Category Archives: Management

While the Moves Made (So far) This Summer May Say Otherwise, Caps Fans Need to Trust Brian MacLellan

Posted on July 7, 2017 by

Toni L. Sandys/The Washington Post  After another disappointing end to their season, the Capitals’ offseason got off to a promising and nice start with the re-signing of right wing T.J. Oshie to an eight-year contract. After losing defensemen Nate Schmidt … Continue reading →

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McPhee on Las Vegas Trading for Ovechkin: “That’s Not Going to Happen”

Posted on June 3, 2017 by

As the 2017 NHL Scouting Combine wrapped up this morning in Buffalo, the league’s newest General Manager, George McPhee of the Vegas Golden Knights, met with the media to discuss the expansion draft, the NHL entry draft, and potential trades, … Continue reading →

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Aussie Aussie Aussie, oi oi oi – Caps Re-sign Walker!

Posted on June 1, 2017 by

HERSHEY, PA — That roar you may have heard was Bears Nation voicing their approval, as the Washington Capitals announced they have re-signed Nathan Walker, their 3rd round draft pick in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.

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Are Big Changes Necessary for the Capitals or Should they Try and Stay the Course?

Posted on May 17, 2017 by

Bruce Bennett/Getty Images  So here we go again, another disappointing start to the summer. The Capitals were eliminated in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again by their rivals, the Pittsburgh Penguins. It’s a stinging feeling that never goes … Continue reading →

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Don’t Shovel Dirt on Ovechkin, Just Yet

Posted on May 13, 2017 by

 It’s become somewhat of a tradition. As soon as the Capitals’ season ends, stories begin to swirl about how Ovechkin is washed up, and the Capitals should trade him. Here’s a few reasons why that might not be a good … Continue reading →

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NHL Expansion Draft – Key Dates and Times to Know

Posted on May 12, 2017 by

With the 2016-2017 season in the books, attention now shifts to this year’s massively important off-season. It’s an off-season that should be very interesting when talking about the Washington Capitals. You don’t need us telling you why, it’s been said … Continue reading →

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Is Trotz on the “Hot Seat” (Readers Poll)

Posted on May 10, 2017 by

Coach Trotz is wrapping up his third season at the helm of the Capitals. He’s racked up an impressive regular season record and two Presidents Trophies, yet the post-season record is all too familiar with previous head coaches, that ultimately … Continue reading →

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Ovechkin Moved to Third Line In Practice

Posted on May 5, 2017 by

With the Capitals trailing 3-1 in their Eastern Conference Semifinal series with the Pittsburgh Penguins, head coach Barry Trotz has decided to make a few changes, at least for Friday’s practice.

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Capitals Recall Stephenson from Hershey

Posted on April 21, 2017 by

The Washington Capitals have recalled forward Chandler Stephenson from the Hershey Bears of the American Hockey League (AHL), senior vice president and general manager Brian MacLellan announced today. 

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Capitals Recall Paul Carey

Posted on March 24, 2017 by

In a release, the Washington Capitals and Hershey Bears announced that Paul Carey has been recalled today. 

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