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sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Capitals Reveal 84-Game 2026-27 Schedule, Opening Back-to-Back Road Test

The Washington Capitals released their 84-game 2026-27 regular-season schedule—the NHL’s first 84-game slate since 1993–94—opening with back-to-back road games against the Hurricanes and Lightning and a home opener Oct. 7 vs. the Penguins. The season features two five-game homestands, several three-game road trips, 14 back-to-backs, and a Feb. 4–12 All-Star break. Washington will split its schedule by facing Metropolitan rivals twice, other Eastern Conference teams three times, and Western Conference teams twice; captain Alex Ovechkin signed a one-year extension and could be entering his 22nd, potentially final, season.

via RMNB|

#2026-27-schedule #back-to-back-games #capitals

sports1 month ago•17 min saved

Ovechkin stays in DC, signs 1-year deal to chase Cup

Alex Ovechkin will return for a 22nd NHL season with the Capitals on a one-year contract carrying an average annual value of $4.25 million, as Washington aims to rebound from missing the playoffs and pursue another Stanley Cup.

via NHL.com|

#capitals #contract #free-agent

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Ovechkin signs incentive-rich one-year deal with Capitals

Alex Ovechkin inked a one-year, $4.25 million contract with the Washington Capitals, with incentives that could push the value to about $9 million, ensuring at least one more season for the 41-year-old to chase the NHL’s all-time goals record and help the Capitals pursue another deep playoff run.

via Bleacher Report|

#capitals #contract #goals-record

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Sabres trade Tuch to Capitals for Kampf and 2027 third-round pick

The Buffalo Sabres traded forward Alex Tuch to the Washington Capitals in exchange for forward David Kampf and a 2027 third-round pick (originally San Jose’s). Kampf, 31, is set to become an unrestricted free agent on July 1 after a 6-point season split between Vancouver and Washington, while Tuch, 30, is also slated to hit free agency; Sabres GM Jarmo Kekäläinen indicated re-signing Tuch wasn’t expected, making this a sign-and-trade that ends Tuch’s five-season run in Buffalo (begun after they acquired him from Vegas in 2021).

via NHL.com|

#alex-tuch #capitals #nhl

sports2 months ago•7 min saved

Caps Trade McMichael for Kyrou to Jump-Start the Top Six

Washington Capitals ship Connor McMichael, prospect Milton Gastrin, and a first-round pick to the St. Louis Blues in exchange for Jordan Kyrou, a move aimed at upgrading the club’s top-six offense. The panel weighs Kyrou’s proven 30-goal output and two-way game against the price and McMichael’s potential, plus the economics of an $8M AAV and the Capitals’ remaining center-depth questions. Kyrou adds speed and scoring but is a winger, so more moves could follow to complete a retooling of the roster.

via RMNB|

#blues #capitals #hockey

sports2 months ago•4 min saved

Blues ship Kyrou to Capitals for McMichael, a Swedish prospect and a 16th overall pick

The St. Louis Blues traded winger Jordan Kyrou to the Washington Capitals for forward Connor McMichael, prospect Milton Gastrin and the Capitals’ No. 16 pick in Friday’s NHL Draft, while St. Louis adds four first-round selections (Nos. 11, 15, 16, 29). Kyrou, 28, had been the Blues’ leading goal scorer for three straight seasons but posted a down 2025-26; his contract runs through 2031 with an $8.125 million cap hit and no salary retained. McMichael, 25, had 14 goals and 46 points in 78 games this past season; Gastrin, 19, is a Swedish prospect projected as a bottom-six forward. The move signals a rebuild-or-retool approach for the Blues and a bid by the Capitals to add a dynamic winger for the present and future.

via The New York Times|

#blues #capitals #jordan-kyrou

sports2 months ago•6 min saved

Capitals Enter 2026 Draft with Five Picks, Eyeing a Top-Six Forward

The 2026 NHL Draft takes place June 26–27 in Buffalo. Washington Capitals will have five selections thanks to trades for Jakob Chychrun, Justin Sourdif and David Kampf, while giving up picks to Florida, Ottawa and Vancouver. They own two first-rounders (16th and 18th) after receiving an extra pick from Anaheim for John Carlson, plus picks in the 4th, 5th and 7th rounds. Vegas forfeited a second-round pick, and Capitals GM Chris Patrick has said the club is willing to move draft capital to land a top-six forward.

via RMNB|

#capitals #draft-trades #first-round-picks

sports3 months ago•2 min saved

Penguins’ playoff drought extends to eight years after 2026 exit

The Pittsburgh Penguins were eliminated by the Philadelphia Flyers in overtime in Game 6 of the 2026 playoffs, marking eight straight seasons without a playoff-series win since their 2018 exit to the Washington Capitals. The piece notes Kuznetsov’s overtime winner that year as a turning point and highlights Pittsburgh’s ongoing postseason struggles, including several years missing the playoffs.

via RMNB|

#capitals #flyers #nhl

sports4 months ago•5 min saved

Capitals map offseason options around Ovechkin's uncertain future

Capitals GM Chris Patrick and president Brian MacLellan said they’re giving Alex Ovechkin time to decide his future, with plans for either him returning to a Cup-contending window or moving on. They emphasized the goal of keeping the team competitive, discussed a potential role for Ovechkin next season, noted ownership involvement and cap-space flexibility, and indicated a decision would ideally come around the draft but will respect Ovechkin’s process.

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#capitals #nhl #offseason

sports4 months ago•4 min saved

Canucks lead the field as Capitals eye a slim 0.5% shot in the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery

The NHL announced the 2026 Draft Lottery will be held May 5 in Secaucus with a live ball-drawing format broadcast on ESPN, Sportsnet, and TVA Sports to determine the order of the first 16 picks. Vancouver Canucks hold the best odds at 18.5% to win the top pick, while the Washington Capitals have the joint-worst 0.5% chance to move up 10 spots to sixth. The lottery uses 1,000 combinations and only the top 11 seeds can move up. Gavin McKenna is viewed as the likely No. 1 pick; the 2026 Draft takes place June 26-27 in Buffalo with a decentralized format. A Toronto- Bruins dynamic about a potential pick transfer remains part of the storyline.

via RMNB|

#canucks #capitals #draft-lottery

sports4 months ago•22 min saved

Ovechkin undecided on retirement, leaving Capitals and family guessing

Alex Ovechkin said he doesn’t know yet if he’ll retire, telling reporters he hasn’t made a decision as his team contemplates the season, and even his young sons are left guessing as they ask about his future.

via The Washington Post|

#capitals #hockey #nhl

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

Ovechkin’s possible final NHL game gets a playful send-off from Oshie—Subway and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos

Before what could be Alex Ovechkin’s final NHL game, he sat for a pregame ESPN interview with longtime Capitals teammate TJ Oshie, who surprised him with his go-to snack duo—Subway and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. The pair discussed Ovechkin’s future, health, and the difficult decision ahead, noting he played all 82 games this season at age 40—the fifth player in NHL history to do so—and reflecting on what he might miss if he retires.

via RMNB|

#capitals #interview #nhl

sports4 months ago•2 min saved

Hurricanes rest stars as Flyers race to knock Capitals from playoff picture

Carolina is sitting top players (Aho, Svechnikov, Jarvis, Slavin, Gostisbehere) against the Flyers, giving Philadelphia a real shot to end Washington’s playoff hopes. A Flyers win in regulation or overtime/shootout eliminates the Capitals, who can max out at 95 points with a win over Columbus. If Philly only earns a point versus Carolina, Washington would need Montreal to lose on Tuesday to stay alive. Jalen Chatfield returns for Carolina, and Brandon Bussi has won five straight; the Flyers have struggled against the Hurricanes historically (8 straight losses, 16 of 17).

via RMNB|

#capitals #flyers #hurricanes

sports4 months ago•3 min saved

Ovechkin Signals Uncertainty on Retirement After Possible Final Capitals-Penguins Night

Alex Ovechkin hinted at an undecided future after what could be his final Capitals home game, waving off the Penguins during a handshake line as Crosby organized the gesture. The 100th Capitals–Penguins meeting ended with Ovechkin earning an assist on Connor McMichael’s empty-net goal, and he noted he’ll decide whether to return this summer despite fans chanting for “One more year.”

via RMNB|

#capitals #crosby #ovechkin

sports4 months ago•3 min saved

Malkin says Ovechkin isn’t retiring—he’ll be back next season, hungry for more

Evgeni Malkin states he doesn’t believe Alex Ovechkin will retire after this season, predicting a return next year because he’s still hungry and had a 30-plus goal season. The longtime rivals and friends shared dinners and memories off the ice, underscoring their deep bond from Russian junior days to the NHL as Ovechkin’s possible final home game unfolded.

via RMNB|

#capitals #malkin #nhl