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Capitals Blueline: What Pairings Have Been Tried And What Has Been Working Since John Carlson’s Return

Photo: NHL via Getty Images It’s only been two games since John Carlson returned from injury and the Capitals have (finally) had their full compliment of blueliners in the lineup. While it’s so too soon to conduct any kind of … Continue reading

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Capitals Hammer Blackhawks, 6-1; John Carlson Scores In Return; Alex Ovechkin Scores 41st Of The Season

Photo: Patrick Smith/NHL via Getty Images The Washington Capitals trounced the Chicago Blackhawks, 6-1 Thursday night at Capital One Arena in the District. The victory improves Washington’s record to 34-31-8 (76 points) on the season.

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John Carlson Scores Goal In Return to Lineup, Three Months to the Day of Serious Head Injury

Patrick Smith/Getty Images Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson wasted no time making an impact in his return to the lineup against the Chicago Blackhawks, picking up his ninth goal of the 2022-23 season.

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John Carlson Set To Return, Will Be Paired With Martin Fehervary To Start

Screen cap: Washington Capitals The Washington Capitals made a formal announcement this morning regarding their lineup for tonight’s game, something they rarely do. John Carlson will return to the lineup tonight for the first time since December 23.

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John Carlson Expected To Start Against Blackhawks: Notes From Capitals Thursday’s Morning Skate

The Washington Capitals held their gameday morning skate at 10:30 on Thursday morning at MedStar Capitals Iceplex. They wrap-up their two-game homestand tonight when they host the Chicago Blackhawks at Capital One Arena. Puck drop is set for 7PM ET.

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Ovechkin Hits 40 For NHL-Record 13th Time In Washington’s Thrilling 7-6 Overtime Loss To Columbus

Photo: Twitter: @Capitals The Washington Capitals were edged the Columbus Blue Jackets by a score of 7-6 in overtime at Capital One Arena on Tuesday night. Charlie Lindgren made 32 saves in the loss.

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John Carlson Skates In Regular (Full-Contact) Jersey, Darcy Kuemper, Nick Jensen Practice: Notes From Capitals Optional Practice

The Washington Capitals returned to MedStar Capitals Iceplex for practice on Monday following their 5-3 loss to the Wild Sunday afternoon in Minnesota. They next host the Columbus Blue Jackets Tuesday night at Capital One Arena, with puck drop set … Continue reading

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Minnesota Rides Hot Start To 5-3 Victory Over Washington; Ovechkin Scores Twice; Johansson Notches Two Assists

Photo by Bruce Kluckhohn/NHLI via Getty Images The Washington Capitals fell to the Minnesota Wild, who were 11-0-3 in their previous 14 games before a 5-2 loss to the Boston Bruins on Saturday, by a score of 5-3 at Xcel … Continue reading

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“It’s A Different Kind of Wear On The Body And Mind”: John Carlson Details Journey Back From Serious Injury

Screenshot: Washington Capitals The night on which Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin became the NHL’s second all-time leading goal scorer was also one in which the team lost top defenseman John Carlson after the former first-round pick was struck in … Continue reading

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Alex Ovechkin Takes Maintenance Day, Nick Jensen Misses Practice, Darcy Kuemper Leaves Practice Early: Notes From Capitals Saturday Practice

The Washington Capitals returned to MedStar Capitals Iceplex for practice on Saturday following their 5-2 loss to the St. Louis Blues on Friday night. They depart for Minnesota Saturday afternoon in advance of their tilt with the Wild Sunday afternoon … Continue reading

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