Tag Archives: Special Teams

Hurricanes vs. Capitals: Special Teams Matchup

Posted on April 8, 2019 by Jon Sorensen

As game 1 of the first round series between the Washington Capitals and the Carolina Hurricanes closes in, NoVa Caps is preparing a series of “deep dives” on specific key elements of the matchup. We continue our “deep dives” into … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged 2019 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, Carolina Hurricanes, Jon Sorensen, Scott Arniel, Special Teams, Washington Capitals, Washington Capitals Special Teams | 4 Comments

With Kempny On the Sidelines, the Capitals Will Need More Contributions From the Depth Defensemen

Posted on March 25, 2019 by George Foussekis

Despite Michal Kempny’s leg injury, the Washington Capitals are in good shape defensively. Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Defense, Injuries, Lineups, News, NHL, Players, Teams, Washington Capitals | Tagged Brooks Orpik, Christian Djoos, Defense, Defenseman, Defensemen, Dmitry Orlov, Games, George Foussekis, Injuries, Injury, John Carlson, Jonas Siegenthaler, Matt Niskanen, Michal Kempny, Nick Jensen, Penalty Kill, Special Teams, Stanley Cup Playoffs | 3 Comments

Is The Powerplay The Key To The Capitals Success?

Posted on October 12, 2018 by Jon Sorensen

Photo: NHL via Getty Images It is no secret that the Washington Capitals have been known to execute on power plays over the past few seasons. To be exact, since the 2014-15 season, the Capitals haven’t been out of the … Continue reading →

Posted in News, NHL, Offense, Power Play, Washington Capitals | Tagged 2018-19, Connor Greenlee, Offense, Power Play, Special Teams, Washington Capitals | 3 Comments

Biggest Challenges Facing the Capitals As They Head Into 2018 Training Camp

Posted on August 6, 2018 by George Foussekis

The Washington Capitals will be tested as they enter 2018 Training Camp. Continue reading →

Posted in Coach, Goaltending, News, NHL, Penalty Kill, Players, Washington Capitals | Tagged Barry Trotz, Chandler Stephenson, George Foussekis, Jay Beagle, Nathan Walker, Nic Dowd, Penalty Kill, Pheonix Copley, Philipp Grubauer, Special Teams, Stanley Cup, Todd Reirden, Travis Boyd | 5 Comments

Five Reasons Why the Washington Capitals Will Remain A Playoff Caliber Team in 2018-19

Posted on July 28, 2018 by George Foussekis

How will the Washington Capitals stay competitive in 2018-19? Continue reading →

Posted in News, NHL, Players, Roster Moves, Washington Capitals | Tagged Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Chandler Stephenson, Christian Djoos, Evgeny Kuznetsov, George Foussekis, Jakub Vrana, John Carlson, Lars Eller, Nicklas Backstrom, Penalty Kill, Philipp Grubauer, Power Play, Special Teams, Stanley Cup, Stanley Cup Playoffs, Tom Wilson | Leave a comment

Stanley Cup Specials: A Look At the Capitals’, Golden Knights’ Special Teams

Posted on May 26, 2018 by Michael Fleetwood

Ethan Miller/Getty Images With Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals just days away, both the Capitals and Vegas Golden Knights are preparing for what should be a memorable series, one that will feature top-end talent on both the power … Continue reading →

Posted in Data and Analytics, Games, News, NHL, Penalty Kill, Players, Power Play, Teams, Washington Capitals | Tagged 2018 Stanley Cup Finals, Michael Fleetwood, Penalty Kill, Power Play, Special Teams, Stanley Cup Finals, Vegas Golden Knights, Washington Capitals | 3 Comments

With the Series Tied at 2, the Capitals Must Get Back on Track For Game 5 in Tampa

Posted on May 18, 2018 by George Foussekis

Can the Washington Capitals rebound and take back control of the series in Game 5 versus Tampa Bay? Continue reading →

Posted in Games, News, NHL, Playoffs, Power Play, Washington Capitals | Tagged Alex Killorn, Alex Ovechkin, Andrei Vasilevskiy, Evgeny Kuznetsov, Game 5, Game Preview, Games, George Foussekis, News, Nicklas Backstrom, Nikita Kucherov, Power Play, Special Teams, Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay Lightning, Tom Wilson, Washington Capitals | 2 Comments

Once a Team Strength, The Capitals Special Teams Are Now Looking For Answers

Posted on May 18, 2018 by

Photo: Bruce Bennett/Getty Images The Washington Capitals returned home with a 2-0 series lead over the Tampa Bay Lightning and momentum on their side. After dropping Games 3 and 4 at Capital One Arena, the Capitals will head to Tampa … Continue reading →