Spencer Carbery
Capitals Finding Early Season Success: What’s Working?
- Hayley Paljug
- November 14, 2024
The Washington Capitals currently sit at third in the Metropolitan Divison, eighth in the league, and have accumulated 21 points in 15 games played this season. This time last year, fans were questioning whether or not the team even had a fighting chance at playoff contention and wondered about the state of their superstar captain, […]
Read MoreTed Leonsis Wins 1000th game as Washington Capitals Owner
- Hayley Paljug
- November 7, 2024
Ted Leonsis, owner of the Washington Capitals and CEO of Monumental Sports and Entertainment, notched his 1000th win since becoming majority owner of the team in 1999. This makes him the second-fastest active NHL owner to reach the 1000-win mark, doing so in just 1,907 games. He was beat out only by Jeremy Jacobs of […]
Read MoreAndrew Cristall, Jakub Vrana, Henrik Rybinski Fighting for Capitals Roster Spot
- Hayley Paljug
- October 4, 2024
The Washington Capitals’ roster decisions are coming down to the wire, as the team must be at 23 men by October 7th– just five days away. The team made some decisive cuts recently, placing Ethen Frank, Hardy Häman-Aktell, Alex Limoges, Riley Sutter, and Chase Priskie on waivers. However, young talents Andrew Cristall, Jakub Vrana, and […]
Read MoreEvaluating Spencer Carbery’s Rookie Coaching Season
- Hayley Paljug
- May 9, 2024
Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery made his debut with the team in the 2023-2024 season. The Capitals had just come off of their worst season in recent history, led by Peter Laviolette, in which they missed the playoffs for the first time in nine years. Carbery, the youngest coach in the league, was dealing […]
Read MoreK’Andre Miller Putting it All Together at the Right Time for the Rangers
- Alex Dudley
- April 25, 2024
New York Rangers defenseman K’Andre Miller has always had a high ceiling. His big frame, smooth skating, and incredible reach complement a high (and still-developing) hockey IQ. But his path, not unusually or unexpectedly, has not been linear. There have been moments of jaw-dropping brilliance mixed with performances that left one wanting. Luckily for the […]
Read MoreWashington Capitals Clinch Final Wildcard Spot in Game 82
- Hayley Paljug
- April 17, 2024
April 16th was a contentious day in the Eastern Conference. The Washington Capitals, Philadelphia Flyers, Detroit Red Wings, and Pittsburgh Penguins were all vying for the final wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference playoff race. As the Capitals faced the Flyers, they were outshot 28-18, but a reliably strong performance from goaltender Charlie Lindgren and […]
Read MoreAlex Ovechkin Sets New NHL Record; Capitals Back in a Wildcard Spot
- Hayley Paljug
- April 10, 2024
A New NHL Record In Tuesday night’s win against the Detroit Red Wings, Alexander Ovechkin put his name in history books once again. With just eight seconds remaining in the period, Ovi slipped the puck past goaltender Alex Lyon and netted his 30th of the season, making him the only player to reach a 30-goal […]
Read MoreWashington Capitals and Hershey Bears Extend Affiliation Agreement
- Hayley Paljug
- January 31, 2024
It was announced on Monday that the NHL’s Washington Capitals and the AHL’s Hershey Bears have extended their affiliation agreement through the 2029-2030 season, adding another 6 years to the partnership. The teams have been affiliated with each other continuously since the 2005-2006 season, and Hershey boasts a record of 783-428-72-91 since the partnership began. […]
Read MorePlayer Profile: Aliaksei Protas
- Hayley Paljug
- January 23, 2024
23-year-old forward Aliaksei Protas recently signed a five-year, $16.875 million extension contract with the Washington Capitals. He seems excited about the opportunity, stating, “It’s a big honor. I’m so proud. This team, this organization believed in me. They give me chance to chase my dreams and to reach my dream to play in the NHL. […]
Read MoreTJ Oshie Returns to DC, Ovechkin Out for Maintenance
- Hayley Paljug
- January 9, 2024
TJ Oshie Returns to DC, Ovechkin Out for Maintenance
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