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Capitals Honor Head Coach Peter Laviolette For Reaching 700 Career Wins

Posted on February 28, 2022 by Michael Fleetwood

On February 15, 2022, Washington Capitals Head Coach Peter Laviolette recorded his 700th career win as an NHL bench boss, against one of his former clubs the Nashville Predators. On the final day of February and on a night in … Continue reading →

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“A Great Teammate And Even Better Friend”: Tom Wilson Pays Tribute to Braden Holtby in Heartfelt Video

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Michael Fleetwood

Harry How/Getty Images North America Although longtime Washington Capitals goaltender Braden Holtby’s departure in NHL free agency was widely anticipated upon the opening of the market on Friday, the absence of the person and player Holtby was for the Capitals … Continue reading →

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Capitals Honor Alex Ovechkin’s 700th Goal With Ceremony Before Game Against the Winnipeg Jets

Posted on February 25, 2020 by Michael Fleetwood

Monumental Sports Network After scoring his 700th career goal against the New Jersey Devils a few days ago on the road, the Washington Capitals honored Alex Ovechkin’s accomplishment on Tuesday night with a pre-game ceremony before their game against the … Continue reading →

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Capitals Honor Matt Niskanen With Tribute Video During TV Timeout

Posted on February 8, 2020 by Michael Fleetwood

As has been the case with several players and three coaches in the last two seasons, the Capitals paid tribute to another member of the team’s 2018 Stanley Cup-winning team on Saturday night with a tribute video to Philadelphia Flyers … Continue reading →

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Montreal Canadiens Pay Tribute to NBA Legend Kobe Bryant and Daughter Gianna During Star-Spangled Banner Before Game Against Capitals

Posted on January 27, 2020 by Michael Fleetwood

@CanadiensMTL The death of National Basketball Association legend Kobe Bryant on Sunday shocked the sports world, with players from all reaches of sports and many celebrities paying tribute to one of the greatest basketball players of all-time in the hours … Continue reading →

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Capitals Pay Tribute To 2018 Stanley Cup Champion Brett Connolly

Posted on November 27, 2019 by Harrison Brown

Photo: WHL Wednesday’s game against the Washington Capitals marked the homecoming for Florida Panthers forward Brett Connolly at Capital One Arena. After three seasons with the Capitals that sparked a career turnaround, the 27-year old signed a four-year contract with … Continue reading →

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Capitals Tip Hat to Andre Burakovsky With Video Tribute in First Period of Game Against Avalanche

Posted on October 14, 2019 by Michael Fleetwood

Matthew Stockman/Getty Images Heading into today’s afternoon matinee against the Colorado Avalanche, the Capitals had more than just a major regulation win in Dallas against the Stars under their belts. The game would also reunite the Caps with former teammate … Continue reading →

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Thank You Andre! A Recollection of Andre Burakovsky’s Time With the Capitals

Posted on October 14, 2019 by Michael Fleetwood

Bruce Bennett/Getty Images If there is one word to describe former Capitals and current Colorado Avalanche forward Andre Burakovsky’s time in Washington, “roller-coaster” would perhaps be the appropriate term to use. From a momentous debut to a disappointing end, the … Continue reading →

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Thank You Batya! Teammates, Fans, Media, and Others Pay Tribute to Brooks Orpik

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Michael Fleetwood

Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images After 15 seasons (five with the Capitals), over 1,000 games played, and two Stanley Cup championships, veteran defenseman Brooks Orpik announced his retirement earlier today, concluding an illustrious career in the NHL. The player affectionately known … Continue reading →

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Thank You Nisky!: A Tribute to Matt Niskanen

Posted on June 14, 2019 by Michael Fleetwood

In today’s world of sports, trades are a common occurrence for teams strapped by financial constraints, and this morning brought this reality front and center when defenseman Matt Niskanen was dealt to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for fellow blueliner … Continue reading →

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