Category Archives: Capitals
Missing Postseason Will Help Capitals’ Future
For the better part of three years, there has been one mantra that has been attached to the Washington Capitals: their season will be judged on postseason success. That is what happens when a team runs roughshod over seven months … Continue reading
After ‘Canes Blowout, Are Roster Changes Needed?
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Coming into the Washington Capitals’ game with the Eastern Conference’s last place team, the Carolina Hurricanes, Monday in Raleigh, the ‘Canes were without goalie Cam Ward, forward Tuomo Ruutu and … Continue reading
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Caps Top Six: An ‘A’ For Effort?
Weeks like this stink for Top Six rankings because coming up with six players who are worthy of individual praise in a 1-2 week is a bit trying. Let’s do a quick run through of the schedule (not that this … Continue reading
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Where Has Secondary Scoring Gone?
Entering Saturday, only three teams in the NHL – the Detroit Red Wings, Nashville Predators and Philadelphia Flyers – had more double-digit goal scorers than the Washington Capitals’ eight. That statistic may surprise you and the likely reason is because … Continue reading
Superstars Get It Done Against Panthers
To briefly summarize the Washington Capitals’ 2-1 victory over the Florida Panthers Friday, let’s just say it wasn’t pretty. There’s a laundry list of concerns, but in the end the Caps got what matters: two points in the standings. Let’s quickly run … Continue reading
KOL Examines The Trade Deadline – Part V
If there is one thing that sports fans cannot live without, it is speculation. That being said, the NHL trade deadline is fast approaching – February 27 at 3 p.m. ET – so ’tis the season to start speculating. The … Continue reading
Philipp Grubauer Years Away From NHL, But Maturity Level Already There
While paying a rare visit to Kettler Capitals Iceplex Wednesday, Washington Capitals associate goaltender coach and former Caps goaltender Olaf Kolzig shared his thoughts on recent developments within the organization, including head coach Dale Hunter’s decision to start Braden Holtby … Continue reading
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Dale Hunter Undermines Michal Neuvirth’s Confidence, Could Leave Lasting Impact
To say that Michal Neuvirth’s season so far has been tumultuous would be an understatement. Actually, Neuvirth’s turmoil started even before the season did, when he went from being the presumed No. 1 goaltender for the Washington Capitals after the … Continue reading
Washington’s Blind Faith Could Lead To Premature End Of Season
The events surrounding the Washington Capitals over the last 24 hours can best be described as inane. After Michal Neuvirth started Sunday’s 3-2 loss to the New York Rangers in place of an ill Tomas Vokoun, head coach Dale Hunter … Continue reading
Caps Top Six: Well, This Week Flippin’ Stunk
If you haven’t seen the tweets or read about it yet, Jason Chimera was a bit testy after the Capitals’ 3-2 loss Sunday. In Jesse Spector’s story for The Sporting News, Chimera’s interview turned a bit blue. From Spector’s piece: … Continue reading
