Washington Capitals

Mar 11, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik (44) applies a head lock on Washington Capitals center Jay Beagle (83) during a scuffle in the third period at the CONSOL Energy Center. The Penguins won 2-0. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Barry Trotz defends Washington Capitals signing Orpik

NHL: The state of Sidney Crosby vs Alex Ovechkin

Brooks Orpik signs 5-year deal with Washington Capitals

NHL trade: Capitals acquire goaltender Eddie Pasquale from Winnipeg on draft day

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Mar 6, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Capitals goalie Braden Holtby (70) squirts the water bottle during the second period against the Boston Bruins at TD Banknorth Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals name Braden Holtby starter for 2014

Mar 22, 2014; San Jose, CA, USA; San Jose Sharks defenseman Dan Boyle (22) controls the puck ahead of Washington Capitals center Chris Brown (67) during the first period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

NHL rumors: Washington Capitals to pursue top defenseman

NHL Rumors: Washington Capitals won’t buy out Brooks Laich

Apr 8, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Nashville Predators head coach Barry Trotz watches his team take on the Dallas Stars during the third period at the American Airlines Center. The Stars defeated the Predators 3-2 in the overtime shootout. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals hire Barry Trotz as head coach, promote Brian MacLellan to GM

Apr 8, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Nashville Predators head coach Barry Trotz watches his team take on the Dallas Stars during the third period at the American Airlines Center. The Stars defeated the Predators 3-2 in the overtime shootout. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Reports: Barry Trotz nearing deal to be Washington Capitals head coach

Apr 13, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals right wing Alex Ovechkin (8) clears the puck from in front of Capitals goalie Braden Holtby (70) as Tampa Bay Lightning center Alex Killorn (17) chases in the first period at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Alex Ovechkin returning to Russia’s lineup at World Hockey Championships

Jan 13, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Wayne Gretzky at a press conference at Dodger Stadium in advance of the NHL Stadium Series 2014 Los Angeles game between the Anaheim Ducks and the Los Angeles Kings. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals to hire Wayne Gretzky?

Washington Capitals fire head coach Adam Oates and general manager George McPhee

Nov 9, 2013; Glendale, AZ, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Martin Erat (10) skates against the Phoenix Coyotes during the game at Jobing.com Arena. The Coyotes defeated the Capitals 4-3 in the overtime shootout. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals F Martin Erat to Replace Vladimir Sobotka on Czech Republic Roster for Sochi

Nov 29, 2013; Dallas, TX, USA; A view of the arena before the game between the Dallas Stars and the Chicago Blackhawks at the American Airlines Center. The Blackhawks defeated the Stars 2-1 in the overtime shootout. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

NHL TV Schedule: Where to Watch, Start Time, and TV Info – January 21st

Oct 14, 2013; Boston, MA, USA; A general view of the TD Garden during the second period in a game between the Detroit Red Wings and Boston Bruins. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

NHL TV Schedule: Where to Watch, Start Time, and TV info – January 2nd

Oct 1, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; A general view during the playing of the national anthem before the game between the Washington Capitals and Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Grabowski-USA TODAY Sports

NHL TV Schedule – December 20th

Alex Ovechkin injury update: Washington Capitals forward skates, could play against New York Islanders

Tough to feel sorry for Philadelphia Flyers after they goon it up against Washington Capitals

Mike Green key to turnaround for the Washington Capitals

Martin Erat soars as Mikhail Grabovski sinks for the Washington Capitals

Martin Erat: “I’m not 21 years old waiting for somebody to get hurt or somebody to play bad”

Washington Capitals Shake up lines, move Mikhail Grabovski down and Martin Erat up

May 13, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; A general view prior to the game between the Washington Capitals and the New York Rangers in game seven of the first round of the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers Preview

Thomas Vanek breaks the code, probably upsets Adam Oates as he scores with his stick between his legs

Mar 20, 2012; Dallas, TX, USA; A general view of a puck during the game between the Dallas Stars and the Phoenix Coyotes at the American Airlines Center. The Stars defeated the Coyotes 4-3 in the overtime shootout. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Around the League: Tonight’s Matchups – October 3rd

Apr 23, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) takes to the ice prior to the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at Verizon Center. The Capitals won 5-3 and clinched the Southeast Division championship. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

NHL MVP 2013: Alex Ovechkin Wins Hart Memorial Trophy

May 13, 2013; Washington, DC, USA; The New York Rangers celebrate from the bench after scoring a goal against the Washington Capitals in the second period in game seven of the first round of the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Rangers vs. Capitals Final Score: New York Shuts Out Washington to Win Series; Advances to Eastern Conference Semifinals

Mandatory Credit: Debby Wong-USA TODAY Sports

Rangers vs. Capitals Final Score: New York Forces Game 7 with 1-0 Win over Washington