Capitals-Bruins Preview
The Washington Capitals made a brief stop home after losses at the first two stops of this five-game road swing for their first consecutive defeats of the season. JANUARY 5, 2016
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SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) Jaromir Jagr scored two goals, including the game-winner in the third period, and Al Montoya made 38 saves as the streaking Florida Panthers beat the Minnesota... JANUARY 4, 2016
Johnson, Saad score twice each; Jackets beat Caps 5-4 in SO
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) It may be too late, but the disappointing Columbus Blue Jackets showed what they can be in wins over the NHL's top two teams this week. JANUARY 3, 2016
Johnson, Saad score twice each; Jackets beat Caps 5-4 in SO
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) It may be too late, but the disappointing Columbus Blue Jackets showed what they can be in wins over the NHL's top two teams this week. JANUARY 3, 2016
Jackets take down East's best Caps in shootout
Jack Johnson and Brandon Saad each had two goals, Ryan Johansen scored in the third round of the shootout and the last-place Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Capitals 5-4 to give Eas... JANUARY 3, 2016
Capitals' Trotz on loss to Hurricanes: 'We had a couple passengers'
Capitals' Trotz on loss to Hurricanes: 'We had a couple passengers' JANUARY 1, 2016
Backstrom, Beagle injured in Caps' win over Sabres
WASHINGTON (AP) Jay Beagle and Nicklas Backstrom left with injuries during the Washington Capitals' 5-2 comeback win over the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday night. DECEMBER 31, 2015
Holtby, Capitals beat Sabres 2-0 for 8th straight win
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) The Washington Capitals are off to the best start in franchise history, and captain Alex Ovechkin says goalkeeper Braden Holtby has been the team's most importa... DECEMBER 29, 2015
Capitals-Sabres Preview
Goaltender Braden Holtby might downplay what he and his Washington Capitals have been up to lately, but there is no stepping around the history books. DECEMBER 28, 2015
Capitals-Sabres Preview
Goaltender Braden Holtby might downplay what he and his Washington Capitals have been up to lately, but there is no stepping around the history books. DECEMBER 27, 2015
Canadiens-Capitals Preview
The start of the 2015 portion of the NHL schedule was Montreal's time. The end is threatening to cancel out that success, and the slide started with an early December loss to Washi... DECEMBER 25, 2015
Capitals' Trotz campaigning for Backstrom to receive All-Star recognition
Capitals' Trotz campaigning for Backstrom to receive All-Star recognition DECEMBER 23, 2015
Capitals win 6th straight game, beat Hurricanes 2-1
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals' top-line scorers don't always have to do it all. Their lower-line forwards gave them enough offense to keep their win... DECEMBER 22, 2015
Capitals close with 6 straight goals, beat Rangers 7-3
NEW YORK (AP) The Washington Capitals are growing up. DECEMBER 21, 2015
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MONTREAL (AP) Joe Pavelski scored once and added an assist as the San Jose Sharks beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-1 on Tuesday night to snap a six-game skid. DECEMBER 16, 2015
Senators-Capitals Preview
Alex Ovechkin has won three MVPs and five Maurice "Rocket" Richard trophies while at least tying for the Washington Capitals' points lead every season since he entered the league i... DECEMBER 15, 2015
New coach, old story: Pens lose in Sullivan debut
Pittsburgh comes out flying for a shift, are overwhelmed by duo of Oshie and Holtby despite season-high 45 shots DECEMBER 15, 2015
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PITTSBURGH (AP) T.J. Oshie scored twice and added an assist as the Washington Capitals spoiled Mike Sullivan's coaching debut for the Pittsburgh Penguins in a 4-1 win on Monday ni... DECEMBER 15, 2015
Capitals beat Red Wings in shootout, 3-2
WASHINGTON (AP) For 65 minutes, Jimmy Howard played brilliantly in goal for the Detroit Red Wings. DECEMBER 9, 2015
Capitals beat Red Wings in shootout, 3-2
WASHINGTON (AP) For 65 minutes, Jimmy Howard played brilliantly in goal for the Detroit Red Wings. DECEMBER 9, 2015
Red Wings-Capitals Preview
Although the Detroit Red Wings are scoring goals in bunches during a lengthy point streak, few teams have been as stingy defensively as the Washington Capitals. DECEMBER 8, 2015
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DETROIT (AP) Gustav Nyquist scored 1:41 into overtime and the Detroit Red Wings overcame a pair of two-goal deficits to beat the Nashville Predators 5-4 on Saturday night. DECEMBER 6, 2015
Capitals lose challenge, game on OT goal by Jets
Capitals lose challenge, game on OT goal by Jets DECEMBER 6, 2015
Capitals-Jets Preview
Amid their longest winning stretch in three seasons, the Washington Capitals are still looking to play better. DECEMBER 4, 2015
Capitals-Maple Leafs Preview
The Washington Capitals continued their strong play against Atlantic Division teams their last time out. The Toronto Maple Leafs have witnessed first-hand how dominant they can be. NOVEMBER 28, 2015