Tag Archives: Kevin Shattenkirk

Update on Capitals Shooting Statistics after 52 Games: Good or Bad, It’s “Steady As She Goes”

Posted on February 6, 2018 by

With 52 of 82 games in the books, the Capitals team identity and style of play is starting to take shape. The team was hampered with significant injuries through the first 34 games of the season, but have been really … Continue reading →

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Despite the Offseason Roster Turnover, Brian MacLellan Knew What He Was Doing

Posted on January 15, 2018 by

Capitals GM Brian MacLellan made tough decisions last summer and has kept a competitive team intact. Continue reading →

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Five Storylines Going Into Capitals-Rangers on Wednesday Night Rivalry

Posted on December 26, 2017 by

The Washington Capitals and the New York Rangers face off for the second time this season Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden in New York. The game can be seen on NBC Sports Network at 8:00 PM. 

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News and Notes from Friday’s Capitals Optional Morning Skate: Bring on Shattenkirk and the Rangers, Plus the Latest News on T.J. Oshie

Posted on December 8, 2017 by

The Capitals wrap up their season-long five-game homestand tonight against their Metropolitan Division rivals, the New York Rangers. It is a four-way tie for second place in the Metro Division and the Capitals trail the Devils for first place by just … Continue reading →

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Capitals Wrap Up Homestand Against the Rangers

Posted on December 7, 2017 by

The Washington Capitals will host the New York Rangers on Friday in the first of four meetings between the two teams this season. They split four games of their series last season, with New York taking the first two before … Continue reading →

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Capitals Start Season-Long Five-Game Homestand

Posted on November 28, 2017 by

Photo: NHL The Washington Capitals will play a season-long five game homestand during the course of the next week. They have one of these every year but this year it’s in early December instead of late November. During the past … Continue reading →

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T.J. Oshie is Having the Best Start of His Career. How Much of a Difference has he Made with the Capitals?

Posted on October 30, 2017 by

During the 2014-15 season, the Capitals were 45-26-11 and were second in the division. Alex Ovechkin had a terrific year, leading the league with 53 goals and had 81 points in 81 games played. Nicklas Backstrom was just as good … Continue reading →

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Washington Capitals Evening News Links: Off to Ottawa!

Posted on October 4, 2017 by

Off to Ottawa, making final roster moves for opening night, Barry Trotz and the Caps new power play, who’s gonna fill the holes created by summer departures, the challenges ahead for Alex Ovechkin, Caps make it official for Alex Chiasson … Continue reading →

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Dmitry Orlov has been through bumps and bruises but is developing into No. 1 defenseman for the Capitals

Posted on September 28, 2017 by

In his 6-year career in Washington, Capitals defenseman Dmitry Orlov has had ups and downs. He progressed from a player who makes very noticeable mistakes on the ice to one of the most important pieces on the Capitals roster. With the … Continue reading →

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How Important Is Pheonix Copley to the Capitals?

Posted on September 25, 2017 by

When the Capitals acquired Kevin Shattenkirk from the St. Louis Blues at the trade deadline they were not only keeping an eye on the chances they had at bringing Lord Stanley’s Cup for the first time to DC, they were … Continue reading →

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