How the Capitals defied expectations and built another contender around Alex Ovechkin
Many thought Alex Ovechkin would be pursuing history on a sinking ship, but the Caps GM's savvy additions have the team atop ...
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Backstrom receives standing ovation from Capitals fans before ceremonial puck drop
The Washington Capitals forward received a standing ovation from fans before he participated in the ceremonial puck drop ...
Flat Passes & iPad Sessions: Dylan Strome Reflects On Becoming Alex Ovechkin's No. 1 Center
What's it like skating alongside greatness? Dylan Strome can tell you, as he has spent the majority of his time with the ...
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NHL EDGE stats: 8 numbers behind THE GR8 CHASE
Ovechkin is among the forward leaders in top shot speed (98.11 miles per hour; 99th percentile) and average shot speed (68.29 mph; 97th percentile) and ranks second at the position in 90-plus mph ...
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Capitals to unveil plaque celebrating 2018 Stanley Cup fountain swim
Nicklas Backstrom and Oshie -- members of the 2018 and current Capitals who are on long-term injured reserve -- will take part in the ceremony. Ovechkin said at a fan event in 2019 that swimming ...