One of the biggest storylines this season for the Washington Capitals was if Alex Ovechkin could continue his torrid scoring pace. We’re 10 games into the season and we might have an answer. It’s that Ovechkin isn’t himself. The great eight has just two goals this season. None of those were at even strength as […] Is everything okay with Alex Ovechkin? - Stars and Sticks - … [Read more...] about Is everything okay with Alex Ovechkin?
Nicklas Backstrom “unlikely” to play again this season per Brian MacLellan
On Monday after practice Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan held court with the local media. Of course the biggest question on everyone’s mind is if and when Nicklas Backstrom would return. Last week on Wednesday the Caps and Backstrom announced that the longtime center was stepping away from the game. This is due to […] Nicklas Backstrom “unlikely” to play … [Read more...] about Nicklas Backstrom “unlikely” to play again this season per Brian MacLellan
Capitals down Blue Jackets for 1,000 wins on home ice
The Washington Capitals made history on Saturday night at Capital One Arena. By beating the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1, they secured their 1,000th win on home ice. The Capitals have been around since 1974 when they played at the old Capital Centre in Landover, Maryland before moving to Chinatown in 1997. According to Capitals Public […] Capitals down Blue Jackets for 1,000 wins … [Read more...] about Capitals down Blue Jackets for 1,000 wins on home ice
Is a renovation coming to Capital One Arena?
Ted Leonsis, the chairman and CEO of Monumental Sports and Entertainment as well as the owner of your Washington Capitals, is looking for $600 million from the city of D.C. He is seeking the public funds for a major renovation of Capital One Arena per a report by Sam Fortier from The Washington Post (subscription […] Is a renovation coming to Capital One Arena? - Stars and … [Read more...] about Is a renovation coming to Capital One Arena?
Capitals get blanked at home by Islanders
The Washington Capitals fell 3-0 to the New York Islanders at home in their first game without Nicklas Backstrom. It was a bad night all around and when the Caps thought they got on the board in the third period with a goal from T.J. Oshie, that goal got taken away due to goaltender interference. […] Capitals get blanked at home by Islanders - Stars and Sticks - Stars and … [Read more...] about Capitals get blanked at home by Islanders