Ovechkin prepares to take flight
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The Capitals' superstar will be the focal point of the Winter Olympics in his home country.
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A closer look at Scrivens’s record night
A closer look at the record-setting performance by the OIlers goalie on Wednesday shows shots that, while far too numerous in quantity, were largely lacking in quality.
Laich misses practice, will be game-time decision Sunday
The Capitals forward misses practice Saturday after leaving Friday’s game with tightness in his groin.
Oates expects Green to return Sunday
The Caps defenseman skated Saturday after missing most of the week with a head injury, and his coach expects him to play Sunday.
Late goal secures a point in Detroit
With seven seconds left the Capitals managed to secure a point.
Capitals’ net effort is still a loss
Goaltender Michal Neuvirth delivers his best game of the season with 42 saves in Detroit, but Washington fails to capitalize.
Oates: ‘You’ve got to be patient’
Oates talks about his approach after the Capitals’ latest discouraging loss.
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Players model Caps Courage
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Fan taunts Adam Oates
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Ovechkin prepares to take flight
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Capitals endure a painful night at Columbus
The Blue Jackets exploit every poor decision and defensive lapse by the visitors and drill Washington.
Caps’ Ovechkin heads to Sochi with the weight of a nation on his shoulders
Long before he dreamed of planting a kiss on the Stanley Cup, Alex Ovechkin yearned to feel the weight of Olympic gold around his neck.
Open thread: Caps at Blue Jackets
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Caps ready to atone for ugly loss to Columbus
The Capitals played one of their worst games of the year here two weeks ago and they’re determined to avoid a repeat performance.
Carlson eager for golden chance at Olympics
Capitals defenseman John Carlson has been skating toward his Olympic dream for years, picking up several highlights along the way.
12 numbers to know for men's Olympic hockey
Men's hockey will be one of the most watched events at the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, Russia. Here are 12 Olympic ice hockey stats you need to know.
Caps hold optional practice in Columbus
With six games in the 10 days left before the Olympic break, Oates wants to make sure players get enough rest.
Brouwer not crashing the net
Capitals winger Troy Brouwer hasn’t been generating as many shots in high-traffic areas.
Watch: Weber’s dangerous hit on Backstrom
Should the Sabres’ defenseman receive supplemental discipline for his hit on Nicklas Backstrom?
Capitals slip past lowly Sabres in OT
Washington squanders three leads against the worst team in the NHL before edging Buffalo in overtime.
Seeking some legislative help
The long dry spells of the local pro teams and their downturns of late bring a call for special legislation.
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The PSL crew makes Super Bowl predictions and discusses the Wizards’ .500 curse.
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