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Tag Archives: Defenseman
Kempny’s Calling: The Capitals’ No. 6 Taking it to the Next Level at the Right Time
The 2018-19 NHL season has been one of interest so far for the reigning Stanley Cup Champion Washington Capitals. As the season nears the holiday break, the team has been plagued by a number of injuries to key players, including … Continue reading
Posted in Defense, News, NHL, Offense, Players, Washington Capitals
Tagged Chris Laroche, Defenseman, Michal Kempny, Offense, Washington Capitals
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Sophomore Expectations: What to Expect From Christian Djoos in His Second Season in the NHL
In a season filled with many firsts for the Capitals, both individually and as a team, one of the biggest storylines heading into the season and subsequently a common discussion point, was the development of former top defensive prospect Christian … Continue reading
Posted in Defense, News, NHL, Players, Washington Capitals
Tagged 2018-19, Christian Djoos, Defenseman, Michael Fleetwood, Predictions, Washington Capitals
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Capitals Make Contract Offer to Michal Kempny
Photo: USA Today Capitals General Manager Brian MacLellan has been quite busy over the last 48 hours or so, with the 2018 NHL Entry Draft taking up his time the last two days and a plethora of free agents to … Continue reading
Posted in Free Agency, News, NHL, Players, Roster Moves, Salary Cap, Washington Capitals
Tagged Brian MacLellan, Defenseman, Free Agency, Free Agents, Michael Fleetwood, Michal Kempny
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Capital Review 2017-18: Matt Niskanen
Getty Images North America After the Capitals’ Stanley Cup win on Thursday night, the NHL season, in terms of game action is officially over. In the coming weeks, teams will begin preparing for the offseason, including the NHL Entry Draft, … Continue reading
(Alternate) Captain of the Cup Finals: Brooks Orpik Quietly Having A Solid Postseason Performance
Harry How/Getty Images North America Throughout the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the performances of Alex Ovechkin, Evgeny Kuznetsov, and Braden Holtby (among others) have been well-documented in the Capitals’ run to the 2018 Stanley Cup Final. One player who hasn’t … Continue reading
Capitals Alumni Profile: Brian Pothier
Getty Images In the history of the Capitals, a total of 17 players have worn No. 2 on the back of their sweaters, with defenseman Matt Niskanen currently holding the distinction. Before Niskanen joined the Capitals in 2014, the number … Continue reading
Collector’s Corner: Caps Fan Shows Off His Collection from Mike Green’s 2009 Scoring Streak (Video)
Nine years ago, former Washington Capitals defenseman Mike Green did something unprecedented for a blueliner. From January 27, 2009 through Valentines Day, Green scored a goal in eight consecutive games, setting the NHL record for most consecutive games scoring by … Continue reading
John Carlson’s Outstanding Season Deserves Some Norris Trophy Nods
After losing a number of key defensemen last summer through various avenues, the pressure was on the Capitals’ top defensemen in Matt Niskanen, Dmitry Orlov, and John Carlson to elevate their play in 2017-18 to compensate for the notable losses … Continue reading
Posted in Defense, News, NHL, Opinion, Players, Washington Capitals
Tagged Defenseman, John Carlson, Michael Fleetwood, Norris Trophy, Opinion, Washington Capitals
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Confusion on the Defense at Capitals Morning Skate
When the Washington Capitals were taking their initial rushes at the start of morning skate on Wednesday, there was some confusion on the blue line. One guy was not skating with his familiar partner. Was it because that particular player … Continue reading
