Plus: This was a pretty complete first 50 minutes from the Washington Capitals, especially considering how poorly they finished the regular season. Logan Thompson looked excellent in his return to the lineup, the Caps arrived on time and came in hot out of the gate, and all four lines were vibing. Minus: The Caps were in control for most of this game, and then Cole Caufield got … [Read more...] about Capitals-Canadiens Game 1 Recap: Washington Takes 1-0 Series Lead with 3-2 OT Victory
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Canadiens vs Capitals First Round 2025 Stanley Cup Playoff Series Preview
Here at Last Word on Hockey, we will preview and review all of the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. In every series, we try to give at least three articles throughout the series’ lifespan. Will the Montreal Canadiens or the Washington Capitals be able to raise Lord Stanley’s cup? The Montreal Canadiens come in as a massive underdog after being the final team to clinch their … [Read more...] about Canadiens vs Capitals First Round 2025 Stanley Cup Playoff Series Preview
NHL Predictions: April 21 Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals
Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Montreal Canadiens taking on the Washington Capitals. Don’t forget to check out … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 21 Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals
Capitals News & Rumors: Ovechkin Retirement, Dowd, Playoff Doubt?
The Washington Capitals have bounced back in a big way this season and dominated the Metropolitan Division after barely making it into the playoffs during the 2023-24 season. They are… … [Read more...] about Capitals News & Rumors: Ovechkin Retirement, Dowd, Playoff Doubt?
Capitals Sign Bogdan Trineyev To Two-Way Extension
The Capitals signed left-winger Bogdan Trineyev to a one-year, two-way extension on Sunday. He’ll earn the league minimum $775K salary if on the NHL roster next season and $100K when in the minors. It’s Trineyev’s second contract with Washington. A fourth-round pick of the Caps in 2020, the 23-year-old has spent parts of the last four seasons with AHL Hershey after signing his … [Read more...] about Capitals Sign Bogdan Trineyev To Two-Way Extension