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Posted at 05:23 PM ET, 11/30/2013

Open thread: Capitals at Islanders

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals take on the Islanders Saturday night.

By Katie Carrera | 05:23 PM ET, 11/30/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Isles, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 03:00 PM ET, 11/30/2013

In NHL, plus-minus rating can be deceiving

By Neil Greenberg

The performance of teammates makes the metric an unreliable barometer of individual performance.

By Neil Greenberg | 03:00 PM ET, 11/30/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Statistical analysis

Posted at 01:20 PM ET, 11/30/2013

Dmitry Orlov to make season debut against Islanders, Brooks Laich to miss second straight game

By Katie Carrera

News and notes from the Capitals’ morning skate on Long Island.

By Katie Carrera | 01:20 PM ET, 11/30/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Urbom, Brooks Laich, Caps-Isles, Dmitry Orlov, Hershey Bears, Injuries, Martin Erat, Michael Latta

Posted at 09:15 AM ET, 11/30/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 3-2 shootout win over the Canadiens

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from Washington’s shootout win against Montreal.

By Katie Carrera | 09:15 AM ET, 11/30/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Urbom, Caps-Habs, Eric Fehr, Five thoughts, Jason Chimera, Mikahil Grabovski

Posted at 09:56 PM ET, 11/29/2013

Braden Holtby comes up big on short notice, helps fuel Caps’ win

By Katie Carrera

Braden Holtby finished with 35 saves in a game he wasn’t supposed to appear in.

By Katie Carrera | 09:56 PM ET, 11/29/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Habs, Goalies, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 05:12 PM ET, 11/29/2013

Michal Neuvirth injured during warmups, won’t travel to New York (updated)

By Katie Carrera

A last-minute switch in net for Washington.

By Katie Carrera | 05:12 PM ET, 11/29/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Braden Holtby, Caps-Habs, Goalies, Injuries, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 03:45 PM ET, 11/29/2013

Open thread: Capitals vs. Canadiens

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Caps host the Montreal Canadiens Friday.

By Katie Carrera | 03:45 PM ET, 11/29/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Habs, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 01:05 PM ET, 11/29/2013

Oates wants Capitals to turn a new page, focus on Montreal after latest loss

By Katie Carrera

After one of the worst losses of the season, Coach Adam Oates wants the Capitals to move forward.

By Katie Carrera | 01:05 PM ET, 11/29/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Caps-Habs, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 10:32 AM ET, 11/29/2013

Brooks Laich won’t face Canadiens, Jay Beagle to play on third line

By Katie Carrera

Oates is hopeful Laich will be able to play Saturday when Washington visits Long Island.

By Katie Carrera | 10:32 AM ET, 11/29/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Caps-Habs, Injuries, Jay Beagle, Lineups

Posted at 11:55 AM ET, 11/28/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 6-4 loss to the Ottawa Senators

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from the Capitals’ loss to Ottawa.

By Katie Carrera | 11:55 AM ET, 11/28/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Brooks Laich, Caps-Sens, Eric Fehr, Five thoughts, Mike Green

Posted at 12:06 AM ET, 11/28/2013

Adam Oates: Capitals ‘lousy’ in 6-4 loss to Ottawa

By Katie Carrera

Another mistake-riddled night for Washington.

By Katie Carrera | 12:06 AM ET, 11/28/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Caps-Sens

Posted at 05:22 PM ET, 11/27/2013

Open thread: Capitals vs. Senators

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals host the Ottawa Senators Wednesday night.

By Katie Carrera | 05:22 PM ET, 11/27/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Sens, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 12:07 PM ET, 11/27/2013

Rockville native Haley Skarupa outproduces her Olympian peers

By Neil Greenberg

Despite exceeding expectations at every level she has played, Rockville’s Haley Skarupa was still left off the 2014 Olympic squad headed to Sochi in favor of more seasoned veterans.

By Neil Greenberg | 12:07 PM ET, 11/27/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Sochi 2014, Statistical analysis, Women's hockey

Posted at 11:30 AM ET, 11/27/2013

Brooks Laich misses Capitals’ morning skate but expected to face Senators

By Katie Carrera

Notes from the Capitals’ morning skate

By Katie Carrera | 11:30 AM ET, 11/27/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Caps-Sens, Injuries, Lineups, Roster moves, Tyson Strachan

Posted at 07:49 AM ET, 11/27/2013

Capitals couldn’t find where Martin Erat fit

By Katie Carrera

The Caps brought Martin Erat in when they needed a top-six forward because of injuries, but never found where he fit within a healthy roster.

By Katie Carrera | 07:49 AM ET, 11/27/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, George McPhee, Martin Erat, Trades

Posted at 05:58 PM ET, 11/26/2013

Why the Capitals keep recalling, but don’t play, Dmitry Orlov

By Katie Carrera

According to a league source, Orlov can leave for the KHL on Jan. 1 if he hasn’t been on the active NHL roster for a total of 30 days.

By Katie Carrera | 05:58 PM ET, 11/26/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Defense, Dmitry Orlov, Hershey Bears, KHL, Roster moves

Posted at 01:01 PM ET, 11/26/2013

Capitals teammates respect Martin Erat’s right to seek a trade

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals don’t expect Martin Erat’s trade request to be a distraction, and they understand he wants to play more.

By Katie Carrera | 01:01 PM ET, 11/26/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Martin Erat, Trades, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 08:07 AM ET, 11/26/2013

Is Washington’s penalty kill championship caliber?

By Neil Greenberg

The Capitals have surrendered 1.76 shots against each time they have been shorthanded this season. Only four teams have allowed more.

By Neil Greenberg | 08:07 AM ET, 11/26/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Penalty Kill, Statistical analysis

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 11/26/2013

Capitals, Martin Erat will keep the status quo until a deal can be found

By Katie Carrera

After his trade request, Martin Erat will continue practicing and, if needed, playing with the Capitals.

By Katie Carrera | 08:00 AM ET, 11/26/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, George McPhee, Joel Ward, Martin Erat, Trades

Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 11/25/2013

Martin Erat asks Capitals to trade him (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Less than a year after being acquired by the Capitals, the veteran winger says, “it’s time for me to move on.“

By Katie Carrera | 12:00 PM ET, 11/25/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Martin Erat, Trades

Posted at 11:13 AM ET, 11/25/2013

Michal Neuvirth injured in Capitals practice (updated)

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals’ backup netminder left practice early Monday.

By Katie Carrera | 11:13 AM ET, 11/25/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Injuries, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 10:36 AM ET, 11/25/2013

Capitals recall Dmitry Orlov, assign Tyson Strachan to Hershey

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals have recalled Dmitry Orlov for the fourth time in the past month.

By Katie Carrera | 10:36 AM ET, 11/25/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Dmitry Orlov, Roster moves, Tyson Strachan

Posted at 01:32 PM ET, 11/24/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 2-1 shootout loss in Toronto

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from Washington’s loss Saturday night.

By Katie Carrera | 01:32 PM ET, 11/24/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Leafs, Five thoughts, John Carlson, Nicklas Backstrom, Power play

Posted at 12:16 AM ET, 11/24/2013

Mikhail Grabovski escapes significant injury after being hit in face by skate

By Katie Carrera

Grabovski needed 20 stitches to close two cuts on his face.

By Katie Carrera | 12:16 AM ET, 11/24/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Caps-Leafs, Injuries, Mikhail Grabovski

Posted at 05:42 PM ET, 11/23/2013

Open thread: Capitals at Maple Leafs

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals visit Toronto Saturday night.

By Katie Carrera | 05:42 PM ET, 11/23/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Leafs, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 01:26 PM ET, 11/23/2013

Eric Fehr returns to Caps’ lineup against Leafs, Martin Erat out

By Katie Carrera

Oates makes line changes as the Capitals prepare for the Maple Leafs.

By Katie Carrera | 01:26 PM ET, 11/23/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Leafs, Eric Fehr, Lineups, Martin Erat

Posted at 11:50 AM ET, 11/23/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 3-2 loss to Montreal

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from the Capitals’ loss to Montreal.

By Katie Carrera | 11:50 AM ET, 11/23/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Brooks Laich, Caps-Habs, Five thoughts

Posted at 09:30 AM ET, 11/23/2013

Should Ryan Suter be considered the front-runner for the Norris?

By Neil Greenberg

It is going to take more than a ton of minutes to win the NHL’s top defenseman award.

By Neil Greenberg | 09:30 AM ET, 11/23/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Norris Trophy, Statistical analysis

Posted at 11:44 PM ET, 11/22/2013

Adam Oates frustrated by Capitals’ 3-2 loss to Montreal

By Katie Carrera

Capitals Coach Adam Oates isn’t one to call out players after a loss, but he did share his overall frustration Friday night.

By Katie Carrera | 11:44 PM ET, 11/22/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Caps-Habs

Posted at 05:35 PM ET, 11/22/2013

Open thread: Capitals vs. Canadiens

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals host the Montreal Canadiens.

By Katie Carrera | 05:35 PM ET, 11/22/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Habs, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 01:40 PM ET, 11/22/2013

Mikhail Grabovski: ‘You enjoy to play when people trust you’

By Katie Carrera

Mikhail Grabovski faces both of his former teams this weekend.

By Katie Carrera | 01:40 PM ET, 11/22/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Jason Chimera, Mikhail Grabovski, Third line, Toronto Maple Leafs

Posted at 12:01 PM ET, 11/22/2013

Martin Erat centering second line; Michal Neuvirth to start against Canadiens (updated)

By Katie Carrera

News and notes from the Capitals morning skate.

By Katie Carrera | 12:01 PM ET, 11/22/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Habs, Injuries, Lineups, Martin Erat, Mike Green, Steve Oleksy

Posted at 10:45 AM ET, 11/22/2013

Is it time to break up the Capitals’ core?

By Neil Greenberg

If the coaches have changed and the systems have changed but the results haven’t improved, what is left to tinker with?

By Neil Greenberg | 10:45 AM ET, 11/22/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Line combinations, Statistical analysis

Posted at 09:02 AM ET, 11/22/2013

Adam Oates says Capitals’ second line needs to ‘work a little harder and smarter’

By Katie Carrera

Troy Brouwer and Brooks Laich continue to struggle at even strength regardless of who they’re paired with.

By Katie Carrera | 09:02 AM ET, 11/22/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Second line, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 01:51 PM ET, 11/21/2013

Mike Green expected to face Canadiens; Oates undecided about goaltender

By Katie Carrera

News and notes from Thursday’s practice.

By Katie Carrera | 01:51 PM ET, 11/21/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Injuries, Mike Green, Practice update

Posted at 10:04 AM ET, 11/21/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 4-0 loss to Pittsburgh

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from the Capitals’ loss to the Penguins.

By Katie Carrera | 10:04 AM ET, 11/21/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Brooks Laich, Caps-Pens, Five thoughts, Karl Alzner

Posted at 12:40 AM ET, 11/21/2013

Braden Holtby’s struggles against Penguins continue

By Katie Carrera

Capitals goalie Braden Holtby is winless in four career appearances against Pittsburgh.

By Katie Carrera | 12:40 AM ET, 11/21/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Braden Holtby, Caps-Pens

Posted at 05:35 PM ET, 11/20/2013

Open thread: Capitals vs. Penguins

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals and Penguins face off as divisional opponents for the first time in more than 20 years.

By Katie Carrera | 05:35 PM ET, 11/20/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Pens, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 02:33 PM ET, 11/20/2013

Ovechkin and Oates on Evgeni Malkin’s scoring slump

By Katie Carrera

Malkin may be on a 14-game goal-scoring drought, but the Caps still know what the Pens center is capable of.

By Katie Carrera | 02:33 PM ET, 11/20/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Pens, Evgeni Malkin

Posted at 12:42 PM ET, 11/20/2013

John Erskine still working to regain strength, no timeline for a return

By Katie Carrera

Capitals defenseman still has a ways to go in rebuilding the strength in his surgically-repaired knee.

By Katie Carrera | 12:42 PM ET, 11/20/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Injuries, John Erskine

Posted at 12:00 PM ET, 11/20/2013

Mike Green won’t play against Penguins

By Katie Carrera

Notes from the Capitals’ morning skate.

By Katie Carrera | 12:00 PM ET, 11/20/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Pens, Injuries, John Erskine, Lineups, Mike Green

Posted at 10:19 AM ET, 11/20/2013

Ovechkin-Crosby: Stars are shining once again as Caps, Pens meet

By Lindsay Applebaum

Back at the top of their games, Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby face off as division rivals tonight at Verizon Center.

By Lindsay Applebaum | 10:19 AM ET, 11/20/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Pens, Pittsburgh Penguins, Sidney Crosby

Posted at 02:16 PM ET, 11/19/2013

Wilson, Schmidt grew up watching Ovechkin-Crosby rivalry

By Katie Carrera

The rookies are eager for their first taste of the Capitals-Penguins rivalry and to be a part of a head-to-head Ovechkin-Crosby matchup.

By Katie Carrera | 02:16 PM ET, 11/19/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Pens, Nate Schmidt, Sidney Crosby, Tom Wilson

Posted at 11:47 AM ET, 11/19/2013

Caps-Pens rivalry in need of a spark?

By Katie Carrera

Has the Capitals-Penguins rivalry lost some of its intensity in recent years?

By Katie Carrera | 11:47 AM ET, 11/19/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Pens, Karl Alzner, Sidney Crosby

Posted at 10:46 AM ET, 11/19/2013

Mike Green hopes to be ready to face Penguins (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Notes from the Capitals’ practice.

By Katie Carrera | 10:46 AM ET, 11/19/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Injuries, John Erskine, Mike Green, Practice update

Posted at 09:56 AM ET, 11/18/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ win over the Blues

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from the Capitals’ 4-1 win over St. Louis.

By Katie Carrera | 09:56 AM ET, 11/18/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Blues, Five thoughts, John Carlson, Nicklas Backstrom, Third line

Posted at 10:33 PM ET, 11/17/2013

Alex Ovechkin scores two goals, ties Alexander Steen for league lead in Caps’ win

By Katie Carrera

The star winger’s two goals fueled Washington’s 4-1 win over the Blues and tied him for the league lead in goals.

By Katie Carrera | 10:33 PM ET, 11/17/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Blues, NHL scoring race

Posted at 04:30 PM ET, 11/17/2013

Open thread: Capitals vs. Blues

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals host Jaroslav Halak and the St. Louis Blues

By Katie Carrera | 04:30 PM ET, 11/17/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Blues, Dmitry Orlov, Injuries, Lineups, Mike Green, Open Thread, Roster moves

Posted at 12:24 PM ET, 11/17/2013

Capitals will try to contain NHL leading scorer Alexander Steen

By Katie Carrera

Alexander Steen is the only player in the NHL with more goals than Alex Ovechkin.

By Katie Carrera | 12:24 PM ET, 11/17/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Blues

Posted at 11:01 AM ET, 11/17/2013

Mike Green to miss second straight game; Capitals prepare for ‘stingy’ Blues

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals will be without Mike Green as they host a Blues team that Oates says is “clearly” among the league’s best.

By Katie Carrera | 11:01 AM ET, 11/17/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Blues, Lineups

Posted at 03:50 PM ET, 11/16/2013

Marcus Johansson a natural fit with Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom

By Katie Carrera

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that Coach Adam Oates kept Marcus Johansson on the top line for Saturday’s practice.

By Katie Carrera | 03:50 PM ET, 11/16/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Injuries, Marcus Johansson, Mike Green, Nicklas Backstrom, Top line

Posted at 12:03 PM ET, 11/16/2013

Who has the league’s best power play?

By Neil Greenberg

While the Blues and Capitals top the leaderboard, the San Jose Sharks, currently eighth in efficiency (21.1 percent), have the league’s best and most potent power play.

By Neil Greenberg | 12:03 PM ET, 11/16/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Power play, Statistical analysis

Posted at 10:15 AM ET, 11/16/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 4-3 shootout win in Detroit

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from the Capitals’ win in Motor City.

By Katie Carrera | 10:15 AM ET, 11/16/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Brooks Laich, Five thoughts, John Carlson, Marcus Johansson, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 12:34 AM ET, 11/16/2013

Michael Latta records first NHL goal, helps key Caps’ comeback against Red Wings

By Katie Carrera

The rookie center’s first goal comes at an important time for the Capitals.

By Katie Carrera | 12:34 AM ET, 11/16/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Red Wings, Michael Latta

Posted at 06:21 PM ET, 11/15/2013

Open thread: Capitals at Red Wings

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals visit the Detroit Red Wings.

By Katie Carrera | 06:21 PM ET, 11/15/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Red Wings, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 01:20 PM ET, 11/15/2013

Mike Green won’t face Red Wings; Tyson Strachan to make Capitals debut

By Katie Carrera

The defenseman will miss his first game of the season after suffering a contusion against Columbus earlier in the week.

By Katie Carrera | 01:20 PM ET, 11/15/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Red Wings, Injuries, Lineups, Mike Green, Tyson Strachan

Posted at 09:20 AM ET, 11/15/2013

George McPhee weighs in on potential changes to overtime format

By Katie Carrera

The Caps’ general manager doesn’t want to see overtime extended or include a 3-on-3 format.

By Katie Carrera | 09:20 AM ET, 11/15/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: George McPhee, NHL rules, Overtime

Posted at 07:35 AM ET, 11/15/2013

John Carlson has found an offensive groove

By Katie Carrera

Carlson has four goals in the past six games and all but two of Washington’s goals from defensemen this season.

By Katie Carrera | 07:35 AM ET, 11/15/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Defense, John Carlson

Posted at 02:24 PM ET, 11/14/2013

Capitals recall defenseman Tyson Strachan

By Katie Carrera

With Mike Green questionable to face the Red Wings, Washington has called up Tyson Strachan.

By Katie Carrera | 02:24 PM ET, 11/14/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Hershey Bears, Roster moves, Tyson Strachan

Posted at 12:24 PM ET, 11/14/2013

Mike Green’s status uncertain against Red Wings

By Katie Carrera

The defenseman missed a second practice but will travel with the team to Detroit.

By Katie Carrera | 12:24 PM ET, 11/14/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Injuries, Mike Green, Roster moves

Posted at 10:29 AM ET, 11/14/2013

Laich and Brouwer not showing much chemistry together

By Neil Greenberg

It may be time to revisit the Brooks Laich and Troy Brouwer pairing on the second line.

By Neil Greenberg | 10:29 AM ET, 11/14/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Line combinations, Statistical analysis, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 09:35 AM ET, 11/14/2013

Capitals’ new look top line hoping to establish chemistry

By Katie Carrera

Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom and Martin Erat have played five games together as the top line but have yet to combine for an even-strength goal.

By Katie Carrera | 09:35 AM ET, 11/14/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, First line, Martin Erat, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 07:05 AM ET, 11/14/2013

George McPhee on Dmitry Orlov: ‘He’ll get his chance’

By Katie Carrera

When will the defensive prospect appear in a game with the Capitals?

By Katie Carrera | 07:05 AM ET, 11/14/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Defense, Dmitry Orlov, George McPhee, Hershey Bears, Roster moves

Posted at 11:54 AM ET, 11/13/2013

Mike Green misses Capitals practice with lower-body injury (updated)

By Katie Carrera

The defenseman didn’t take part in Wednesday’s practice.

By Katie Carrera | 11:54 AM ET, 11/13/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Dmitry Orlov, Injuries, Line combinations, Mike Green, Practice update, Roster moves

Posted at 10:03 AM ET, 11/13/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 4-3 overtime win against Columbus

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from the Capitals’ overtime win.

By Katie Carrera | 10:03 AM ET, 11/13/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Blue Jackets, Five thoughts, Martin Erat, Mike Green, Mikhail Grabovski

Posted at 11:25 PM ET, 11/12/2013

Oates’s overtime adjustment pays off for Capitals against Columbus

By Katie Carrera

How a change in the four-on-four pairings wound up benefitting the Capitals in unexpected ways Tuesday night.

By Katie Carrera | 11:25 PM ET, 11/12/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Blue Jackets, Marcus Johansson, Mikhail Grabovski

Posted at 05:24 PM ET, 11/12/2013

Open thread: Capitals vs. Blue Jackets

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals host the Columbus Blue Jackets Monday night.

By Katie Carrera | 05:24 PM ET, 11/12/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Blue Jackets, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 12:48 PM ET, 11/12/2013

Capitals react to Steven Stamkos’s injury

By Katie Carrera

The NHL will be without one of its top young stars indefinitely after Steven Stamkos suffered a broken tibia Monday.

By Katie Carrera | 12:48 PM ET, 11/12/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Around the NHL, Nicklas Backstrom, Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay Lightning

Posted at 12:07 PM ET, 11/12/2013

Adam Oates not planning changes to Capitals’ 5-on-3 approach

By Katie Carrera

Notes from the Capitals morning skate.

By Katie Carrera | 12:07 PM ET, 11/12/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Blue Jackets, Lineups

Posted at 08:04 AM ET, 11/11/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 4-1 loss to the Avalanche

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals wrap up their brief road trip with a loss to the Avalanche and likely won’t mind not having to face that particular opponent the rest of the season.

By Katie Carrera | 08:04 AM ET, 11/11/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Caps-Avs, Five thoughts

Posted at 06:35 AM ET, 11/11/2013

Capitals need to correct familiar problems

By Katie Carrera

Allowing a quick goal against after scoring themselves and the inability to convert 5-on-3 cost the Capitals once again.

By Katie Carrera | 06:35 AM ET, 11/11/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Avs, Power play, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 12:47 AM ET, 11/11/2013

Alex Ovechkin no worse for wear but angry at officials after falling hard into boards against Avalanche

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals star winger explains his frustration with the referees for the play that send him falling awkwardly into the corner boards Sunday night.

By Katie Carrera | 12:47 AM ET, 11/11/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Avs

Posted at 07:45 PM ET, 11/10/2013

Open thread: Capitals at Avalanche

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals take on the Avalanche Sunday night in Denver.

By Katie Carrera | 07:45 PM ET, 11/10/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Avs, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 03:37 PM ET, 11/10/2013

Capitals bracing for altitude effects against Avalanche

By Katie Carrera

Playing in the altitude of Denver on the second game of back-to-backs is far from ideal.

By Katie Carrera | 03:37 PM ET, 11/10/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Avs, Karl Alzner

Posted at 01:16 PM ET, 11/10/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 4-3 shootout loss in Phoenix

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from the 4-3 shootout loss to the Coyotes.

By Katie Carrera | 01:16 PM ET, 11/10/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Caps-Coyotes, Five thoughts, John Carlson, Karl Alzner, Penalty Kill, Power play, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 01:37 AM ET, 11/10/2013

Capitals squander lead, late power-play chances fall in shootout to Coyotes

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals weren’t without opportunities to put the

By Katie Carrera | 01:37 AM ET, 11/10/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Caps-Coyotes, Power play

Posted at 06:47 PM ET, 11/09/2013

Open thread: Capitals at Coyotes

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals visit the Coyotes for the first time since Feb. 14, 2011.

By Katie Carrera | 06:47 PM ET, 11/09/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Coyotes, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 05:01 PM ET, 11/09/2013

Jason Chimera glad for fast start this season: ‘I knew I had a lot more to give’

By Katie Carrera

Off to a strong start, the veteran winger is glad to secure a longer stay in Washington.

By Katie Carrera | 05:01 PM ET, 11/09/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Contract extensions, Contracts, Jason Chimera

Posted at 01:59 PM ET, 11/09/2013

Capitals heed lessons of patience, persistence as they prepare to face Coyotes

By Katie Carrera

Notes from the morning skate in Phoenix.

By Katie Carrera | 01:59 PM ET, 11/09/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Caps-Coyotes, Lineups, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 11:35 AM ET, 11/09/2013

NHL goalies should not be judged by wins and losses

By Neil Greenberg

You could look at Ryan Miller’s record and think he is having a terrible year. But that’s not the case.

By Neil Greenberg | 11:35 AM ET, 11/09/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Goaltending, Statistical analysis

Posted at 03:03 PM ET, 11/08/2013

Graham McPhee commits to same college coach as his dad

By Barry Svrluga

George McPhee’s son, Graham, commits to play for Boston College under Coach Jerry York, who coached the Caps GM three decades ago at Bowling Green.

By Barry Svrluga | 03:03 PM ET, 11/08/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: George McPhee, Graham McPhee, Jerry York

Posted at 01:55 PM ET, 11/08/2013

Capitals re-sign Jason Chimera through 2016

By Chelsea Janes

Washington re-signs 34-year-old forward to a two-year extension through the 2016 season that will pay him $2 million a year.

By Chelsea Janes | 01:55 PM ET, 11/08/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Jason Chimera

Posted at 01:28 PM ET, 11/08/2013

West coast trip brings challenges, old friends

By Chelsea Janes

By Chelsea Janes | 01:28 PM ET, 11/08/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Mike Ribeiro

Posted at 08:59 AM ET, 11/08/2013

Capitals take randomness out of the shootout

By Barry Svrluga

The Capitals are now 4-0 in shootouts this season -- and perfect in the Adam Oates era.

By Barry Svrluga | 08:59 AM ET, 11/08/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 05:01 PM ET, 11/07/2013

Open thread: Capitals vs. Wild

By Barry Svrluga

Discuss the game as the Capitals host the Minnesota Wild Thursday night.

By Barry Svrluga | 05:01 PM ET, 11/07/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Wild, Lineup, Open Thread

Posted at 12:27 PM ET, 11/07/2013

The Capitals’ young fourth line

By Chelsea Janes

Coach Adam Oates hasn’t hesitated to sit veterans for what he believes is an increasingly reliable, though inexperienced, combination.

By Chelsea Janes | 12:27 PM ET, 11/07/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Aaron Volpatti, Line combinations, Michael Latta, Tom Wilson

Posted at 11:37 AM ET, 11/07/2013

Marcus Johansson settling in at center

By Chelsea Janes

It’d been a while since Marcus Johansson had lit the lamp in an NHL game that counted before he scored against the Islanders Tuesday.

By Chelsea Janes | 11:37 AM ET, 11/07/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: capitals, Marcus Johansson

Posted at 08:47 AM ET, 11/07/2013

Capitals taking too many penalties

By Chelsea Janes

The Capitals have the league’s top penalty killing unit, but that also means they’ve had a lot of penalties to kill.

By Chelsea Janes | 08:47 AM ET, 11/07/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Karl Alzner, penalties

Posted at 01:36 PM ET, 11/06/2013

Alex Ovechkin thinks rookie hazing is ‘stupid’

By Barry Svrluga

Alex Ovechkin and Adam Oates think serious rookie hazing has no place in the NHL.

By Barry Svrluga | 01:36 PM ET, 11/06/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, capitals, Tom Wilson

Posted at 01:06 PM ET, 11/06/2013

Eric Fehr on being the odd man out: ‘It’s not easy to take’

By Chelsea Janes

After playing well in Alex Ovechkin’s absence, Eric Fehr is the odd man out of the Capitals’ new-look lines.

By Chelsea Janes | 01:06 PM ET, 11/06/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Eric Fehr

Posted at 09:44 AM ET, 11/06/2013

Tom Wilson scores first NHL goal, survives shaving cream attack

By Barry Svrluga

Capitals’ rookie Tom Wilson scored his first NHL goal Tuesday night -- and was victimized afterward.

By Barry Svrluga | 09:44 AM ET, 11/06/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Tom Wilson

Posted at 05:35 PM ET, 11/05/2013

Open thread: Capitals vs. Islanders

By Barry Svrluga

Discuss the game as the Capitals host the New York Islanders Tuesday night.

By Barry Svrluga | 05:35 PM ET, 11/05/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Isles, Open Thread

Posted at 12:10 PM ET, 11/05/2013

Alex Ovechkin will play vs. Islanders

By Chelsea Janes

After missing two games with a right shoulder injury, Alex Ovechkin will play tonight against the Islanders at Verizon Center.

By Chelsea Janes | 12:10 PM ET, 11/05/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, capitals, Eric Fehr, Martin Erat

Posted at 03:20 PM ET, 11/04/2013

Jason Chimera named NHL’s third star of the week

By Chelsea Janes

Capitals forward Jason Chimera is named the NHL’s third star of the week for a six-point performance.

By Chelsea Janes | 03:20 PM ET, 11/04/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Jason Chimera

Posted at 02:41 PM ET, 11/04/2013

Capitals changing up the lines for Ovechkin’s return

By Chelsea Janes

Adam Oates shuffled his lines in a big way for practice Monday in anticipation of Alex Ovechkin’s return, but the changes may not stick.

By Chelsea Janes | 02:41 PM ET, 11/04/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Brooks Laich, Line combinations, Martin Erat

Posted at 12:55 PM ET, 11/04/2013

Alex Ovechkin practices fully, ‘probably going to play tomorrow’

By Chelsea Janes

Capitals captain practices fully and seemingly uninhibited this morning, and ‘probably’ will play tomorrow.

By Chelsea Janes | 12:55 PM ET, 11/04/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Dmitry Orlov

Posted at 10:56 AM ET, 11/03/2013

John Carlson finally scores

By Barry Svrluga

John Carlson scores the 100th point of his career, but just the second goal for a Capitals defenseman this year.

By Barry Svrluga | 10:56 AM ET, 11/03/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, John Carlson, Mike Green

Posted at 06:59 PM ET, 11/02/2013

Open thread: Capitals. vs. Panthers

By Barry Svrluga

By Barry Svrluga | 06:59 PM ET, 11/02/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:06 PM ET, 11/02/2013

Alex Ovechkin ruled out for Capitals-Panthers game on Saturday

By Chelsea Janes

Coach Adam Oates says he wants to give his captain “a couple more days” to recover from a shoulder injury.

By Chelsea Janes | 02:06 PM ET, 11/02/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Line combinations

Posted at 10:27 AM ET, 11/02/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 7-0 win over the Flyers

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from Washington’s win in Philadelphia.

By Katie Carrera | 10:27 AM ET, 11/02/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Flyers, Five thoughts

Posted at 07:41 AM ET, 11/02/2013

St. Louis Blues’ Alexander Steen is an NHL early-season surprise

By Neil Greenberg

Puck luck has kissed Steen so far this season, when a shooting percentage that far surpasses his norm -- and the league’s -- has him atop the list of goal-scoring leaders.

By Neil Greenberg | 07:41 AM ET, 11/02/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alexander Steen, Statistical analysis

Posted at 12:24 AM ET, 11/02/2013

Braden Holtby, Ray Emery brawl as Capitals’ win turns into fight night in Philadelphia

By Katie Carrera

Washington’s 7-0 win was a bit overshadowed by third-period fireworks in Philadelphia.

By Katie Carrera | 12:24 AM ET, 11/02/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Flyers, Joel Ward, Ray Emery, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 06:03 PM ET, 11/01/2013

Open thread: Capitals at Flyers

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals visit the Philadelphia Flyers Friday night.

By Katie Carrera | 06:03 PM ET, 11/01/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Flyers, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 02:09 PM ET, 11/01/2013

Braden Holtby to start; Michael Latta, Alex Urbom expected in Capitals’ lineup against Flyers

By Katie Carrera

Notes from the morning skate: Braden Holtby gets start. Michael Latta and Alex Urbom fit in lineup.

By Katie Carrera | 02:09 PM ET, 11/01/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Flyers, Dmitry Orlov, Lineups, Michael Latta

Posted at 09:46 AM ET, 11/01/2013

Dmitry Orlov eager to show he belongs in NHL

By Katie Carrera

The defensive prospect rejoins the team during preparations for the game at Philadelphia.

By Katie Carrera | 09:46 AM ET, 11/01/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Caps-Flyers, Defense, Dmitry Orlov

Posted at 07:31 AM ET, 11/01/2013

Marcus Johansson centering Capitals’ second line in latest forward combinations

By Katie Carrera

A natural center, Johansson has rarely played the position during Adam Oates’s tenure.

By Katie Carrera | 07:31 AM ET, 11/01/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Caps-Flyers, Marcus Johansson

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Capitals Insider: November, 2013