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Posted at 01:02 PM ET, 09/30/2012

Adam Oates will help coach AHL’s Hershey Bears during NHL lockout

By Katie Carrera

Capitals coach Adam Oates will serve as co-coach of the AHL's Hershey Bears for the duration of the NHL lockout.

By Katie Carrera | 01:02 PM ET, 09/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Hershey Bears, NHL lockout

Posted at 11:39 AM ET, 09/28/2012

Brooks Laich signs with Kloten Flyers in Switzerland

By Katie Carrera

Brooks Laich has officially signed in Switzerland, making him the third Capitals player to ink a deal overseas during the NHL lockout.

By Katie Carrera | 11:39 AM ET, 09/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, NHL lockout

Posted at 02:24 PM ET, 09/27/2012

NHL cancels remaining preseason games

By Katie Carrera

With no agreement in sight, the NHL cancels all remaining preseason games.

By Katie Carrera | 02:24 PM ET, 09/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NHL lockout

Posted at 11:12 AM ET, 09/27/2012

Ovechkin records assist, shootout goal in Dynamo Moscow victory

By Katie Carrera

Alex Ovechkin records an assist, shootout goal in Dynamo Moscow's 3-2 shootout win Wednesday.

By Katie Carrera | 11:12 AM ET, 09/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Dynamo Moscow, KHL, NHL lockout

Posted at 06:14 PM ET, 09/25/2012

Brooks Laich to play in Switzerland

By Katie Carrera

A deal is not yet finalized, but Brooks Laich will have a contract to play in Europe by the end of the week, according to his agent.

By Katie Carrera | 06:14 PM ET, 09/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich

Posted at 06:14 PM ET, 09/25/2012

Brooks Laich to play in Switzerland

By Katie Carrera

A deal is not yet finalized, but Brooks Laich will have a contract to play in Europe by the end of the week, according to his agent.

By Katie Carrera | 06:14 PM ET, 09/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:07 PM ET, 09/25/2012

NHL, NHLPA set to resume negotiations Friday

By Katie Carrera

The NHL and NHLPA will return to the bargaining table for the first time since Sept. 12 but aren’t expected to discuss core-economic issues.

By Katie Carrera | 04:07 PM ET, 09/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:21 AM ET, 09/25/2012

NHL lockout roundup: Semin to play in second-tier Russian league

By Katie Carrera

Former Capital Alexander Semin has agreed to play for the VHL, the KHL’s minor league, during the lockout.

By Katie Carrera | 10:21 AM ET, 09/25/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:39 PM ET, 09/24/2012

NHL lockout roundup: Mike Ribeiro remains optimistic season won’t be lost

By Katie Carrera

NHL lockout roundup: The two sides meet, but not to negotiate a new CBA.

By Katie Carrera | 02:39 PM ET, 09/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:50 AM ET, 09/24/2012

Ovechkin records first goal for Dynamo Moscow (video)

By Katie Carrera

Alex Ovechkin recorded his first goal for Dynamo Moscow over the weekend.

By Katie Carrera | 11:50 AM ET, 09/24/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:09 PM ET, 09/21/2012

NHL lockout roundup: Caps would have started training camp this weekend

By Katie Carrera

On the day players would have reported to Washington for training camp, here’s a roundup of the quiet NHL labor front.

By Katie Carrera | 05:09 PM ET, 09/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:45 PM ET, 09/20/2012

Alex Ovechkin delivers open-ice hit in KHL debut (video)

By Katie Carrera

Check out Alex Ovechkin’s open ice hit from his debut in the KHL Thursday.

By Katie Carrera | 02:45 PM ET, 09/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:52 AM ET, 09/20/2012

Ovechkin talks about returning to Dynamo Moscow

By Katie Carrera

Alex Ovechkin, wearing No. 32, will make his KHL debut Thursday against Dynamo Minsk.

By Katie Carrera | 10:52 AM ET, 09/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:20 PM ET, 09/19/2012

Alex Ovechkin: ‘The league stop the NHL’

By Katie Carrera

Alex Ovechkin discusses the NHL lockout.

By Katie Carrera | 07:20 PM ET, 09/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:55 PM ET, 09/19/2012

NHL cancels preseason games in September

By Lindsay Applebaum

Caps won’t play Baltimore Hockey Classic.

By Lindsay Applebaum | 04:55 PM ET, 09/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:43 PM ET, 09/19/2012

Ovechkin: ‘If our contracts get slashed, I will have to think whether to return there or not’

By Katie Carrera

Alex Ovechkin speaks out about NHL labor negotiations and won’t rule out staying in Russia.

By Katie Carrera | 12:43 PM ET, 09/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:42 AM ET, 09/19/2012

Caps’ coaches and staff hit the ice

By Katie Carrera

Check out a couple of pictures of the Caps’ coaches in a game of shinny with some of the front office staff.

By Katie Carrera | 11:42 AM ET, 09/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:43 PM ET, 09/18/2012

Updated: Ovechkin signs with Dynamo Moscow

By Katie Carrera

According to multiple Russian reports, Alex Ovechkin has signed with the KHL’s Dynamo Moscow.

By Katie Carrera | 02:43 PM ET, 09/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:38 AM ET, 09/18/2012

Capitals cancel rookie game

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals have canceled Thursday’s rookie game against the Flyers because of the NHL lockout.

By Katie Carrera | 10:38 AM ET, 09/18/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:47 PM ET, 09/17/2012

Ovechkin prepared for lockout to take a ‘full year’

By Katie Carrera

According to Sovetsky Sport, Alex Ovechkin says the lockout may take a full season, and he’s ready to stay in Russia if it does.

By Katie Carrera | 02:47 PM ET, 09/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:00 PM ET, 09/17/2012

Capitals continue workouts during NHL lockout

By Katie Carrera

Despite the NHL’s third lockout in 18 years, a group of Capitals are still in Washington working out.

By Katie Carrera | 02:00 PM ET, 09/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:18 PM ET, 09/17/2012

Updated: Michal Neuvirth to play in Czech Republic

By Katie Carrera

Capitals goaltender Michal Neuvirth says he will have a deal to play in the Czech Extraliga during the NHL lockout by Tuesday.

By Katie Carrera | 12:18 PM ET, 09/17/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:41 AM ET, 09/16/2012

Update: NHLPA, NHL release messages to fans

By Katie Carrera

Hours after the lockout began, the NHL posted a letter to its fans on its website while the NHLPA issued a video to fans with several prominent players discussing .

By Katie Carrera | 10:41 AM ET, 09/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:14 AM ET, 09/16/2012

NHL lockout begins

By Katie Carrera

It’s official: The previous collective bargaining agreement expired at 11:59 p.m. and the NHL has locked out its players.

By Katie Carrera | 12:14 AM ET, 09/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Capitals Insider

Posted at 04:15 PM ET, 09/15/2012

No bargaining planned, NHL lockout imminent

By Katie Carrera

The NHL says there will be no bargaining sessions Saturday, meaning the league’s third lockout in 18 years will begin at midnight.

By Katie Carrera | 04:15 PM ET, 09/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:29 AM ET, 09/15/2012

Capitals assign Braden Holtby, Dmitry Orlov to Hershey ahead of a lockout

By Katie Carrera

Ahead of a lockout, the Capitals have assigned 21 players to the AHL’s Hershey Bears, including Braden Holtby and Dmitry Orlov.

By Katie Carrera | 11:29 AM ET, 09/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:16 PM ET, 09/14/2012

Brooks Laich: Players ‘ready for a fight’ in NHL labor negotiations

By Katie Carrera

Capitals forward Brooks Laich says the NHLPA is prepared for a long fight if the NHL locks out the players come this weekend.

By Katie Carrera | 03:16 PM ET, 09/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:39 PM ET, 09/14/2012

Capitals notify season ticket holders of lockout plans

By Katie Carrera

Capitals owner Ted Leonsis sends a letter to season ticket holders informing them how the lockout will impact their plans.

By Katie Carrera | 12:39 PM ET, 09/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:21 AM ET, 09/14/2012

Caps sign John Carlson to six-year, $23.8 million contract (Updated)

By Katie Carrera

Defenseman John Carlson inks a six-year $23.8 million contract with the Capitals ahead of a looming lockout.

By Katie Carrera | 11:21 AM ET, 09/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:30 PM ET, 09/13/2012

Capitals place eight on waivers

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals place eight players on waivers in order to allow them to play with the AHL’s Hershey Bears in the event of a lockout.

By Katie Carrera | 02:30 PM ET, 09/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:46 PM ET, 09/13/2012

Is Troy Brouwer worth his new contract?

By Neil Greenberg

Will the Capitals forward be worth his $11 million contract through the 2015-16 season?

By Neil Greenberg | 12:46 PM ET, 09/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Statistical analysis

Posted at 11:58 AM ET, 09/13/2012

NHL labor negotiations: More meetings, little progress

By Katie Carrera

Both the NHL and NHLPA submitted new proposals Wednesday. Unfortunately, neither side was happy with the other’s offer.

By Katie Carrera | 11:58 AM ET, 09/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:13 AM ET, 09/13/2012

Joel Ward discusses his rehab from sports hernia surgery

By Katie Carrera

Joel Ward discusses his rehab from offseason sports hernia surgery.

By Katie Carrera | 10:13 AM ET, 09/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:11 PM ET, 09/12/2012

Troy Brouwer believes Caps made ‘a lot of good progress’ last season

By Katie Carrera

Agreeing to a contract extension to stay in Washington was an easy call for forward Troy Brouwer.

By Katie Carrera | 05:11 PM ET, 09/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:19 AM ET, 09/12/2012

Caps sign Troy Brouwer to three-year extension

By Katie Carrera

Capitals ink top-six winger Troy Brouwer to a three-year, $11 million contract extension.

By Katie Carrera | 10:19 AM ET, 09/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 09/12/2012

Caps President Dick Patrick to receive Lester Patrick Trophy

By Katie Carrera

Capitals President Dick Patrick is a recipient of the 2012 Lester Patrick Trophy for service to hockey in the United States.

By Katie Carrera | 08:00 AM ET, 09/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:34 PM ET, 09/11/2012

Jason Chimera on NHL labor unrest: ‘I’d be ashamed to lose one game’

By Katie Carrera

Jason Chimera on NHL labor unrest: “I’d be ashamed to lose one game”

By Katie Carrera | 05:34 PM ET, 09/11/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:38 AM ET, 09/11/2012

Matt Hendricks supports You Can Play (video)

By Katie Carrera

Capitals forward Matt Hendricks becomes the latest NHL player to support the ‘You Can Play’ equality project.

By Katie Carrera | 09:38 AM ET, 09/11/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:48 PM ET, 09/07/2012

Alex Ovechkin: Lokomotiv ‘is going to be in our hearts’

By Katie Carrera

Friday marks the anniversary of the Russian plane crash that killed most members of the KHL’s Yaroslavl Lokomotiv.

By Katie Carrera | 02:48 PM ET, 09/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:06 AM ET, 09/07/2012

Mike Ribeiro: Owners ‘want us to fix the mistakes they made’

By Katie Carrera

Mike Ribeiro on NHL labor dispute: Owners ‘want us to fix the mistakes they made’

By Katie Carrera | 09:06 AM ET, 09/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:14 PM ET, 09/06/2012

NHL labor roundup: Lockout looking more and more likely

By Katie Carrera

With only nine days to go before the CBA expires and no formal negotiations currently planned between the NHL and NHLPA, a lockout seems unavoidable.

By Katie Carrera | 12:14 PM ET, 09/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:59 PM ET, 09/04/2012

Alex Ovechkin: If NHL lockout happens, players are ‘not going to give up’

By Katie Carrera

Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin speaks candidly about the NHL’s labor dispute, saying players are not going to give up.

By Katie Carrera | 01:59 PM ET, 09/04/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:05 PM ET, 09/04/2012

Alex Ovechkin on shaved head: ‘I’m one of the soldiers on the NHLPA’

By Lindsay Applebaum

”I’m one of the soldiers on the NHLPA,” says the Capitals captain of his new look.

By Lindsay Applebaum | 01:05 PM ET, 09/04/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:44 AM ET, 09/04/2012

Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom among Caps skating at KCI

By Katie Carrera

Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom are among 11 Capitals on the ice at KCI Tuesday.

By Katie Carrera | 11:44 AM ET, 09/04/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:59 PM ET, 08/31/2012

NHL labor negotiations stall

By Katie Carrera

Owners and players remain at an impasse with a little more than two weeks before the current collective bargaining agreement expires.

By Katie Carrera | 07:59 PM ET, 08/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
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Capitals Insider: September, 2012