Tag Archives: Marcus Johansson

The Cupless Caps: An Open Letter to the Former Caps Who Just Missed the Glory

Posted on August 7, 2018 by

Paul Sancya/Associated Press We’ve all thought about it at one point or another since June, “I wish _____ had been on the team when the Capitals won the Stanley Cup”. It’s common to grow a personal fondness to certain players, … Continue reading →

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Looking At Brian MacLellan’s Moves in 2017-18

Posted on July 9, 2018 by

Photo: Sports Illustrated While fans may have questioned some of the moves Capitals‘ general manager Brian MacLellan made last summer, the man knew what he was doing, putting together a team that delivered the franchise’s first-ever Stanley Cup championship. The … Continue reading →

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Capitals’ General Manager Brian MacLellan’s Final Thoughts in DC Before Heading to Vegas

Posted on May 28, 2018 by

Earlier this week, for the first time since the Washington Capitals became the Eastern Conference Champions and punched their ticket to the Stanley Cup Finals, Capitals General Manager Brian MacLellan publicly addressed the media and answered questions about the state … Continue reading →

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So Many Reasons to Keep Winning, Two of Them Right Here!

Posted on May 8, 2018 by

Photo Credit: Patrick Smith/Getty Images My family room likely looked a lot like your family room right around 10pm last night – sheer joy! Screaming – literally jumping for joy – and lots of hugs and high fives! I kept … Continue reading →

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After A Big Contract Extension, Evgeny Kuznetsov is Playing the Best Hockey Of His Career

Posted on March 27, 2018 by

Evgeny Kuznetsov is playing some of the best hockey of his career after earning a big contract extension last summer. Continue reading →

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Retro Recap: Symmetric Rivalry – Washington Capitals vs Philadelphia Flyers in the 2010-11 Season

Posted on January 31, 2018 by

Photo: Capitals With the Philadelphia Flyers having just played at Capital One Arena on January 21, 2018 and about to return just 10 days later, it is time to think back to other matchups between these two teams.  The rivalry … 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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Capitals Run Over Devils 5-2, Sit Alone Atop Metro Division Standings

Posted on December 30, 2017 by

The Washington Capitals beat the New Jersey Devils 5-2 Saturday night at Capital One Arena. The Capitals would jump out to a quick lead with two goals in the first 12 minutes of the game, and never look back. The Capitals … Continue reading →

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Welcome Back MoJo! Capitals Pay Tribute to Marcus Johansson

Posted on December 30, 2017 by

For seven seasons, Marcus Johansson provided not only a spark among the forwards at the center position. He also provided a spark on the Capitals power play. Whether it was assisting on goals or providing the scoring itself, Johansson will … Continue reading →

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News and Notes From Capitals’ Morning Skate: Stephenson in for Burakovsky

Posted on December 30, 2017 by

The Capitals were back on the ice after taking a day off yesterday to prepare for a big divisional clash against the New Jersey Devils, who lost 4-3 last night in a shootout to the Buffalo Sabres to end a … Continue reading →

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