitals started the first round of the 2024 NHL playoffs with a whimper, dropping their first two games to the New York Rangers. After losing 4-1 to kick off the series, the Caps fared somewhat better in Game Two, falling 4-3 but launching a sustained, albeit failed,...
Read moreCapitals-Rangers series sets new viewership records for NHL first-round playoff matchup
RangersThe Washington Capitals and New York Rangers renewed acquaintances in the playoffs for the first time in almost a decade on Sunday and a huge national audience tuned in. According to ESPN PR, Game One of the Capitals-Rangers series was the most viewed opening game of a first-round NHL playoff series...
Read moreRangers Game 2 line matchups: Changed matchups weren’t as effective
CapsThe New York Rangers took a 2-0 series lead on the Washington Capitals last night with a thrilling 4-3 win. […]
Read moreSpencer Carbery says Alex Ovechkin’s struggling early in Rangers’ series: ‘He looks a little bit off. He’s not getting looks.’
Alex OvechkinThe Washington Capitals-New York Rangers’ first round series is headed to DC for Games Three and Four and the Caps are facing a big hole. The team scored just two five-on-five goals in the two losses and have gotten nothing from Alex Ovechkin, their superstar captain. Ovechkin, the team’s leading go...
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