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Apr 11, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) gets ready to shoot the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images

Alex Ovechkin says he will finish career with another team

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Jul 20, 2026

Will the Capitals regret trading promising youngster who earned massive extension?

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Jul 19, 2026

What if Barry Trotz had stayed the Capitals' head coach in 2019?

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Jul 16, 2026

Capitals announce home opener for 2026-27 season

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Jul 15, 2026

19. Steve Yzerman (1984-2004). In the mix: Joe Sakic, Larry Robinson

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What if the Capitals had traded Kevin Hatcher for Steve Yzerman

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Jul 15, 2026

Mar 22, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrate from the ice with his oldest son Sergei Ovechkin (not pictured) in the stands after defeating the Florida Panthers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Alex Ovechkin admits he is pushing for 1000-goal milestone

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Jul 15, 2026

Jun 26, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Oliver Suvanto reacts beside NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being selected with the eighteenth pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft by the Washington Capitals at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Capitals sign Oliver Suvanto to 3-year, entry-level contract

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Jul 14, 2026

Dec 31, 2010; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins former forward Mario Lemieux (66) and Washington Capitals former players Peter Bondra (12) and Michal Pivonka look for the puck during the Winter Classic alumni game at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

What if the Capitals had beaten the Penguins in the 1992 playoffs?

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Jul 14, 2026

December 1, 2011; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals fans hold up a sign supporting Capitals' coach Dale Hunter (not pictured) during a stoppage in play against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

What if the Capitals had beaten the Islanders in the Easter Epic

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Jul 13, 2026

Capitals acquire Tyler Kopff from Sabres in exchange for Zac Funk

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Jul 13, 2026

Filip Forsberg (9) LW, 6' 1\", 205 lbs, born:Aug 13, 1994 in Ostervala, Sweden

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What if the Washington Capitals never traded Filip Forsberg?

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Jul 11, 2026

November 1, 2011; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals mascot "Slap Shot" skates on the ice prior to the Capitals game against the Anaheim Ducks at Verizon Center. The Capitals won 5-4 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Capitals GM willing to part with this forward after roster moves

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Jul 9, 2026

January 20, 2012; Raleigh, NC, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) against the Carolina Hurricanes at the RBC center. The Hurricanes defeated the Capitals 3-0. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Alex Ovechkin calls the Capitals "one of the best teams" after active offseason

Jesse Courville-Lynch

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Jul 8, 2026

Mar 22, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates with teammates after an assist on goal by Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome (17) during the second period against the Florida Panthers at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

The Caps 3 best value contracts point to this one fact

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Jul 8, 2026

Nov 24, 2017; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Boone Jenner (38) against the Ottawa Senators at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Caps free agent signing raising eyebrows is sneaky good move

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Jul 7, 2026

Dec 1, 2023; Newark, New Jersey, USA; San Jose Sharks goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen (36) celebrates with defenseman Jacob MacDonald (9) after defeating the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Capitals sign Jacob MacDonald

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Jul 7, 2026

Miles Wood, of the Devils, and Alex Ovechkin, of the Capitals, get into a fight in the first period. Thursday, October 11, 2018

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Capitals' Alex Ovechkin leaves door open on playing past 2026-27 season

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Jul 7, 2026

Mar 8, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks defenseman Vincent Desharnais (5) plays the puck against New York Islanders during the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Capitals reportedly tried to acquire Vincent Desharnais at 2026 Trade Deadline

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Jul 5, 2026

Oct 11, 2014; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates a goal against the Boston Bruins during the first period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Capitals latest free agent signing was painfully obvious

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Jul 3, 2026

Mar 25, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detroit Red Wings defenseman Justin Holl (3) before the game against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Capitals get a depth makeover with latest signings

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Jul 2, 2026

Mar 24, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Boone Jenner (38) reacts against the Philadelphia Flyers in the second period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Boone Jenner signs with the Capitals

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Jul 1, 2026

Mar 8, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks defenseman Vincent Desharnais (5) plays the puck against New York Islanders during the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Capitals sign Vincent Desharnais

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Jul 1, 2026

Capitals' RFA updates heading into free agency

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Jun 30, 2026

Jun 26, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Oliver Suvanto reacts beside NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being selected with the eighteenth pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft by the Washington Capitals at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Newest Caps might be the second coming of this legendary player

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Jun 29, 2026

Apr 26, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) gets set for a face-off during the third period in game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Last week the Capitals put the league on notice with 3 moves

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Jun 29, 2026

KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA - MARCH 04: Tyus Sparks #88 of the Spokane Chiefs carries the puck against the Kelowna Rockets at Prospera Place on March 04, 2026 in Kelowna, British Columbia. (Photo by Steve Dunsmoor/Getty Images)

Tyus Sparks was a smart pick for the Capitals

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Jun 27, 2026

Jun 26, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Oliver Suvanto reacts beside NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being selected with the eighteenth pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft by the Washington Capitals at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Capitals address their biggest need and draft Suvanto

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Jun 27, 2026

Dec 3, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman Declan Chisholm (47) looks to pass against the San Jose Sharks in the first period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Caps ship Chisholm to New Jersey for 2027 draft pick

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Jun 26, 2026

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