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Capitals narrowly tip Avalanche in 4-3 OT win
The Washington Capitals blew a 3-1 lead, but Evgeny Kuznetsov’s overtime goal lifted the Caps to a 4-3 win over the Colorado Avalanche.
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Toews gets hat trick as Blackhawks beat slumping Caps 8-5
Jonathan Toews had three goals and two assists, Patrick Kane added two goals and two assists, and the Chicago Blackhawks handed the Washington Capitals their season-high fifth consecutive loss with an 8-5 victory on Sunday.
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Backstrom helps Caps win 14th straight over Bruins, 4-2
Nicklas Backstrom scored in the third period after missing a game, and Alexander Ovechkin netted his NHL-leading 31st and 32nd goals of the season, helping the Washington Capitals win their 14th straight over the Boston Bruins with a 4-2 victory Thursday night.
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Capitals rally in third to edge Red Wings 3-2
Michal Kempny scored with 3:52 remaining, and the Washington Capitals snapped their three-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday night.
2 months ago -
Tom Wilson breaks tie in 3rd, Capitals beat Sabres 2-1
Washington has won six of its last seven games and has beaten the Sabres twice at home in less than a week. Buffalo is 0-5-2 in its last seven games in Washington.
2 months ago -
WATCH: Caps take a break from ice to bring smiles to sick children
The children at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital received a special treat this week. Instead of being stuck with needles or undergoing tests, these kids got to enjoy some quality time with their heroes on the ice. See photos.
2 months ago -
Aberg’s 2 goals in 3rd lift Ducks to 6-5 surprise over Caps
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trailing the defending Stanley Cup champions by four in the second period, the Anaheim Ducks believed they had a chance. They were right. Pontus Aberg scored twice in the third, including the…
3 months ago -
What we’re thankful for in DC sports
The Caps finally won a title, but that’s not the only thing D.C. sports fans can be thankful for this year. The WTOP Sports staff shares their picks.
3 months ago -
How many people used extra Metro service during Capitals’ Stanley Cup run?
When the Washington Capitals won the Stanley Cup this spring, there was almost as much drama about whether Metro would stay open as there was on the ice. But data obtained by WTOP show relatively few people ended up using the extra Metro service, except on the night the Capitals actually won the title.
4 months ago -
Capitals F Tom Wilson’s 20-game suspension upheld by Bettman
Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson’s 20-game suspension for an illegal check to an opponent’s head in a preseason game has been upheld by NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman.
4 months ago -
Ovechkin has 2 goals, 2 assists as Caps beat Canucks 5-2
The defending Stanley Cup champions also got goals from John Carlson, Evgeny Kuznetsov and T.J. Oshie.
4 months ago -
Kuznetsov’s 4-point night helps Capitals beat Golden Knights
Evgeny Kuznetsov continued his dominance against the Vegas Golden Knights, scoring a goal and assisting on three more as part of a 5-2 Washington Capitals victory Wednesday night.
4 months ago -
My Take: It’s still hard to believe it’s real in Capsland
The Washington Capitals celebrated their title Wednesday, and the feeling is still kind of strange.
5 months ago -
Defending Stanley Cup champion Capitals eyeing a repeat
Now that the celebrations are over, being the champs and trying to bounce back from success are new challenges for Alex Ovechkin and Co. after years of playoff disappointment.
5 months ago -
PHOTOS: DC athletes pose with furry friends for Humane Rescue Alliance
D.C. sports fans and avid animal lovers unite: A new book from the Humane Rescue Alliance features glossy photos of star athletes and some cuddly teammates. See photos.
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