Tag Archives: Alumni

Capitals Alumni Profile: Dennis Maruk

Posted on February 10, 2019 by

All Capitals fans are aware that Alex Ovechkin holds nearly every goal scoring record for the team, including goals for a single season and goals for a career.  But years ago, there was another prolific goal-scorer who plied his trade … Continue reading →

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Thank You, Beags – A Tribute to Fan Favorite Jay Beagle

Posted on February 4, 2019 by

On Tuesday night, the Capitals will look to bounce back from a poor Super Bowl Sunday showing against the Boston Bruins in a nighttime contest against the Vancouver Canucks. But Tuesday will also see longtime Capitals forward Jay Beagle play … Continue reading →

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Capitals Alumni Profile: Dmitri Khristich

Posted on September 23, 2018 by

Getty Images All Capitals fans are aware of the goal-scoring exploits of Alexander Ovechkin who is the most recent and current player to don No. 8 on his sweater for the team. A generation ago, the Caps had another goal-scoring … Continue reading →

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The Cupless Caps: An Open Letter to the Former Caps Who Just Missed the Glory

Posted on August 7, 2018 by

Paul Sancya/Associated Press We’ve all thought about it at one point or another since June, “I wish _____ had been on the team when the Capitals won the Stanley Cup”. It’s common to grow a personal fondness to certain players, … Continue reading →

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Capitals Alumni Profile: Alan May

Posted on April 14, 2018 by

Photo: NHL Alan May is one of the most recognizable faces among Capitals fans, as the former NHLer is a staple on Capitals television broadcasts on NBC Sports Washington, and is not afraid to give straightforward analysis on the team’s … Continue reading →

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Washington Capitals Alumni Profile: Michal Pivonka

Posted on October 27, 2017 by

Photo: NHL In the 43-year history of the Capitals, the team has had a number of talented, playmaking forwards. While current first-line center Nicklas Backstrom is the team’s all-time assists leader, the record was formerly held by one of the … Continue reading →

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Bourbon and Cigars – Capitals’ Alumni Event – June 26

Posted on May 20, 2017 by

Join the Washington Capitals Alumni Association, in partnership with the Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation, as they host the inaugural Bourbon & Cigar fundraiser on Monday, June 26, from 7-10 p.m. at the W Hotel Rooftop in Washington, D.C. 

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History Behind A Number: No. 7

Posted on April 16, 2017 by

Throughout the Capitals’ 42 years in existence, they’ve issued a total of 87 different jersey numbers to the hundreds of players that have suited up in the District. In NoVa Caps’ brand new feature, History Behind A Number, NoVa Caps’ … Continue reading →

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