The Washington Capitals and Peter Laviolette have decided to part ways. As mush as it’s hard to admit that the eighth winningest coach in NHL history couldn’t get the job done in Washington, it was a necessary move for both parties. Here’s why. Tarik El Bashir of The Athletic (subscription required) noted that even though […] Why Peter Laviolette had to go - Stars and Sticks - … [Read more...] about Why Peter Laviolette had to go
Archives for April 2023
How Much Time Did The Stanley Cup Buy The Capitals Core Group?
At this point you can pretty much divide the suffering of Washington Capitals fans during the Alex Ovechkin era into two separate categories. Before the Stanley Cup, and after. Before the Stanley Cup will obviously be worse. That was 2008-2017. That was nearly ten years of failure. Very good teams, some of the best of […] How Much Time Did The Stanley Cup Buy The Capitals Core … [Read more...] about How Much Time Did The Stanley Cup Buy The Capitals Core Group?
5 greatest-value NFL Draft picks in Washington Commanders history
Who are the greatest-value NFL Draft picks throughout the rich, proud, and extremely eventful franchise history of the Washington Commanders? Who are the five best draft picks in Washington Commanders’ history? It would be fairly easy to list Sammy Baugh, Charley Taylor, Art Monk, Darrel Green, and Champ Bailey. All made the Pro Football Hall […] 5 greatest-value NFL Draft … [Read more...] about 5 greatest-value NFL Draft picks in Washington Commanders history
What does pending Commanders sale mean for president Jason Wright?
What does the future hold for team president Jason Wright in 2023 with the Washington Commanders about to be sold by Dan Snyder? Jubilation enveloped the Washington Commanders fanbase as reports that Dan Snyder was finally selling the team after months of speculation surfaced. It’s been a long time coming after more than 20 years […] What does pending Commanders sale mean for … [Read more...] about What does pending Commanders sale mean for president Jason Wright?
4 major factors that could jeopardize Commanders playoff hopes in 2023
What major factors could jeopardize the Washington Commanders’ chances of mounting a postseason challenge during the 2023 season? Things are quite literally hanging in the balance for the Washington Commanders in 2023. Although the roster looks in decent shape, the promise of new ownership will pile untold levels of pressure on everyone within the franchise […] 4 major factors … [Read more...] about 4 major factors that could jeopardize Commanders playoff hopes in 2023