The Washington Capitals had a disappointing season, and it has resulted in some changes behind the bench. Peter Laviolette was already let go by the club and the team announced earlier today that his two assistant coaches would be leaving the organization as well. The Capitals finished the season with 80 points and missed the playoffs for just the second time since 2008, … [Read more...] about East Notes: Capitals Coaches, Red Wings, Karmanos
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Capitals’ shake-up continues with departures of two assistant coaches
The moves come three days after the Capitals ousted Peter Laviolette as coach. … [Read more...] about Capitals’ shake-up continues with departures of two assistant coaches
NHL Playoffs Format, Key Dates, Predictions & More
The NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs begin tonight. Here’s a mini guide ahead of the Game 1 action. The format is that 16 teams qualify for the playoffs with the top three ranked teams from each division joined by four wild card teams, two per conference. Leading up to the finals, two lucky teams must successfully […] NHL Playoffs Format, Key Dates, Predictions & More - Stars and … [Read more...] about NHL Playoffs Format, Key Dates, Predictions & More
Capitals move on from Kevin McCarthy and Blaine Forsythe
The Washington Capitals have agreed with assistant coaches Kevin McCarthy and Blaine Forsythe to part ways. Capitals General Manager Brian MacLellan said in a press release from the Caps: Forsythe joined the Capitals as a video coach prior to the 2006-07 season and I was today years old when I found this out. He served […] Capitals move on from Kevin McCarthy and Blaine … [Read more...] about Capitals move on from Kevin McCarthy and Blaine Forsythe
NHL Playoff Bracket if teams were seeded 1-8 in each conference
The NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs begin tonight. We all know what the matchups are. We all hate the new format. But what if the format was a 1-8 seeded matchup like the old days? What would the bracket look like this year? Let’s start with the Eastern Conference… #8 Florida Panthers vs. #1 Boston Bruins: […] NHL Playoff Bracket if teams were seeded 1-8 in each conference - Stars and … [Read more...] about NHL Playoff Bracket if teams were seeded 1-8 in each conference