Ryan Leonard and his ‘NHL-ready shot’ stand out at Caps’ development camp
Leonard’s shot was visibly and audibly one of the hardest, and the speed and deception of his release regularly caught goalies by surprise.
By Bailey JohnsonCapitals re-sign defenseman Martin Fehervary to a three-year contract
Fehervary, who was a restricted free agent, received a deal with an average annual value of $2.675 million.
By Bailey JohnsonCaps first-rounder Ivan Miroshnichenko, 19 and cancer-free, chases NHL dream
Miroshnichenko is fully healthy and already impressing his development camp teammates — as well as Capitals fans at Washington’s practice facility.
By Bailey JohnsonCapitals sign winger Max Pacioretty, trade for defenseman Joel Edmundson
Edmundson comes to Washington after three seasons with Montreal, while the high-scoring Pacioretty is coming off an injury-riddled season with Carolina.
By Bailey JohnsonCapitals hope they found a gem in second-round pick Andrew Cristall
Washington takes a swing on a highly skilled player among its five selections during Day 2 of the NHL draft.
By Bailey JohnsonCapitals take power forward Ryan Leonard with eighth pick in NHL draft
With their first top-10 selection since 2007, Washington opted for a member of the U.S. national team development program who's heading to Boston College.
By Bailey JohnsonIn the 2023 NHL draft, Matvei Michkov is the ultimate wild card
Michkov, a 5-foot-10, 172-pound winger, is a dynamic offensive talent with high-level vision and creativity.
By Bailey JohnsonAs D.C. eyes Commanders, tension with the city’s other pro teams simmers
In recent months, representatives from Monumental and the Nationals have spoken with city officials about the funding of facilities improvements.
By Sam Fortier, Michael Brice-Saddler, Ava Wallace, Jesse Dougherty and Meagan FlynnQatari fund seeks to buy minority stake in Wizards, Capitals and Mystics
If the proposed deal is approved, it will mark the first time a foreign sovereign wealth fund owned a portion of a major U.S. sports team.
By Rick Maese and Ben GolliverCaps hire Mitch Love as assistant coach, building Spencer Carbery’s staff
Mitch Love, who coached the Calgary Flames' AHL affiliate for the last two seasons, will be an assistant on Spencer Carbery's staff in Washington.
By Bailey JohnsonFive years ago, the Capitals won the Cup. Fans won’t forget the feeling.
It has been five years since the Capitals won their first Stanley Cup. The magical run produced memories and new fans.
By Scott AllenSpencer Carbery never played in the NHL, but as a coach, he belongs
Carbery’s playing days were dotted with rejection and uncertainty. Since he began coaching in 2010, he's been on a path toward the NHL.
By Roman StubbsFor Spencer Carbery, a reunion with the Capitals ‘always felt right’
"As I went through it, everything kept drawing me to this organization,” said Spencer Carbery, the new coach of the Washington Capitals.
By Roman StubbsSpencer Carbery is now the Capitals’ future — with and without Ovechkin
The aging Capitals will navigate the future with a fresh-faced conductor, who knows how develop his players and himself.
By Barry SvrlugaWashington Capitals hire Spencer Carbery as their next head coach
Carbery, 41, replaces Peter Laviolette, who did not win a postseason series with the Capitals.
By Roman StubbsCapitals give defenseman Alex Alexeyev a two-year extension
Alexeyev’s extension, which is worth $775,000 next season and $875,000 in 2023-24, had been considered a priority for Washington's front office.
By Roman StubbsCarl Hagelin, still recovering from injuries, isn’t ready to walk away
“My goal is to play again,” Hagelin said. “My hip needs to feel good though, to do it.”
By Roman StubbsAnthony Mantha’s ‘crazy tough’ season was a struggle. He got a mental coach to help.
“Being scratched is hard … you come back and try to get things going and get your confidence,” Mantha said. “Sometimes it’s way harder than people can imagine.”
By Roman StubbsEthen Frank, a talent out of Nebraska, sees opportunity with the Caps
It has been a surreal year for Frank, who grew up in Papillion, Neb., a suburb just outside of Omaha.
By Roman StubbsCapitals’ shake-up continues with departures of two assistant coaches
The moves come three days after the Capitals ousted Peter Laviolette as coach.
By Roman Stubbs