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Jul 27, 2021

Alex Ovechkin Signs Five-Year, $47.5 Million Deal With The Caps

Over the course of this contract, Ovechkin will be chasing Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal record of 894. He needs 33 goals per season for the next five seasons of this deal.

Jan 29, 2021

Washington Capitals Name Black Hockey Committee Dedicated To ‘Eradicating Racism’ In Sport

The group of community leaders will meet regularly to address racism in hockey and grow the sport in underserved communities, the team said.

Aug 23, 2019

Positive Cocaine Test Earns Caps Player Evgeny Kuznetsov A Four-Year Ban From International Hockey

The International Ice Hockey Federation issued a four-year suspension to the 27-year-old Russian center after he tested positive for the drug.

Apr 17, 2019

The Caps Are Throwing A Free Game 4 Watch Party At Capital One Arena

The Caps won their first two games at home, but were pushed around in 5-0 loss in Game 3 on Monday.

Feb 27, 2019

This Museum On Wheels Is Telling The Black History Of Hockey

The mobile museum highlights 200 years of black achievement in hockey, with exhibits featuring the founders, trailblazers, history makers, and Stanley Cup champions.

Jan 23, 2019

Gritty (!!!!) Is Coming To Capitol Hill

A bright orange creature of mayhem is headed to the Hill.

Dec 14, 2018

Dispatches From An Adult Beginner Hockey Class

“Despite shoulder pains from a ski injury, my age (I’m 54), and my small size—I wanted in.”

Jun 11, 2018

What Happens To The Stanley Cup When (If?) Ovechkin Stops Sleeping With It?

The cup will be on a bus with players and their families during the #ALLCAPS victory parade on Tuesday, but where does it go from there?

Apr 28, 2016

Metro Staying Open Late Tonight For Caps Playoffs

You’ve got to use three entrances, but you can exit wherever you’d like.

Oct 14, 2015

Womp Womp: Alex Ovechkin Misses Game Due to AM/PM Alarm Confusion

Per team rules, not being present for the morning practice forced head coach Barry Trotz to pull him from the evening game.

 
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