It’s time for another Washington Capitals Weekly Update. The Capitals briefly held a playoff position this week, for the first time since January 2nd. Following their win in Calgary Monday night, they edged ahead of the Detroit Red Wings for the second Eastern Conference Wild Card spot. However, the Red Wings overtook them the next day and a Wednesday loss kept the Capitals … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Weekly Update: March 17 to March 23
NHL Predictions: Carolina Hurricanes Three Keys to Victory vs Washington Capitals
In another round of NHL Predictions, we take a look at the Carolina Hurricanes travelling up to the U.S. Capital to take on the Washington Capitals. This is the third of four matchups between the two Metro Division rivals. Washington took the first one in a shootout (seeing then Cap and now Cane Evgeny Kuznetsov scoring) and Carolina took the second one 6-2. Washington enters … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Carolina Hurricanes Three Keys to Victory vs Washington Capitals
Tom Wilson Suspended Six Games for High Stick
The NHL Department of Player Safety (DOPS) has come down with a decision that Tom Wilson of the Washington Capitals will be suspended for six games following a high stick against Toronto Maple Leafs forward Noah Gregor. Washington’s Tom Wilson has been suspended for six games for high-sticking Toronto’s Noah Gregor. https://t.co/TIDDAbbgoe — NHL Player Safety … [Read more...] about Tom Wilson Suspended Six Games for High Stick
NHL Predictions: March 20 w/ Toronto Maple Leafs vs Washington Capitals
Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is the Toronto Maple Leafs vs Washington Capitals . Be … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: March 20 w/ Toronto Maple Leafs vs Washington Capitals
Former NHL Enforcer Chris Simon Passes at 52
The hockey world has been rocked again by another early passing this week. News came down on Tuesday afternoon that former NHL tough guy Chris Simon died at the age of 52. The sad news was confirmed by ESPN NHL insider and former goalie Kevin Weekes. Sad day, as it’s been reported that we lost 2 @NHLAlumni members today. May they both rest in power. Condolences to their … [Read more...] about Former NHL Enforcer Chris Simon Passes at 52