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Apr 12, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) talks with Capitals left wing Ilya Protas (62) during a stoppage in play against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

The Caps have a forward problem

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Aug 9, 2026

Capitals should keep their eye on star Wild defenseman if negotiations go sideways

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Aug 6, 2026

Forgotten Capitals prospect may finally be ready to make the jump

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Aug 5, 2026

Capitals' first-round pick wants to "be big and mean" and embrace physical style

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Aug 3, 2026

Sep 22, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Ivan Fedotov (82) makes a save on Andrew Cristall (28) Flyers defenseman Adam Ginning (13) defends in the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Capitals lose promising prospect in 2023 NHL redraft from trusted pundit

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Jul 30, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman Cole Hutson (44) skates with the puck as Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Samuel Girard (49) defends during the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Several NHL prospects believe Capitals rookie will win 2026-27 Calder Trophy

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Jul 30, 2026

May 1, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) points to his goaltender after being congratulated at the bench after scoring against the Boston Bruins during the first period of game six of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Capitals' head coach speaks highly of new additions and details plans for them

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Jul 30, 2026

Apr 2, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman Cole Hutson (44) celebrates his goal against the New Jersey Devils during the first period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

Capitals prospect Cole Hutson plans on completing his degree next summer

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Aug 1, 2026

Sep 27, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals forward Jakob Vrana (13) scores a goal on Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Daniil Tarasov (40) in the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Capitals traded away the opportunity to draft future superstar in 2021

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Aug 2, 2026

Scenes from the National Mall in Washington, D.C., show the area as the U.S. Capital prepares for America's 250th anniversary.

NHL sticks it to Capitals fans once again

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Jul 27, 2026

May 16, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) plays the puck against Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) during the second period in game six of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Alex Tuch listed as one of 10 worst contracts in the NHL by trusted pundit

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Jul 23, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome (17) passes the puck against the Buffalo Sabres during the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Capitals player says team focused on one thing for 2026-27 season

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Jul 23, 2026

Apr 14, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Boone Jenner (38) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Washington Capitals during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Capitals key free agent signing excited for new chapter with new team

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Jul 22, 2026

Apr 11, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) gets ready to shoot the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images

Alex Ovechkin says he will finish career with another team

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Jul 20, 2026

Mar 22, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals center Connor McMichael (24) looks on from the ice against the Florida Panthers during the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Will the Capitals regret trading promising youngster who earned massive extension?

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Jul 19, 2026

Feb 2, 2018; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Washington Capitals head coach Barry Trotz watches the third period against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG PAINTS Arena. The Penguins won 7-4. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports

What if Barry Trotz had stayed the Capitals' head coach in 2019?

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Jul 16, 2026

Capitals announce home opener for 2026-27 season

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Jul 15, 2026

19. Steve Yzerman (1984-2004). In the mix: Joe Sakic, Larry Robinson

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What if the Capitals had traded Kevin Hatcher for Steve Yzerman

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Jul 15, 2026

Mar 22, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrate from the ice with his oldest son Sergei Ovechkin (not pictured) in the stands after defeating the Florida Panthers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Alex Ovechkin admits he is pushing for 1000-goal milestone

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Jul 15, 2026

Jun 26, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Oliver Suvanto reacts beside NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being selected with the eighteenth pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft by the Washington Capitals at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Capitals sign Oliver Suvanto to 3-year, entry-level contract

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Jul 14, 2026

Dec 31, 2010; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins former forward Mario Lemieux (66) and Washington Capitals former players Peter Bondra (12) and Michal Pivonka look for the puck during the Winter Classic alumni game at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

What if the Capitals had beaten the Penguins in the 1992 playoffs?

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Jul 14, 2026

December 1, 2011; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals fans hold up a sign supporting Capitals' coach Dale Hunter (not pictured) during a stoppage in play against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

What if the Capitals had beaten the Islanders in the Easter Epic

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Jul 13, 2026

Capitals acquire Tyler Kopff from Sabres in exchange for Zac Funk

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Jul 13, 2026

Filip Forsberg (9) LW, 6' 1\", 205 lbs, born:Aug 13, 1994 in Ostervala, Sweden

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What if the Washington Capitals never traded Filip Forsberg?

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Jul 11, 2026

November 1, 2011; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals mascot "Slap Shot" skates on the ice prior to the Capitals game against the Anaheim Ducks at Verizon Center. The Capitals won 5-4 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Capitals GM willing to part with this forward after roster moves

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Jul 9, 2026

January 20, 2012; Raleigh, NC, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) against the Carolina Hurricanes at the RBC center. The Hurricanes defeated the Capitals 3-0. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Alex Ovechkin calls the Capitals "one of the best teams" after active offseason

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Jul 8, 2026

Mar 22, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates with teammates after an assist on goal by Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome (17) during the second period against the Florida Panthers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

The Caps 3 best value contracts point to this one fact

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Jul 8, 2026

Nov 24, 2017; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Boone Jenner (38) against the Ottawa Senators at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Caps free agent signing raising eyebrows is sneaky good move

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Jul 7, 2026

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