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Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports The Caps’ formula of coin flip hockey plus a special-teams edge might just be enough to take down the Panthers Going into the Caps’ series against the high-powered Florida Panthers, any “formula” that involved the Caps winning likely involved the Caps mucking up the neutral zone and playing Dale Hunter-style coin-flip hockey. We’ve got a … [Read more...] about Drawing Even(ish) at Even Strength

Photo by John McCreary/NHLI via Getty Images A look at the captain’s prolific consistency 24 - Number of playoff series in which Alex Ovechkin has scored at least one goal... and also the number of playoff series in which Alex Ovechkin has played at least one game since his NHL debut back in 2005-06. He continued this streak with a goal in Saturday’s win, his first goal … [Read more...] about The Noon Number: Leading the Way

Up 2-1, the Caps look to hang on to home-ice advantage as they host the Cats in Game 4 From today’s Clips: Previews and other important information for tonight’s Game 4 matchup with the Florida Panthers from Vogs, NBCSW, AP, NHL, and WTOP, and of course, don’t forget to follow along with SB Nation pals Litter Box Cats for coverage from behind enemy … [Read more...] about Capitals vs. Panthers Game 4 Thread

Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images Daily Washington Capitals news and notes: the Caps win Game 3 in a decisive fashion, a few roster moves, the underdog life and more. Your savory breakfast links: Recaps and other assorted musings from yesterday’s win over the Florida Panthers from us, Vogs, Peerless, WaPo ($), AP, NHL (and again), Athletic ($), PHT, Caps video … [Read more...] about Sunday Caps Clips: Feline Fine

Photo by Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Daily Washington Capitals news and notes: The Caps look to get back on track as the series shifts to DC, the goalie situation remains in flux and more. Your savory breakfast links: Icings aren’t usually a huge part of the game, but do them at the wrong time, and - as the Caps have learned so far - they can cost … [Read more...] about Saturday Caps Clips: Capitals vs. Panthers Game 3 Game Day