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Washington Capitals June 10

Team USA, Capitals star TJ Oshie announces retirement after 16 NHL seasons

Team USA star and Washington Capitals icon T.J. Oshie announced his retirement in front of a crowd of fans on Monday.

Washington Capitals May 29

Capitals clarify email announcing Alex Ovechkin’s final season was sent in error

Alex Ovechkin's future in the NHL remains undecided after the Washington Capitals had to walk back an email Thursday that "mistakenly alluded" to next year being his final season.

Stanley Cup Playoffs April 26

Capitals' Tom Wilson, Canadiens' Josh Anderson brawl on bench in wild Stanley Cup Playoffs scene

Washington Capitals' Tom Wilson and Montreal Canadiens' Josh Anderson got into a period-ending brawl on a team bench that sparked more fights during the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Washington Capitals April 9

Alex Ovechkin admits he had doubts about reaching Wayne Gretzky record

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin appeared on 91±¬ÁÏ Channel's "Fox & Friends" on Wednesday to talk his record-setting achievement.

Washington Capitals April 7

Putin congratulates Alex Ovechkin after breaking NHL record

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin for breaking Wayne Gretzky's record for most career goals.

Washington Capitals April 6

Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky's record for most career goals

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin scored goal No. 895 on Sunday against the New York Islanders. He broke Wayne Gretzky's career mark.

Washington Capitals April 5

FBI Director Kash Patel celebrates Alex Ovechkin's historic night alongside Wayne Gretzky: 'Huge props'

In the stands at at Capital One Arena on Friday night, FBI Director Kash Patel sat alongside Wayne Gretzky to watch Alex Ovechkin tie his NHL record.

NHL April 4

Wayne Gretzky reacts to Alex Ovechkin tying his NHL goals record: 'That's OK'

Wayne Gretzky is all aboard the Gr8 Chase train, as he began following Alex Ovechkin on Friday night amid his quest to become the NHL's all-time leading goalscorer.

Washington Capitals April 4

Alex Ovechkin ties Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal record

Alex Ovechkin is now one goal away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer. Ovechkin tied the "Great One" on Friday.

Washington Capitals April 3

Alex Ovechkin scores career goal No 892 as he nears Wayne Gretzky's all-time mark

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin inched closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky's career goals record on Wednesday night with a score against the Carolina Hurricanes.

NHL April 2

Alex Ovechkin odds: When will he break Wayne Gretzky's scoring record?

Ovi is just a few goals away from breaking Gretzky's scoring record. Will he do it this season? And if so, against which team will he do it? See the odds.

Washington Capitals March 5

Alex Ovechkin donates to pediatric cancer research as he chases NHL history

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin announced Wednesday he will donate a dollar amount equal to his career goal total to cancer research as he chases an NHL record.

Washington Capitals March 1

Washington Capitals to honor DCA plane crash victims with helmet decal

The Washington Capitals and Tampa Bay Lightning will honor the victims of the DCA plane crash, one month to the day of the horrific accident.

Opinion February 1

Forget breaking Gretzky's record. Could Ovechkin become president of Russia?

The Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin is not just an NHL superstar with his sights set on Gretzky's scoring record. He is also renowned for loving his native Russia and her people. 

Washington Capitals January 22

Capitals netminder Logan Thompson blames rogue nacho platter for Oilers goal

A cheesy interruption during the Capitals game in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on Tuesday night almost threatened Washington's win streak, which improved to five straight after a win over the Oilers.

Washington Capitals January 21

Team USA, Capitals star TJ Oshie preaches love for country after Trump post gets backlash

Washington Capitals star T.J. Oshie, who has had some historic moments with Team USA, had to defend his post of a President Donald Trump graphic on Monday.

NHL January 21

Tom McVie, longtime NHL coach, dead at 89

Tom McVie, Boston Bruins ambassador and former coach for the Washington Capitals, New Jersey Devils and Winnipeg Jets, is dead at age of 89.

Washington Capitals November 28

NHL goalie inexplicably puts lead goal in own net

Washington Capitals goalie Charlie Lindgren had an all-time blunder on Wednesday night, scoring a goal into his own net while trying to make a pass.

Washington Capitals November 22

Alex Ovechkin's quest to break Wayne Gretzky's coveted NHL record on hold after brutal injury

Alex Ovechkin was on pace to become the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer this season, but a broken fibula has put his quest for history on hold.

Washington Capitals September 12

Stephen Peat, former NHL enforcer with Capitals, dies from injuries following tragic accident

Stephen Peat, a former forward for the Washington Capitals during his four seasons in the NHL, has died at the age of 44 after suffering injuries in an accident.

Stanley Cup Playoffs April 21, 2024

Rangers' Matt Rempe makes immediate impact in 1st postseason game: 'I think I'm built for the playoffs'

Matt Rempe helped the New York Rangers to a 4-1 victory over the Washington Capitals in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and felt at home doing it.

Washington Wizards March 22, 2024

Wizards, Capitals' proposed move not permitted for at least another 24 years, DC attorney general argues

Wizards and Capitals owner Ted Leonsis wants to relocate the NBA and NHL franchises, but his plans for a multibillion-dollar sports and entertainment development face a new challenge.

Colorado Avalanche March 19, 2024

Chris Simon, who won Stanley Cup with Avalanche, dead at 52

Chris Simon, a Stanley Cup champion with the Colorado Avalanche, has died at the age of 52, the team announced on Tuesday. The cause of death was not provided.

NHL February 1, 2024

Anonymous NHL player poll reveals player with the most punchable face: ‘Always hated the guy’

Florida Panthers forward Nick Cousins was voted NHL player "whose face you most want to punch," according to The Athletic's anonymous player poll.

Virginia January 8, 2024

Virginia Legislature to take up proposed Wizards, Capitals stadium move in 2024 session

Virginia's Legislature is set to begin its lengthy consideration of a plan to develop a new sports arena complex in Alexandria, rehoming both the Washington Wizards and Capitals.

Columbus Blue Jackets December 22, 2023

Blue Jackets goalie unleashes on infamous NHL agitator leading to overtime loss: 'He got what he deserved'

Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis Merzlikins was given a roughing call after unleashing on Washington Capitals agitator Tom Wilson, resulting in a power play for the Capitals and ultimately Alex Ovechkin’s game winner.

91±¬ÁÏ Flash December 14, 2023

Washington Wizards, Capitals plan to depart DC as crime crisis intensifies; Youngkin celebrates move

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin spoke about potential details of a deal to bring major D.C. sports to his state amid an uptick in Washington crime on "The Ingraham Angle."

NHL September 16, 2023

Stanley Cup champ Jaromir Jagr hints at return to pro hockey at age 51: 'Anticipation before the start'

Age appears to be nothing more than an a number, especially when it comes to former NHL standout and current Czech Republic hockey team owner Jaromir Jagr.

NHL August 31, 2023

Two-time Stanley Cup champion retires after 11 seasons in the NHL over ‘severe’ eye injury

Veteran NHL player Carl Hagelin announced his retirement from the NHL after 11 seasons following a “severe" eye injury he sustained in March 2022.

Washington Capitals May 30, 2023

Capitals hire Maple Leafs assistant Spencer Carbery as head coach

For the first time in nine years, the Capitals failed to qualify for the postseason. The franchise has tapped one of the NHL's rising assistants to lead the team's turnaround.