Tag Archives: Brooks Orpik

“I Think Carly Makes Everything Look So Easy, He’s So Efficient”: Brooks Orpik Touts John Carlson, Talks Career with Penguins and Capitals

Posted on June 25, 2022 by Michael Fleetwood

The Washington Capitals’ run to the 2018 Stanley Cup championship was bolstered by a veteran core that featured a defensive unit that proved steady en route to the team’s first championship. Among the core pieces was Brooks Orpik, who was … Continue reading →

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Former Capitals’ Defenseman Orpik Graduates From Boston College

Posted on May 24, 2022 by Harrison Brown

Photo: @BC_MHockey Former Washington Capitals defenseman Brooks Orpik graduated from Boston College earlier this week.

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A Review Of Common Strategies For Dodging The NHL’s Salary Cap

Posted on September 5, 2021 by Diane Doyle

Photo: NHL Since the salary cap was implemented as part of the NHL Collective Bargaining Agreement prior to the 2005-06 season, teams have taken advantage of loopholes to jettison a player who seemed overpaid relative to their perceived value. Many … Continue reading →

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Brooks Orpik Named To Boston College Athletic Hall Of Fame Class Of 2021

Posted on August 28, 2021 by Jon Sorensen

Former Washington Capitals defenseman Brooks Orpik has been selected to the Boston College Varsity Club Athletic Hall of Fame for the fall of 2021.

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Scoring GM Brian MacLellan’s Moves Since The Capitals Won The Stanley Cup In 2018

Posted on June 14, 2021 by Harrison Brown

Photo: @Capitals The Washington Capitals 2019-20 roster saw significant changeover during the last offeseason. Changes included a new coaching staff, tweaks to the bottom-six forward group as well a substantial overhaul of the Capitals’ defense.

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Is Brooks Orpik The Guy to Replace Reid Cashman?

Posted on June 5, 2020 by Jon Sorensen

The Capitals announced earlier this week that assistant coach Reid Cashman will be leaving at the end of the season to become the head coach at Dartmouth. To many, the move sounded like a mutually agreed-upon conclusion to Cashman’s time … Continue reading →

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Capitals Players & Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic Host “Wish Upon A Par” Event (PHOTOS)

Posted on January 12, 2020 by Della Young

On Sunday, Washington Capitals fans had the exclusive opportunity to attend the “Wish Upon A Par” event, hosted by Brooks and Erin Orpik, Tom Wilson, and Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic. NoVa Caps’ photojournalist Joe Noyes was on hand capturing the action this … Continue reading →

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Top Capitals Hits Of The Decade

Posted on December 30, 2019 by Harrison Brown

Photo: Flickr This past decade was one that Washington Capitals fans will remember for the rest of their lives with nine Stanley Cup Playoff appearances, three Presidents’ Trophies, and one Stanley Cup under their belt. In the closing hours of … Continue reading →

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“Wish Upon A Par” Event, Hosted By Brooks Orpik, Tom Wilson, Set For Sunday, January 12, 2020 | 2:00-7:00 PM

Posted on December 10, 2019 by NoVa Caps

Are you a huge Caps fan? Enjoy all the fun, games and food available at Topgolf locations? Don’t miss the ultimate chance to experience the best of both worlds, all while helping to grant wishes for local children with critical … Continue reading →