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Final score, highlights from Alex Ovechkin's record-breaking game

Look back at Ovechkin's pursuit of breaking Wayne Gretzky's goal scoring record.

David Suggs

Watch the best highlights from the Alex Ovechkin record ceremony

Here are some of the best moments from that ceremony, including speeches from Ovechkin and Gretzky.

Gilbert McGregor

Watch Alex Ovechkin's record-breaking goal to pass Wayne Gretzky

Alex Ovechkin passed Wayne Gretzky Sunday to become the all-time leading goal-scorer in NHL history.

Gilbert McGregor

Alex Ovechkin surpasses Wayne Gretzky, stands alone in NHL history

Alex Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal record Sunday in New York.

Dan Treacy

Did Alex Ovechkin win a Stanley Cup?

Revisiting Alex Ovechkin's playoff career and championship history as he nears Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal record.

Dan Treacy

Everything to know about the family of Capitals star Alex Ovechkin

Here are the details to know about Alex Ovechkin's family.

Daniel Mader

How old is Alex Ovechkin?

With Alex Ovechkin on the verge of history, Sporting News breaks down his age, number of seasons played and more about the Capitals star.

Andrew Katz

How close is Sidney Crosby to catching Alex Ovechkin, Wayne Gretzky

The three stars have put themselves in the record books.

Morgan Moriarty

Alex Ovechkin could set record in eerily similar connection to Wayne Gretzky

The paths the Great 8 and the Great One are impossibly similar.

Morgan Moriarty

Why did Alex Ovechkin pass up empty-netter in win vs. Blackhawks?

Alex Ovechkin has more empty-netters than anyone in NHL history, but he didn't feel compelled to add another against the Blackhawks.

David Suggs

When will Alex Ovechkin break Wayne Gretzky's record?

Capitals legend Alex Ovechkin is on track to break Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal record this season, but when will the moment happen?

Dan Treacy

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin breaks less-known goal record on night he ties Wayne Gretzky

The Great 8 is making history.

Billy Heyen

Alex Ovechkin ties Wayne Gretzky with goals No. 893, 894

Alex Ovechkin is one goal away from sole possession of hockey's most unbreakable record.

David Suggs

Oldest player to score 40 goals in NHL

Alex Ovechkin is having a career season at 39 years old, but how does he compare to the oldest players to score 40 goals in a season?

Bryan Murphy

Revisiting Alex Ovechkin's brief soccer career

The Capitals' star had a short career with Dynamo Moscow.

Andrew Katz

Who has Alex Ovechkin scored the most goals against?

The Capitals star has lit up one goaltender in particular

Andrew Katz

How Juicy J's 'Bandz a Make Her Dance' become Alex Ovechkin, Capitals' 2025 anthem

Alex Ovechkin is a man of many talents. Reciting Juicy J lyrics is apparently one of them.

David Suggs

The most outlandish foods, drinks in Alex Ovechkin's diet

Ovechkin has become an all-time level hockey player, but his diet isn't particularly a reason for his success.

Daniel Mader

Revisiting Alex Ovechkin's best commercials

Revisiting the Capital star's greatest ads.

Andrew Katz

Revisiting Alex Ovechkin's 'The Goal' vs. Wayne Gretzky's Coyotes in 2006

As Capitals star Alex Ovechkin closes in on Wayne Gretzky's career goal record, revisit his famous goal against Gretzky's Coyotes in 2006.

Dan Treacy

What is the most goals scored in a game by Alex Ovechkin?

The veteran forward has had some high-scoring performances over the past two decades.

Daniel Chavkin

What to know about Alex Ovechkin's Russian roots

While Ovechkin has become of the NHL all-time greats, his hockey career began when he was growing up in Russia.

Daniel Mader

Alex Ovechkin vs. Wayne Gretzky goal pace has absolutely insane stat quirk

This is incredible for the NHL goals record.

Billy Heyen

How close Alex Ovechkin is to breaking Wayne Gretzky's career goal record

The Great 8 sits second on the all-time scoring list only behind The Great One.

Bryan Murphy

How many hat tricks does Alex Ovechkin have?

Alex Ovechkin is just 12 goals shy of surpassing Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL career goals record. How many hat tricks does Ovechkin have in his career, and how does it compare to Gretzky and other NHL goal leaders?

Colin Capece

How Alex Ovechkin's empty-net goal tally compares to Wayne Gretzky

Alex Ovechkin is a goal-scoring savant. Unsurprisingly, that reputation remains true even when the goalie is out the net.

David Suggs

Alex Ovechkin's historic Capitals goal is epitome of his career, right down to this three-digit number

It's great to be The Great 8.

Billy Heyen

Each Alex Ovechkin goal in historic chase to earn donation to great cause

Alex Ovechkin is teaming up with one of ESPN's most famous commentators.

Billy Heyen

Sidney Crosby vs. Alex Ovechkin: The key stats in the intense NHL rivalry

The two superstars will meet for the 72nd time in the regular season Saturday as Ovechkin closes in on Wayne Gretzky's career goals record.

Colin Capece

Latest injury news, updates on Alex Ovechkin

Capitals star Alex Ovechkin left the Capitals vs. Utah game on Monday night with an apparent lower-body injury.

Bryan Murphy

How to listen to 2024 Washington Capitals NHL games on the radio

Here is everything you need to know in order to listen to Washington hockey games on the radio this season.

Ishika Dadhwal

Full details on Capitals' trade for Kings center Pierre-Luc Dubois

Just one year after acquiring Pierre-Luc Dubois from the Jets, the Kings are sending the center to the Capitals for goaltending help.

Bryan Murphy

Rangers vs. Capitals first-round playoff series schedule, results

Here's everything you need to know to watch the opening-round Stanley Cup playoffs series between Washington and New York.

Marc Lancaster

What channel is Rangers vs. Capitals on today?

Here's everything you need to know about Game 4 between the Rangers and Capitals, including the start time, TV schedule and live stream info.

Jared Greenspan

Where to watch Rangers-Capitals Game 3

Find out everything you need to know ahead of Game 3 between the Rangers and Capitals in Washington.

Zain Bando

Where to watch Rangers vs. Capitals Game 2

Find out everything you need to know ahead of the second game between the Rangers and Capitals.

Zain Bando

How to watch Flyers vs. Capitals today

Find out everything you need to know ahead of a crucial playoff push tilt between the Flyers and Capitals on Tuesday night.

Zain Bando

What channel is Red Wings vs. Capitals on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Capitals vs. Red Wings, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Todd Karpovich

Full details of Golden Knights trade for Anthony Mantha from Capitals

Mantha, 29, is on the move from Washington to Las Vegas in a pre-trade deadline day deal.

Bryan Murphy

Why did the Capitals place Evgeny Kuznetsov on waivers?

Evgeny Kuznetsov, who has spent his entire 11-year career with the Capitals, just was cleared to resume practicing after entering the NHL/NHLPA assistance program last month.

David Suggs

What channel is Bruins vs. Capitals on today?

Here is everything you need to know about the Bruins vs. Capitals game, including television and streaming options.

Ryan Taylor

Sidney Crosby vs. Alex Ovechkin: Key stats you need to know in the heated debate

Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin have long been pitted as rivals. Each have put together Hall of Fame-worthy careers, but the question remains, who's better?

Bryan Murphy

When will John Carlson return from injury?

Carlson has not played for Washington since Christmas.

Bryan Murphy

Luke Schenn traded from the Canucks to the Maple Leafs

Schenn was acquired for a 2023 third-round pick.

Bryan Murphy

Maple Leafs trade details: Toronto move Rasmus Sandin to Capitals

Sandin, 22, has one more year left on his contract.

Bryan Murphy

Bruins add to blue line depth with trade for Capitals defenseman Dmitry Orlov

Orlov can become a free agent in the 2023 offseason.

Bryan Murphy

Alex Ovechkin returns to Capitals lineup after death of his father

Ovechkin's father, Mikhail, died at the age of 71.

Bryan Murphy

Hurricanes beat Capitals in 2023 Stadium Series, first outdoor game in franchise history

The Sporting News provided live updates and highlights from the 2023 Stadium Series game between the Hurricanes and Capitals.

Bryan Murphy

Updated weather forecast for outdoor 2023 Stadium Series game

The Hurricanes host the Capitals in the 2023 Stadium Series game.

Bryan Murphy

Predictions and best bets for NHL Stadium Series 2023

The Hurricanes host the Capitals in the 2023 event.

Bryan Murphy

History, capacity and more to know about NC State's Carter-Finley Stadium

NC State's Carter-Finley Stadium hosts the first outdoor NHL game in North Carolina.

Bryan Murphy

Here are the cheapest & most expensive seats for 2023 Stadium Series

The Hurricanes host the Capitals at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C.

Bryan Murphy

What time is the 2023 NHL Stadium Series?

The Hurricanes host the Capitals in the 2023 outdoor game.

Bryan Murphy

Where is the NHL Stadium Series in 2023?

North Carolina gets its first outdoor NHL game.

Bryan Murphy

Closer look Hurricanes and Capitals jerseys for 2023 Stadium Series

The Hurricanes host the Capitals at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is the 2023 NHL Stadium Series on?

Carter-Finley Stadium hosts the 2023 outdoor event.

Bryan Murphy

Complete list of teams and hosts of the NHL Stadium Series

The Hurricanes make their first NHL Stadium Series appearance in 2023.

Bryan Murphy

When is the 2023 NHL Stadium Series?

The Hurricanes host the Capitals at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C.

Bryan Murphy

Alex Ovechkin's 4-year-old son Sergei steals the show at 2023 NHL All-Star Skills night

The brightest star of the All-Star Skills night was not from the NHL.

Bryan Murphy

When is the 2023 NHL Stadium Series?

The Hurricanes host the Capitals at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C.

Bryan Murphy

Alex Ovechkin injury details, return date for Capitals captain

Ovechkin missed the Capitals' game on Jan. 21.

Bryan Murphy

Alexander Ovechkin scores hat trick, becomes third player to 800 goals in NHL history

Alexander Ovechkin joined rare air by scoring his 800th goal, and he did so in electric fashion.

Kevin Skiver

What time is Blackhawks vs. Capitals tonight?

ESPN brings a Tuesday night matchup of Alex Ovechkin vs. Patrick Kane.

Bryan Murphy

Evgeny Kuznetsov suspended for one game for high-sticking Canucks defenseman Kyle Burroughs

It is the first suspension handed out during the regular season.

Bryan Murphy

Alex Ovechkin will play in Game 1 against the Panthers

Ovechkin was injured during the Capitals' 4-3 shootout loss to the Maple Leafs last week.

Bryan Murphy

Panthers vs. Capitals first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

The Panthers won the Presidents' Trophy and earned the top spot in the East, while the Caps grabbed the second wild-card spot in the conference.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Panthers vs. Capitals on today?

Florida is fresh off winning the Presidents' Trophy, but the Capital are looking for the upset.

Bryan Murphy

What are Alex Ovechkin's career playoff stats?

The Great 8 helped the Caps to the franchise's first Stanley Cup win in 2018.

Bryan Murphy

Who can make a surprise run in the 2022 NHL playoffs?

The Canadiens made a Cinderella-run to the final in 2021. Will a team come out of nowhere this postseason?

Bryan Murphy

NHL all-time goal leaders: Alex Ovechkin passes Jaromir Jagr for third place

Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin scored his 767th goal Wednesday night, passing Jaromir Jagr for third on the all-time scoring list.

Bryan Murphy

Companies removing Alex Ovechkin, other Russian NHL players from marketing campaigns

CCM Hockey and MassMutual have pulled ads featuring the Capitals star and his countrymen.

Bryan Murphy

Capitals star Alex Ovechkin reacts to Russia's invasion of Ukraine: 'I hope it's going to be over soon'

Ovechkin asked for "no more war," but he didn't go so far as to directly speak out against Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Jordan Greer

Is Alex Ovechkin playing? Positive COVID-19 diagnosis sidelines Capitals star for NHL All-Star Game

After testing positive with COVID-19 on Wednesday, the Capitals star will miss the NHL All-Star game this weekend.

Dani Mohr

Will Ovechkin catch Gretzky? Latest on Great 8's pursuit

Ovi's march to 895 continues in earnest.

Jackie Spiegel

Ovechkin moving up all-time scoring list

Alex Ovechkin continues to move up the chart as he aims for Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record.

Jackie Spiegel

Did Penguins' Sidney Crosby get away with a dirty play against the Capitals?

Crosby struggled in his second game back and seemed to get star treatment after he threw Martin Fehervary into the boards.

Jake Aferiat

NHL on TNT double-header

TNT begins its new tenure as the home for hockey with a double header featuring the Rangers, Capitals, Blackhawks and Avalanche.

Jackie Spiegel

Alexander Ovechkin 'confident' he will re-sign with Capitals, end his career in Washington

Alexander Ovechkin has spoken about what his future holds, and it appears to be a return to the Capitals.

Jacob Camenker

Alexander Ovechkin mum on future after Capitals are eliminated by Bruins

Alexander Ovechkin didn't say much about his free-agent status after the Caps exited the first round.

Jacob Camenker

Bruins' Craig Smith wins Game 3 in 2nd OT after Capitals' miscommunication

Boston now has a 2-1 series lead over Washington.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs bracket 2021: East Division series predictions, odds, breakdowns, Stanley Cup predictions

Buckle up, the East Division is set to be a doozy. Sporting News breaks down the first-round matchups.

Jackie Spiegel

Capitals goalie Vitek Vanecek injured in Game 1 vs. Bruins; Kelly Hrudey blasts rookie

Washington's rookie starter appeared to injure his groin while failing to stop a goal by Jake DeBrusk in the first period.

Tom Gatto

Rangers, Capitals start off game with six fights in first five minutes

Before the clock hit five minutes played, 72 penalty minutes had been handed out.

Jackie Spiegel

Rangers 'disappointed' Tom Wilson not facing suspension

John Scott and Paul Stewart also weighed in on what occurred.

Jackie Spiegel

Capitals' Tom Wilson avoids suspension for sucker punch, body slam in Rangers brawl

The controversial winger once again escaped without major discipline.

Joe Rivera

Tom Wilson suspension timeline: Controversial Capital hit with fifth ban

Another day, another dangerous Tom Wilson hit that injured his target. Those outraged over the NHL's inconsistency should focus on ambiguous bylaws that have enabled hockey's latest, biggest villain.

Brandon Schlager

Rangers respond to Tom Wilson's sucker punch that sparked brawl: 'Zero respect'

Artemi Panarin was lost for the game and the season after the brawl.

Joe Rivera

Tom Wilson punches Buchnevich, slams Panarin

Wilson, a repeat offender, was at it again on Monday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Capitals delete tweet lauding Tom WIlson

Tom Wilson was handed 14 minutes in penalties Monday night.

Jackie Spiegel

Capitals' Tom Wilson riles Bruins with 'predatory' hit that hospitalizes Brandon Carlo

Boston spent most of the night being incensed at the Washington forward.

Tom Gatto

Zdeno Chara scores first goal with Capitals and his teammates go bonkers

Chara signed a one-year deal with the Capitals on Dec. 30.

Jackie Spiegel

Capitals fined for breaking NHL's COVID-19 protocols; Ovechkin, three teammates out for at least four games

Washington had four players added to the league's COVID protocol-related absences list on Wednesday.

Jackie Spiegel

Zdeno Chara signs with Capitals, bringing storied Bruins career to abrupt end

Longtime Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara has signed with the Capitals after captaining the Bruins since 2006-07.

Billy Heyen

Henrik Lundqvist needs open heart surgery

A routine physical revealed a worsening heart condition that caused "The King" to opt out of the 2021 season and prompted surgery, which will require a long recovery if the 38-year-old hopes to return to the NHL.

Joe Rivera

Ludqvist out for 2021 season due to heart condition

The Capitals signed the veteran goaltender in October to a one-year deal after he spent the previous 15 seasons with the Rangers.

Jackie Spiegel

Henrik Lundqvist heads to Capitals: Why the signing works and why it doesn't

"The King" is heading south but will it be the right move for both sides?

Jackie Spiegel

Capitals expected to sign Lundqvist

Washington has been scouring the market for a Braden Holtby replacement.

Dan Bernstein

Stanley Cup Final history: Champions, Conn Smythe winners

A complete list of Stanley Cup champions and Conn Smythe Trophy winners (playoff MVPs).

Cristina Ledra

Braden Holtby's best fits for free agency include Oilers, Sharks

Holtby's days in D.C. may be numbered following the Capitals' elimination by the Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Jackie Spiegel

Mike Milbury criticized after saying women couldn't 'disrupt' NHL players in bubble

Hockey analyst Mike Milbury is once again facing criticism for comments he made on air during "NHL on NBC." after saying there were no women 'to distract' NHL players in bubble

Jordan Heck

Alex Ovechkin's two goals help Capitals avoid sweep vs. Islanders

The Capitals avoided getting swept out of the playoffs with a 3-2 win against the Islanders on Tuesday.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL bubble, explained: A guide to the hub city rules, teams & schedule

The NHL 2019-20 season resumes with 24 teams competing for berths and seeding in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Teams will be isolated in two hub cities in Canada.

Tom Gatto

Capitals goalie Braden Holtby expresses hope that protests can build bridge over America's racial divide

“You’re bringing pride to every person who believes in the universal value of a human being. Keep fighting, and I vow to demonstrate and educate what you are fighting for.”

Mike DeCourcy

NHL Player Gaming Challenge: Schedule, entry list, how to watch

All 31 teams, along with NHL Seattle, will be represented in a four-week tournament of "NHL 20" starting April 30.

Sam Ficarro

NHL 2019-20 regular season: Bruins win Presidents' Trophy, Pastrnak and Ovechkin share Rocket Richard

The Boston Bruins win the Presidents' Trophy for the third time in franchise history.

Sam Ficarro

Power ranking all 31 NHL goal songs

Every goal song is accompanied by excitement, but some are much more iconic than others.

Sam Jarden

Vulgar Brendan Leipsic messages surface online

The forward apologized for the messages, which he claimed were leaked after a friend's Instagram was hacked.

Sam Jarden

Joel Ward officially announces retirement, hockey world reacts on Twitter

It took some time, but Joel Ward officially announced his retirement from the NHL on Monday.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL's best dogs

Hockey players have been able to spend a lot more time with their furry friends during the pandemic.

Sam Jarden

The Great One vs. The Great Eight Showcase final: Gretzky, Ovechkin battle it out in 'NHL 20'

Wayne Gretzky and Alex Ovechkin battled it out on Wednesday night in an "NHL 20" stream to raise money for charity.

Sam Jarden

Wayne Gretzky looks forward to the day Capitals' Alex Ovechkin breaks his goals record

Gretzky and Ovechkin are two of eight players in NHL history to have scored at least 700 goals.

Sam Ficarro

Wayne Gretzky rooting for Alex Ovechkin to break his goals record

Alex Ovechkin trails Wayne Gretzky by 188 goals for the all-time mark.

Sam Ficarro

Five potential landing spots for Dustin Byfuglien

The defenseman and Winnipeg mutually agreed to terminate his contract on Friday.

Sam Ficarro

Gretzky, Ovechkin to face off in 'NHL 20'

The two NHL legends will go head-to-head on the virtual ice to raise funds in support of coronavirus relief.

Sam Jarden

Best storylines if NHL restarts, goes straight to playoffs

How would the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs look if the regular season officially ended on March 12? Sporting News gives you the matchups and the key storylines.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL injury report 2019-20: Who could return if season resumes?

Some big names are slated to return if the season resumes.

Sam Ficarro

Four things we'll miss if the NHL cancels 2019-20 season

No hockey means we're sadly missing out on some of the best storylines of the NHL season.

Jackie Spiegel

Capitals' Nicklas Backstrom misses the fans, wants 'to finish the season with a champion'

Washington is currently first in the Metropolitan Division and looking for its fifth consecutive title.

Jackie Spiegel

Capitals GM on NHL restarting: 'You’d like to see the Cup awarded'

Before the NHL's 2019-20 season was paused, Washington was the top team in the Metropolitan Division.

Jackie Spiegel

Zibanejad's high-five

Mika Zibanejad put the Rangers on his back with five goals in a 6-5 overtime win against the Capitals.

Sam Ficarro

Rangers' Mika Zibanejad's five-goal game adds to NHL's long history of the feat

It was a big night for the Swede as he helped push the Rangers closer to a playoff spot.

Jackie Spiegel

Ilya Kovalchuk trade grade: Capitals add offensive weapon from Canadiens

The veteran joins the Capitals as they prepare for another run at the Stanley Cup.

Sam Jarden

Joel Ward on racism, importance of representation in hockey

Ward spent four seasons in Washington, D.C., and left a lasting impression after netting one of the biggest goals in franchise history.

Jackie Spiegel

Ovi 700: Twitter reacts to milestone goal

Alex Ovechkin scored his 700th career goal Saturday against the New Jersey Devils and an outpouring of congratulations flooded Twitter.

Sam Ficarro

Ovechkin scores 700: Can 'The Great 8' catch Gretzky?

Ovechkin scored goal No. 700 Saturday against the Devils.

Jackie Spiegel

Alex Ovechkin 700: Capitals star nets milestone goal against Devils

The 34-year-old became the second-youngest player to reach the milestone.

Rudi Schuller

Ovechkin scores 700: Top 7 goals from Ovi's storied career

The Washington Capitals superstar has a laundry list of highlight-reel goals throughout this career.

Tommy McArdle

Ovechkin: No. 699

The legendary Capitals winger is now just one goal away from the 700 goals mark.

Sam Jarden

Brenden Dillon trade grades

Capitals acquired the defenseman in preparation for another deep playoff run.

Sam Ficarro

What TV channel is Alexander Ovechkin’s next game? Schedule, time for Flyers vs. Capitals

Ovechkin is two goals shy of 700 for his career — and his insane scoring pace this season means he just may reach that milestone on Saturday against the Flyers.

Tommy McArdle

Ovi scores 40th of the year, takes lead in goal scoring race

The 34-year-old sniper scored the game's final three goals as Washington defeated the LA Kings on Tuesday.

Rudi Schuller

Ovechkin passes Messier for eighth-most goals in NHL history

The 34-year-old sniper scored twice against the Ottawa Senators to earn 695 career goals.

Rudi Schuller

Washington Capitals' Alexander Ovechkin honors Kobe Bryant, wears No. 24

Ovechkin honored the late Lakers great by switching numbers during warmups.

Jackie Spiegel

Ovechkin's hat trick places him tied for ninth all-time

The man never stops scoring.

Tommy McArdle

Ovechkin passes Selanne on all-time goals leaderboard

Ovechkin now has 686 goals in his career.

Tommy McArdle

Washington Capitals’ Alexander Ovechkin once again skipping All-Star Game

Alex Ovechkin skipped the All-Star Game three previous times and has stated that he plans on doing so again in 2020.

Jace Mallory

Oilers' Connor McDavid, Capitals' Alex Ovechkin among NHL All-Star Game division captains

Boston Bruins forward David Pastrnak and Colorado Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon will lead the Atlantic and Central Divisions, respectively.

Tommy McArdle

Sporting News' NHL All-Decade team for the 2010s

The 2010s was quite a decade for the hockey and NHL universes. Zeroing in on the the starting lineup was not an easy task but Sporting News NHL staffers put their heads together and, after some deliberation, came to a consensus on who dominated the game for the past 10 years.

Jackie Spiegel

Nikita Kucherov injury update: Tampa Bay Lightning forward leaves game following blocked shot

Kucherov, 26, left the game in the second period against the Washington Capitals after taking a puck to the foot.

Jace Mallory

Hughes reaching new heights in rookie campaign

The 20-year-old blueliner has two goals and 18 points in 23 games so far this season.

Sammi Silber

Alexander Edler injury update: Vancouver Canucks defenseman ruled out with upper-body injury

Alexander Edler, 33, left Saturday's game against the Capitals after a collision.

Jace Mallory

Washington Capitals' Garnet Hathaway speaks on suspension for spitting incident: 'No one regrets it or is more disappointed than I am'

The 27-year-old was suspended three games for spitting on Anaheim Ducks defenseman Erik Gudbranson.

Sammi Silber

Washington Capitals' Garnet Hathaway suspended three games for spitting incident: 'I reacted a little emotionally ... there's no place for that'

Things got heated between the Caps and Ducks on Monday.

Sammi Silber

Four takeaways from Washington Capitals' 5-2 victory over Anaheim Ducks

Alex Ovechkin scored his 15th goal of the season en route to Washington's third win in four games.

Sammi Silber

Dump and Chase hockey mailbag: New Jersey Devils' Taylor Hall, Washington Capitals' John Carlson and the 2020 draft

You dump the answers, we chase the questions in Sporting News' newest hockey mailbag.

Jackie Spiegel

Nationals take their World Series party to Capitals' house

D.C.'s baseball team is still celebrating.

Tom Gatto

Three takeaways from Capitals' OT win over Toronto

Alex Ovechkin and John Carlson each scored twice en route to Washington's victory.

Sammi Silber

Muzzin leaves game vs. Capitals

The 30-year-old blueliner headed to the dressing room following a hit from Tom Wilson in the Leafs' 4-3 overtime loss to Washington on Tuesday.

Sammi Silber

NHL free agency 2020: Taylor Hall, Alex Pietrangelo headline UFA class

July 2020 could see a former league MVP, a former Vezina Trophy winner and three Stanley Cup champions hit the open market.

Lyle Richardson

Alex Ovechkin says Toronto Maple Leafs 'have to play differently' if they want to win

The 34-year-old veteran offered his wisdom on Toronto's early-season struggles before his Capitals play the Maple Leafs on Tuesday.

Tommy McArdle

The Lineup: Sabres look to remain red-hot

This week of the NHL kicks off with defenseman John Carlson still the league's NHL point leader, although he's got company at the top of the list.

Rudi Schuller

Carlson an early Norris Trophy favorite after historic start

The question isn't how well Carlson has played so far. It's how many points he may rack up by the season's end.

Tommy McArdle

Toronto Maple Leafs allow three goals in 78 seconds in loss to Capitals

The Toronto Maple Leafs had a 2-1 lead. Then they didn't.

Jace Mallory

Champion Blues finally back to playing hockey, after one final Stanley Cup celebration

The Cup was in town one more time, and there was one last skate with the trophy. Then it was time to shift the focus to repeating.

Ryan Fagan

What channel is Capitals vs. Blues on today? Time, TV schedule for NHL's opening night 2019

The defending Stanley Cup champion Blues raise their banner against the Capitals in their season openers. Here's everything you need to know about the NHL's 2019 opening night, including a full TV schedule and starts times.

Sammi Silber

NHL 2019-20 season: Key dates

The 2019-20 NHL season is finally upon us. Here are the games that you can't miss this year.

Rudi Schuller

Matt Moulson ready for revival in Hershey

The 35-year-old played in 650 games and is now gunning for a championship on a one-year AHL deal with the Bears.

Sammi Silber

Capitals' Evgeny Kuznetsov responds to suspension: 'I want to get better and I'm going to learn from this'

The Russian center was suspended for three games by the NHL for inappropriate conduct after testing positive for cocaine in May.

Sammi Silber

Kuznetsov to miss start of season

Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov, who tested positive for cocaine in May, is suspended by the NHL for three games.

Bill Marx

Capitals rally behind Evgeny Kuznetsov: 'Support him and be at his side and don't leave him alone'

Kuznetsov tested positive for cocaine use back in May and received a four-year ban from international play in August. He had 72 points in 76 games with Washington last season.

Sammi Silber

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin returns from injury scare, hockey sighs in relief

The 33-year-old was helped off the ice by his teammates after falling awkwardly at an informal skate but returned shortly after.

Sammi Silber

Capitals name Brooks Orpik to Player Development Department

The 38-year-old blueliner retired after a 16-year tenure in the NHL.

Sammi Silber

I became an Washington Capitals player for a day. Here's what happened

The Capitals held a media fantasy camp to give journalists and broadcasters the experience of being an NHL player. They didn't go easy on us.

Sammi Silber

Kuznetsov gets 4-year IIHF ban

While the Capitals forward won't be able to represent Russia until 2023, the NHL is still weighing whether to levy league discipline.

Marc Lancaster

NHL free agency 2019: Jordan Binnington, Danton Heinen, Jacob Trouba among 40 to file for salary arbitration

Twenty teams had at least one player file for arbitration. Two teams may have up to four contracts to negotiate.

Matt Hornick

Caps exec scores $1M in Powerball

Capitals VP of communications Sergey Kocharov made a Powerball impulse buy at his dad's urging and it turned into a $1 million winner.

Bob Hille

Alex Ovechkin is showing no signs of slowing down

The Capitals' captain led the league in goals for the eighth time in his career with 51 last season. His teammates are confident he can keep up the pace moving forward.

Sammi Silber

Ovi to make summer trip to China

"I think it is very important to spend time to help make people all over the world see how great a game hockey is," Ovechkin said.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Capitals re-sign Jakub Vrána

Vrána posted career highs in goals, assists and points for Washington last season.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Avalanche get Burakovsky from Caps

The 24-year-old winger scored 12 goals for the Caps in each of the last three seasons.

Marc Lancaster

Brett Leason's 'most fun year of hockey' now continues with the Capitals

The 20-year-old is coming off an outstanding season that led him to finally being drafted after a two-year wait. Now, it's time to take the next step forward.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL free agency 2019: Oilers have spoken with Brett Connolly, agent says

According to Gerry Johannson, the 27-year-old right winger is discussing his options and has been in contact with Edmonton.

Sammi Silber

Brooks Orpik announces retirement

Brooks Orpik played 16 NHL seasons with the Penguins and Capitals and more than 1,000 career games.

Thomas Lott

NHL trade rumors: Capitals' GM Brian MacLellan 'talking to some teams' about Andre Burakovsky

The Capitals general manager said they are "still talking to some teams" about trading the 24-year-old winger.

Sammi Silber

NHL rumors 2019: Aho, Werenski and the top restricted free agents in NHL's Metropolitan Division

Between now and July 1, Sporting News will break down the NHL's top free agents. Here's a look at the top restricted free agents in the Eastern Conference's Metropolitan Division.

Lyle Richardson

NHL: Kuznetsov cased closed

A video surfaced Monday of the Capitals star next to lines of a white powdery substance on a hotel room table.

Marc Lancaster

Kuznetsov denies drug use

According to Kuznetsov, the incident took place in the summer of 2018 after Washington won the Stanley Cup.

Ameer Tyree

Williams notches game-winning assist for Canes

Hurricanes forward Justin Williams added to his storied history in series-deciding contests Wednesday.

Rudi Schuller

Three takeaways from Caps/Canes

Brock McGinn will go down in history in Carolina after this game.

Thomas Lott

McGinn makes unbelievable save

The Capitals thought they had won the game with a late goal in the third period but Brock McGinn wasn't letting this shot cross the line.

Thomas Lott

NHL playoffs 2019: Canes once again need Justin Williams to become 'Mr. Game 7'

Wednesday night will mark the ninth Game 7 for Justin Williams who has made a name for himself in these high-octane matchups.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Controversial goalie interference call on Alex Ovechkin paves way to Game 7

Alex Ovechkin thought he had tied Game 6 at 3-3. Instead, the goal was waved off and he was visibly frustrated.

Mark Suleymanov

Andrei Svechnikov doubtful vs. Caps

The rookie winger hit his head after getting into a fight with Alex Ovechkin last week and has yet to be fully cleared to return.

Kirstie Chiappelli

NHL playoffs 2019: Tom Wilson delivers questionable hit in Capitals' Game 5 blowout win

Tom Wilson is known for his physicality, and it was on display again in the Capitals' 6-0 victory.

Mark Suleymanov

T.J. Oshie likely out for playoffs

Oshie left Game 4 of the Capitals' series against the Hurricanes after going headfirst into the boards following a hit by Warren Foegele.

Arthur Weinstein

Holtby talks statement win

The Capitals downed the Hurricanes 6-0 in Game 5 to take a 3-2 advantage in their series.

Thomas Lott

Alex Ovechkin asked for fight

Ovechkin said after his Game 3 fight with Svechnikov that the Russian wanted to drop gloves, but the rookie disagrees.

Thomas Lott

Trotz wants to beat Capitals

The Islanders await the winner of the Capitals and Hurricanes series in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Thomas Lott

Jets, Canes make history with first-minute goals

Teams are coming out the gate sprinting in the 2019 postseason.

Matt Hornick

Foegele sets Hurricanes record for fastest playoff goal

Just 17 seconds into the contest, Warren Foegele gave the Hurricanes a 1-0 lead to cap off a Carolina rush led by Justin Williams.

Rudi Schuller

NHL playoffs 2019: Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov ruled out for Game 4

The rookie was knocked out in Game 3 after a fight with Alexander Ovechkin and did not return.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Rod Brind'Amour says fighting 'not really' necessary in hockey

The Hurricanes head coach commented on Tuesday following one of his stars going to the hospital after being knocked out in Game 3.

Jackie Spiegel

Svechnikov in concussion protocol

Rookie winger Andrei Svechnikov took three hard punches from his idol in Game 3 on Monday and hit his head on the ice when he fell.

Thomas Lott

Ovi gets a KO

Svechnikov needed to be helped off the ice.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs 2019: Alex Ovechkin, Canes react to Andrei Svechnikov fight: 'I hope he's okay'

Carolina players were displeased with Ovechkin taking Svechnikov out of the game.

Matt Hornick

NHL Playoffs 2019: Hurricanes set defensive record in Game 3 win over Capitals

Carolina set a franchise-record for fewest shots allowed in a postseason game.

Matt Hornick

Orpik lifts Caps in OT

The 37-year-old secured the win with his first goal since Jan. 20.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs bracket 2019: Eastern Conference series picks, breakdowns, Stanley Cup predictions

Sporting News' NHL experts break down each Eastern Conference playoff series, predict the eventual conference champion and make their Stanley Cup picks.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs: Svechnikov nets two

Andrei Svechnikov became the youngest player in 22 years to record a two-goal game in the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Mark Suleymanov

NHL playoffs: Ovechkin ties Hull

It did not even take one full period for the Capitals' Alex Ovechkin to notch his first goal of the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Mark Suleymanov

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