Monthly Archives: December 2017

Barry Trotz Continues to Climb the Coaching Wins Ladder

Posted on December 31, 2017 by

The Capitals closed out 2017 with a big win over the Devils which put them back into first place in a tight Metropolitan Division race. The victory was not only significant for standings points, it was significant for their coach, placing him … Continue reading →

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Washington Capitals Practice Schedule – 1/1 Through 1/5

Posted on December 31, 2017 by Jon Sorensen

Below are the scheduled times for the Washington Capitals upcoming practices and game day ‘morning skates‘. All practices and morning skates at Kettler Capitals Iceplex are open and free to the general public. Please be advised that practice times are subject … Continue reading →

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News and Notes from Sunday’s Capitals Practice: Last Practice of 2017 and Santa Makes an Appearance

Posted on December 31, 2017 by

Photo: @Capitals The Capitals took the ice at Kettler Capitals Iceplex for the team’s final practice of 2017. Washington will head into the New Year sitting in first place in the Metropolitan Division following their big 5-2 win over the New Jersey … Continue reading →

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Capitals Offense From the Defense Continues to Progress After Slow Start

Posted on December 31, 2017 by Harrison Brown

Photo by Geoff Burke/NHLI via Getty Images The Capitals got a huge two points against the Devils, primarily because of the offense they were getting from their defense. The Capitals’ defense combined for three goals and three assists to lead … Continue reading →

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Nathan Walker Returns in Hershey Bears OT Loss to WBS Penguins (Photos)

Posted on December 30, 2017 by

A night after earning a 4-2 win over the Springfield Thunderbirds, the Hershey Bears fell 2-1 in overtime to their division rival Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, despite a strong performance from goalie Vitek Vanecek. It would’ve been nice to pickup the two points against the Bears’ … Continue reading →

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Hershey Bears Downed in OT By Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Despite Outstanding Night From Vitek Vanecek

Posted on December 30, 2017 by Michael Fleetwood

Photo: Tori Hartman A night after earning a 4-2 win over the Springfield Thunderbirds, the Hershey Bears fell 2-1 in overtime to division rival Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins despite a strong night from goalie Vitek Vanecek.

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Capitals Run Over Devils 5-2, Sit Alone Atop Metro Division Standings

Posted on December 30, 2017 by Jon Sorensen

The Washington Capitals beat the New Jersey Devils 5-2 Saturday night at Capital One Arena. The Capitals would jump out to a quick lead with two goals in the first 12 minutes of the game, and never look back. The Capitals … Continue reading →

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Welcome Back MoJo! Capitals Pay Tribute to Marcus Johansson

Posted on December 30, 2017 by

For seven seasons, Marcus Johansson provided not only a spark among the forwards at the center position. He also provided a spark on the Capitals power play. Whether it was assisting on goals or providing the scoring itself, Johansson will … Continue reading →

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Pregame News Links: Devils at Capitals – Battle for First in the Metro

Posted on December 30, 2017 by Harrison Brown

Photo: NHL The Washington Capitals clash with the New Jersey Devils for first place in the Metropolitan Division. A single point separates the two teams after the Devils escaped home with a point against the Buffalo Sabres last night. The … Continue reading →

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Capitals’ Draft Pick Axel Jonsson Fjallby is Opening Eyes at World Junior Championship