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Why are the Capitals and Penguins Rivals?

Washington Capitals fans are no strangers to having a deep-seated disgust for the team from Pittsburgh, and vice versa. The rivalry between Washington and the Penguins seems to go back for ages, but where did it come from in the first place? Why are the Capitals rivals with the Penguins, specifically, and not another metropolitan […]

When Can Newly-Drafted Prospects Break Through Into The NHL?

When do or can prospects make the jump to the NHL/AHL level? Most NHL prospects take 3-5 years post-draft to reach the NHL, with less than a third of first-rounders making an NHL team. Factors like skill development and individual progression dictate the timeline. Additionally, a strict NHL-CHL agreement impacts where prospects can play, depending on age. Any player under the age of 20 is ineligible to play in the AHL. NHL Entry Draft intricacies, entry-level contracts, Russian political issues and AHL stints shape a prospect’s journey.

A Look Back at TJ Oshie’s 1,000 NHL Games

Washington Capitals veteran forward TJ Oshie played his 1,000th career NHL game on Saturday as the team faced the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena. The Capitals got a 2-1 victory with Oshie’s longtime teammates Tom Wilson and Alex Ovechkin notching the team’s goals. Let’s take a look back at Oshie’s nearly 16-year career in the […]

PHOTOS: Washington Capitals vs. Edmonton Oilers – 03/13/2024

EDMONTON, AB – Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals traveled to Edmonton Wednesday to take on the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. The Oilers would get off to a roaring start, burying a pair of power-to-play goals in the opening seven minutes, but the Capitals quickly clawed their way back into the game by burying […]

Grading All 32 NHL Teams’ 2024 Trade Deadline

Here is the Inside The Rink entire NHL Trade Deadline breakdown. It was a quieter deadline, but it was still full of excitement nonetheless. We have compiled all the moves for you below, including links to every single article written analyzing trade deadline moves at Inside The Rink. Atlantic Division The Atlantic Division was not […]

Analyzing the Capitals’ Trade Deadline Moves

The Washington Capitals mostly flew under the radar in the 2024 trade deadline season. With only three transactions made, the team remains mostly intact. General Manager Brian MacLellan explained the reasoning behind a low-key trade deadline day, indicating that they were hoping to add another young player to the roster after signing Rasmus Sandin. “We […]

Toffoli & Miller Set to Make Jets Debut vs. Washington (Game 64)

The Winnipeg Jets begin their three-game homestand tonight as they welcome the Washington Capitals to the Canada Life Centre. Newly acquired Jets players Tyler Toffoli and Colin Miller are set to make their Jets debut. The Jets are coming off a brutal 5-0 loss to the Vancouver Canucks. See how your Winnipeg Jets shape up tonight against […]

Blackhawks Lose 4-1 vs. Washington Capitals, Tyler Johnson Scores Lone Goal | 3/9/2024

After ending a seven-game skid with a 5-2 victory, the Blackhawks lost 4-1 against the Washington Capitals on Saturday, March 9th. This was Washington’s second straight win, their first being against the Pittsburgh Penguins where they shut them out on Thursday 6-0. However, Chicago did put in some effort and they were able to avoid […]

Carolina Hurricanes Acquire Another Forward

The Carolina Hurricanes acquire another forward after acquiring Jake Guentzel last night.

The Pittsburgh Penguins Took a Tough 6-0 Loss Against the Washington Capitals | 03/07/2024

The Pittsburgh Penguins hosted the Washington Capitals at the PPG Paints Arena on Thursday, March 7th. Unfortunately, after a relieving and exciting 5-3 victory on Tuesday against the Columbus Blue Jackets, Charlie Lindgren shut out the Penguins for his fourth shutout of the season. Alex Ovechkin recorded his 840th NHL goal and an assist to […]