Washington Capitals April 9 Alex Ovechkin admits he had doubts about reaching Wayne Gretzky record Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin appeared on Fox News Channel's "Fox & Friends" on Wednesday to talk his record-setting achievement.
Washington Capitals April 7 Putin congratulates Alex Ovechkin after breaking NHL record Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin for breaking Wayne Gretzky's record for most career goals.
Washington Capitals April 6 Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky's record for most career goals Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin scored goal No. 895 on Sunday against the New York Islanders. He broke Wayne Gretzky's career mark.
Washington Capitals April 5 FBI Director Kash Patel celebrates Alex Ovechkin's historic night alongside Wayne Gretzky: 'Huge props' In the stands at at Capital One Arena on Friday night, FBI Director Kash Patel sat alongside Wayne Gretzky to watch Alex Ovechkin tie his NHL record.
NHL April 4 Wayne Gretzky reacts to Alex Ovechkin tying his NHL goals record: 'That's OK' Wayne Gretzky is all aboard the Gr8 Chase train, as he began following Alex Ovechkin on Friday night amid his quest to become the NHL's all-time leading goalscorer.
Washington Capitals April 4 Alex Ovechkin ties Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal record Alex Ovechkin is now one goal away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer. Ovechkin tied the "Great One" on Friday.
Washington Capitals April 3 Alex Ovechkin scores career goal No 892 as he nears Wayne Gretzky's all-time mark Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin inched closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky's career goals record on Wednesday night with a score against the Carolina Hurricanes.
NHL April 2 Alex Ovechkin odds: When will he break Wayne Gretzky's scoring record? Ovi is just a few goals away from breaking Gretzky's scoring record. Will he do it this season? And if so, against which team will he do it? See the odds.
Washington Capitals March 5 Alex Ovechkin donates to pediatric cancer research as he chases NHL history Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin announced Wednesday he will donate a dollar amount equal to his career goal total to cancer research as he chases an NHL record.
Washington Capitals March 1 Washington Capitals to honor DCA plane crash victims with helmet decal The Washington Capitals and Tampa Bay Lightning will honor the victims of the DCA plane crash, one month to the day of the horrific accident.
Opinion February 1 Forget breaking Gretzky's record. Could Ovechkin become president of Russia? The Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin is not just an NHL superstar with his sights set on Gretzky's scoring record. He is also renowned for loving his native Russia and her people.Â
Washington Capitals January 22 Capitals netminder Logan Thompson blames rogue nacho platter for Oilers goal A cheesy interruption during the Capitals game in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on Tuesday night almost threatened Washington's win streak, which improved to five straight after a win over the Oilers.
Washington Capitals January 21 Team USA, Capitals star TJ Oshie preaches love for country after Trump post gets backlash Washington Capitals star T.J. Oshie, who has had some historic moments with Team USA, had to defend his post of a President Donald Trump graphic on Monday.
NHL January 21 Tom McVie, longtime NHL coach, dead at 89 Tom McVie, Boston Bruins ambassador and former coach for the Washington Capitals, New Jersey Devils and Winnipeg Jets, is dead at age of 89.
Washington Capitals November 28 NHL goalie inexplicably puts lead goal in own net Washington Capitals goalie Charlie Lindgren had an all-time blunder on Wednesday night, scoring a goal into his own net while trying to make a pass.
Washington Capitals November 22 Alex Ovechkin's quest to break Wayne Gretzky's coveted NHL record on hold after brutal injury Alex Ovechkin was on pace to become the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer this season, but a broken fibula has put his quest for history on hold.
Washington Capitals September 12 Stephen Peat, former NHL enforcer with Capitals, dies from injuries following tragic accident Stephen Peat, a former forward for the Washington Capitals during his four seasons in the NHL, has died at the age of 44 after suffering injuries in an accident.
Stanley Cup Playoffs April 21 Rangers' Matt Rempe makes immediate impact in 1st postseason game: 'I think I'm built for the playoffs' Matt Rempe helped the New York Rangers to a 4-1 victory over the Washington Capitals in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and felt at home doing it.
Washington Wizards March 22, 2024 Wizards, Capitals' proposed move not permitted for at least another 24 years, DC attorney general argues Wizards and Capitals owner Ted Leonsis wants to relocate the NBA and NHL franchises, but his plans for a multibillion-dollar sports and entertainment development face a new challenge.
Colorado Avalanche March 19, 2024 Chris Simon, who won Stanley Cup with Avalanche, dead at 52 Chris Simon, a Stanley Cup champion with the Colorado Avalanche, has died at the age of 52, the team announced on Tuesday. The cause of death was not provided.
NHL February 1, 2024 Anonymous NHL player poll reveals player with the most punchable face: ‘Always hated the guy’ Florida Panthers forward Nick Cousins was voted NHL player "whose face you most want to punch," according to The Athletic's anonymous player poll.
Virginia January 8, 2024 Virginia Legislature to take up proposed Wizards, Capitals stadium move in 2024 session Virginia's Legislature is set to begin its lengthy consideration of a plan to develop a new sports arena complex in Alexandria, rehoming both the Washington Wizards and Capitals.
Columbus Blue Jackets December 22, 2023 Blue Jackets goalie unleashes on infamous NHL agitator leading to overtime loss: 'He got what he deserved' Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis Merzlikins was given a roughing call after unleashing on Washington Capitals agitator Tom Wilson, resulting in a power play for the Capitals and ultimately Alex Ovechkin’s game winner.
Fox News Flash December 14, 2023 Washington Wizards, Capitals plan to depart DC as crime crisis intensifies; Youngkin celebrates move Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin spoke about potential details of a deal to bring major D.C. sports to his state amid an uptick in Washington crime on "The Ingraham Angle."
NHL September 16, 2023 Stanley Cup champ Jaromir Jagr hints at return to pro hockey at age 51: 'Anticipation before the start' Age appears to be nothing more than an a number, especially when it comes to former NHL standout and current Czech Republic hockey team owner Jaromir Jagr.
NHL August 31, 2023 Two-time Stanley Cup champion retires after 11 seasons in the NHL over ‘severe’ eye injury Veteran NHL player Carl Hagelin announced his retirement from the NHL after 11 seasons following a “severe" eye injury he sustained in March 2022.
Washington Capitals May 30, 2023 Capitals hire Maple Leafs assistant Spencer Carbery as head coach For the first time in nine years, the Capitals failed to qualify for the postseason. The franchise has tapped one of the NHL's rising assistants to lead the team's turnaround.
Washington Capitals April 14, 2023 Capitals and head coach Peter Laviolette mutually agree to part ways after three seasons Peter Laviolette spent three seasons as the Capitals' head coach, but the team will let his contract expire in late June after Washington missed the playoffs.
New Jersey Devils April 14, 2023 Devils' Luke Hughes scores first career goal with assist from his brother The New Jersey Devils defeated the Washington Capitals in overtime on Thursday night thanks to a goal from Luke Hughes off a pass from Jack Hughes.
Montreal Canadiens April 6, 2023 Canadiens' Denis Gurianov opts out of warmups during team’s Pride night Denis Gurianov cited family concerns and fear of reprisals in Russia as his reasons for skipping warmups during which Canadiens players will wear Pride-themed jerseys.
