Tag Archives: DraFt Picks

“We’re Really, Really Happy With the Guys We Got”: Washington Capitals Assistant General Manager Ross Mahoney Evaluates the Rest of the Team’s 2022 NHL Entry Draft Selections

Posted on July 8, 2022 by Michael Fleetwood

Photo: @Capitals The second and final day of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft saw the Washington Capitals select a total of six players after taking left wing Ivan Miroshnichenko with the 20th overall selection on July 7. At the forefront … Continue reading →

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Grading the Capitals’ Trade Deadline Defensemen Under Brian MacLellan

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Michael Fleetwood

Since he took over from longtime incumbent George McPhee in 2014, Washington Capitals General Manager Brian MacLellan has overseen the return of the team to a perennial Stanley Cup contender. An interesting anecdote on MacLellan’s resume as General Manager has … Continue reading →

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Capitals Tip Hat to Andre Burakovsky With Video Tribute in First Period of Game Against Avalanche

Posted on October 14, 2019 by Michael Fleetwood

Matthew Stockman/Getty Images Heading into today’s afternoon matinee against the Colorado Avalanche, the Capitals had more than just a major regulation win in Dallas against the Stars under their belts. The game would also reunite the Caps with former teammate … Continue reading →

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Thank You Andre! A Recollection of Andre Burakovsky’s Time With the Capitals

Posted on October 14, 2019 by Michael Fleetwood

Bruce Bennett/Getty Images If there is one word to describe former Capitals and current Colorado Avalanche forward Andre Burakovsky’s time in Washington, “roller-coaster” would perhaps be the appropriate term to use. From a momentous debut to a disappointing end, the … Continue reading →

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Thank You, Burky! A Tribute to Andre Burakovsky

Posted on June 28, 2019 by Michael Fleetwood

Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images With the salary cap lower than expected, key players entering the final years of their deals, and with some big contract decisions coming in the next few seasons, there was no doubt that Capitals’ General Manager … Continue reading →

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Capitals Alumni Profile: Greg Joly

Posted on May 19, 2019 by Michael Fleetwood

Over their 45-year history, the Capitals have selected a total of 437 players in the NHL draft, with some selections turning into stars and others falling well short of expectations, with some somewhere in between. With the 2019 NHL Entry … Continue reading →

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Capitals Have A Knack For Finding Talent Late in the Draft

Posted on December 14, 2016 by Michael Fleetwood

Andre Ringuette/Getty Images Throughout their 42-year history, the Capitals have been one of the best in the NHL when it comes to drafting and developing their prospects. But in particular, Capitals management has found hidden gems within the late rounds … Continue reading →

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