Tag Archives: John Tortorella

Discussion Of “The Blueprint Game” And The Corresponding Capitals Downturn

Posted on February 13, 2020 by Jon Sorensen

You might ask yourself, what’s the value in pinpointing a specific game or set of games that might accurately represent a demarcation point or a change in trajectory of a team’s performance. If a team is struggling, the reasoning and … Continue reading →

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Blue Jackets Coach John Tortorella Fined $20,000 For Comments Made Following Sunday’s Game

Posted on January 1, 2020 by Jon Sorensen

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella has been fined $20,000 for comments following the Blackhawks and Blue Jackets game on Columbus on Sunday, Dec. 29, the National Hockey League announced today.

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Playoff Drama: Early Storylines Through the First Couple of Playoff Games

Posted on April 14, 2019 by George Foussekis

After two games of each playoff series, the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs are looking a bit unpredictable. Continue reading →

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In the Middle Of November Home Cooking, the Capitals Look to Extend Their Win Streak Versus Columbus

Posted on November 8, 2018 by George Foussekis

The Washington Capitals face the Columbus Blue Jackets for the first time since the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Continue reading →

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Game 6 Preview: Capitals Look To Close Out Columbus

Posted on April 22, 2018 by Harrison Brown

Photo: NHL.com The Washington Capitals can advance to Round 2 to play the Pittsburgh Penguins for the third consecutive season, but first, they will have to win one more game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The game will be telecasted … Continue reading →

Posted in Games, News, Playoffs, Washington Capitals | Tagged Braden Holtby, Columbus Blue Jackets, Dmitry Orlov, Game 6, Game Preview, Harrison Brown, John Tortorella, Washington Capitals | 4 Comments

Finishing the Job: The Capitals Will Look to Shut Down the Blue Jackets in Game 6

Posted on April 22, 2018 by

After a thrilling overtime win on Saturday night, the Washington Capitals have now taken their first lead in their first round playoff series against the Columbus Blue Jackets that they earlier trailed 2-0. Now up 3-2 in a series many … Continue reading →

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After a Dismal Third Period, Trotz was Pleased with Leadership Shown in Overtime

Posted on April 21, 2018 by

Photo: Alex Brandon/AP The Washington Capitals entered Saturday afternoon’s Game 5 contest with the Columbus Blue Jackets with the series deadlocked at two games apiece. The first two periods of Game 5 was a back and fourth affair. Then in … Continue reading →

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Where the Series Is Won and Lost: What Factors Will Decide the Playoff Series Between the Blue Jackets and Capitals?

Posted on April 12, 2018 by George Foussekis

What will be the factors that decide the playoff series between the Blue Jackets and Capitals? Continue reading →

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First Round Series Preview: Capitals vs. Blue Jackets

Posted on April 8, 2018 by Harrison Brown

Photo: Boston Herald The Metropolitan Division playoff matchups have now been decided and the Capitals will face the Columbus Blue Jackets in a best of seven first-round series. The Capitals and Blue Jackets, two of the hottest teams in the … Continue reading →

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The Early Preseason Metropolitan Division Picks and Predictions

Posted on September 13, 2017 by George Foussekis

Preseason predictions of the Metropolitan Division Continue reading →

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