Washington Post 5 hours ago
Caps Insider: Braden Holtby will start as Capitals host injury-ravaged Lightning
Washington looks to extend its winning streak to three games Tuesday night as it hosts a rather beaten up Lightning squad at Verizon Center. Tampa Bay is without top player Steven Stamkos (broken right tibia) and top defenseman Victor Hedman (lower body), along with Ryan Malone (lower body), Tom Pyatt (broken collar bone), Brian Lee (knee) and Keith Aulie (broken hand), and has slipped to fourth place in the Atlantic Division with 36 points. Read full article >>
Capitals Insider | Washington Post 5 hours ago
Braden Holtby will start as Capitals host injury-ravaged Lightning
Washington looks to extend its winning streak to three games Tuesday night as it hosts a rather beaten up Lightning squad at Verizon Center. Tampa Bay is without its best player Steven Stamkos (broken right tibia), top defenseman Victor Hedman (lower body), along with Ryan Malone (lower body), Tom...
CSN Washington 5 hours ago
Morning skate notes: Caps vs. Lightning
Quick news and notes from Tuesday’s morning skate at Kettler Capitals Iceplex as the Caps [16-12-2] face the Lightning [17-10-2] at Verizon Center [7 p.m., CSN]:
Japers' Rink 10 hours ago
Tuesday Caps Clips: Lightning @ Capitals Game Day
Daily Washington Capitals news and notes: Previews of Caps/Bolts, leftovers from the weekend and some optimistic looks ahead. Your savory breakfast links: Previews of tonight's Southeast Division reunion with the Bolts from Vogs, NHL.com and Peerless, and be sure to check out our SB Nation pals over...
Capitals Insider | Washington Post 3 hours ago
Dmitry Orlov moves into Capitals’ top four
A little more than 11 minutes into the first period Sunday night in New York, the Capitals shuffled their defensive pairings and promoted Dmitry Orlov to a spot in the top four alongside John Carlson. Orlov, 22, skated 18 minutes 3 seconds in the 4-1 win over the Rangers, which is the most he has […]
Capitals Insider | Washington Post 3 hours ago
When will the NHL adopt advanced statistical analysis?
In baseball, advanced statistical analysis first brought to the masses by Bill James more than 30 years ago are now standard procedure for most MLB teams and broadcasts. In the NFL, teams such as the Atlanta Falcons and Chicago Bears use #fancystats to make personnel moves and evaluate draft choices. SportVU cameras, adopted from missile […]
Rangers Rants | Bergen Record 23 hours ago
Asham recalled while Miller sent back down
J.T. Miller’s third stint with the Rangers this season lasted all of two games as the Rangers re-assigned him to Hartford (AHL) this afternoon while recalling veteran Arron Asham. Miller played on the third line in both the Rangers’ 4-3 overtime loss to the Devils on Saturday and Sunday’s miserable 4-1 loss to the Capitals, which prompted a post-game players-only meeting. Miller was a minus-2 against the Capitals in 9:01 and the only statistics he accumulated otherwise were two giveaways. He played 11:49 with two shots, two hits, one takeaway and three blocked shots against the...
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CSN Washington 1 hour ago
Does Marty St. Louis belong in the Hall of Fame?
Adam Oates coached Marty St. Louis when they were both in Tampa. Does the Caps' Hall of Famer think St. Louis belongs in the Hall?
CSN Washington 2 hours ago
Caps send Wey back to Hershey
With seven healthy defensemen, the Caps have sent Patrick Wey back to the Hershey Bears.
Washington Post 22 hours ago
Defense fueling the Capitals’ offense
Offense from defensemen is not measured by goal-scoring, Capitals coach Adam Oates says. To him, it’s about making an effective first pass to start a breakout and sustaining pressure in the offensive zone by keeping plays alive. Read full article >>
CSN Washington Dec 9, 2013
The secret ingredient to the Caps' offense
The Capitals are spending less time in the defensive zone this season, which is equating to more opportunities to score goals.
Washington Post Dec 9, 2013
Caps Insider: Capitals create blueprint for success in back-to-back wins
When the Washington Capitals carried a three-goal lead into the second intermission at Madison Square Garden Sunday night, the message from Coach Adam Oates was one of continuation: Don’t lose sight of the details, and focus on making the simple, correct plays that got you this far. Read full article >>
Capitals Insider | Washington Post Dec 9, 2013
Capitals create blueprint for success in back-to-back wins
When the Washington Capitals carried a three-goal lead into the second intermission at Madison Square Garden Sunday night, the message from Coach Adam Oates was one of continuation: Don’t lose sight of the details, and focus on making the simple, correct plays that got you this far. “I talked after the second about [how] we […]
Washington Post Dec 9, 2013
Caps Insider: Ovechkin leads league in quick strikes
There have been 27,626 faceoffs won so far this season, which is roughly 30 per game. The Capitals have 926 of those wins, which accounts for 48.3 percent of their draws. A faceoff establishes possession of the puck, so it might not be a surprise that Washington is in the bottom third in terms of possession, where they have been outshot 1047 to 911 in 30 games. Read full article >>
Capitals Insider | Washington Post Dec 9, 2013
Ovechkin leads league in quick strikes
There have been 27,626 faceoffs won so far this season, which is roughly 30 per game. The Capitals have 926 of those wins, which accounts for 48.3 percent of their draws. A faceoff establishes possession of the puck, so it might not be a surprise that Washington is in the bottom third in terms of […]
CSN Washington Dec 9, 2013
Decision day for NHL's keeper of the code
Should Shawn Thornton receive 10 games for slew footing Brooks Orpik and knocking him unconscious? More?
CSN Washington Dec 9, 2013
Second thoughts: Caps continue their climb
With a pair of decisive victories the Caps separated themselves from the Rangers and Hurricanes.
Washington Post Dec 9, 2013
Caps Insider: Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 4-1 win over the Rangers
NEW YORK A three-goal outburst in the third period and an impressive outing for rookie netminder Philipp Grubauer paved the way for the Capitals’ 4-1 win over the Rangers Sunday night. Five thoughts on the win at Madison Square Garden. Read full article >>
