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Posted at 04:24 PM ET, 09/30/2013

Three rookies beat the odds to make Capitals' roster

By Katie Carrera

Connor Carrick, Tom Wilson and Michael Latta exceeded expectations in training camp to make the Caps' roster.

By Katie Carrera | 04:24 PM ET, 09/30/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: connor carrick, Michael Latta, Tom Wilson

Posted at 01:29 PM ET, 09/30/2013

Brooks Laich: 'I'm in' for season opener

By Katie Carrera

Despite playing a left hip flexor injury, forward says he expects to suit up for the opener in Chicago.

By Katie Carrera | 01:29 PM ET, 09/30/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Injuries

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

NHL 2013-14 divisional previews and predictions

By Neil Greenberg

Stats guru Neil Greenberg's divisional previews and predictions for the 2013-14 season.

By Neil Greenberg | 11:15 AM ET, 09/30/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: NHL 2013-14 preview

Posted at 11:03 AM ET, 09/30/2013

A look at the lines as Capitals prepare for season opener

By Katie Carrera

First look at the Capitals lineup with their 23-man roster.

By Katie Carrera | 11:03 AM ET, 09/30/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Line combinations

Posted at 07:10 PM ET, 09/29/2013

Capitals trade Mathieu Perreault to Anaheim

By Katie Carrera

While they acquired a fourth round pick and a minor league prospect in exchange for Perreault, the Capitals real benefit from this move is salary cap space.

By Katie Carrera | 07:10 PM ET, 09/29/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Anaheim Ducks, Mathieu Perreault, Michael Latta, Roster moves, Tom Wilson, Trades

Posted at 01:44 PM ET, 09/29/2013

Washington Capitals trim roster to 24 players

By Katie Carrera

A series of moves Sunday leaves the Capitals with just one more cut to make before 5 p.m. Monday.

By Katie Carrera | 01:44 PM ET, 09/29/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: connor carrick, Dmitry Orlov, Joel Rechlicz, Michael Latta, Preseason, Roster moves, Tom Wilson

Posted at 08:22 AM ET, 09/29/2013

Alex Ovechkin carries Olympic torch (updated with video)

By Katie Carrera

While the Caps were wrapping up the preseason, Ovechkin took part in a once-in-a-lifetime ceremony.

By Katie Carrera | 08:22 AM ET, 09/29/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Sochi 2014

Posted at 12:17 AM ET, 09/29/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals' 4-3 overtime loss to the Blackhawks

By Katie Carrera

Notes on the preseason finale.

By Katie Carrera | 12:17 AM ET, 09/29/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Five thoughts, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 04:48 PM ET, 09/28/2013

Capitals place defenseman Tyson Strachan on waivers

By Katie Carrera

Where does the defense stand now?

By Katie Carrera | 04:48 PM ET, 09/28/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Defense, Preseason, Roster moves, Training Camp, Tyson Strachan

Posted at 02:34 PM ET, 09/28/2013

Brooks Laich won't play in Capitals' preseason finale

By Chelsea Janes

The Capitals winger will not play in tonight's preseason finale, but expects to be ready for the opener Tuesday.

By Chelsea Janes | 02:34 PM ET, 09/28/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, capitals, Training Camp

Posted at 12:23 AM ET, 09/28/2013

Five thoughts from the Capitals' 6-3 win over the Flyers

By Katie Carrera

Notes on Zac Rinaldo's hit on Mikhail Grabovski, Tom Wilson and more.

By Katie Carrera | 12:23 AM ET, 09/28/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Five thoughts, Mikhail Grabovski, Preseason, Tom Wilson, Training Camp

Posted at 12:12 PM ET, 09/27/2013

Capitals projected lineup against Flyers

By Katie Carrera

Notes from the Capitals' morning skate.

By Katie Carrera | 12:12 PM ET, 09/27/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 11:44 AM ET, 09/26/2013

Brooks Laich misses practice, Tomas Kundratek clears waivers, Joel Ward ill (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Quick notes from Thursday’s practice

By Katie Carrera | 11:44 AM ET, 09/26/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Injuries, Joel Ward, Philipp Grubauer, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 11:01 AM ET, 09/26/2013

Alex Ovechkin to be first Russian Olympic torchbearer (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Caps captain Alex Ovechkin will be the first Russian torchbearer for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.

By Katie Carrera | 11:01 AM ET, 09/26/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Olympics, Sochi 2014

Posted at 11:40 PM ET, 09/25/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals 4-1 win over the Predators

By Katie Carrera

Notes on Mikhail Grabovski’s place on the first power-play unit, Michal Neuvirth’s puck handling and more.

By Katie Carrera | 11:40 PM ET, 09/25/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Eric Fehr, Five thoughts, Martin Erat, Matt Hendricks, Michal Neuvirth, Mikhail Grabovski

Posted at 12:11 PM ET, 09/25/2013

Capitals place Tomas Kundratek on waivers

By Katie Carrera

What does waiving Tomas Kundratek mean for the Capitals’ defensive roster decisions?

By Katie Carrera | 12:11 PM ET, 09/25/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Injuries, Preseason, Tomas Kundratek, Training Camp

Posted at 09:31 AM ET, 09/25/2013

Capitals roster notes from George McPhee, Adam Oates as team enters final three preseason games

By Katie Carrera

General Manager George McPhee and Coach Adam Oates discuss a number of subjects that offer a window into how they’ll shape the opening night roster.

By Katie Carrera | 09:31 AM ET, 09/25/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Caps roster, George McPhee, Preseason, Tom Wilson, Training Camp, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 07:57 AM ET, 09/25/2013

Martin Erat to take a turn at center

By Katie Carrera

Coach Adam Oates’s preseason of experimentation continues with Martin Erat taking a turn at center.

By Katie Carrera | 07:57 AM ET, 09/25/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, George McPhee, Martin Erat, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 12:15 PM ET, 09/24/2013

Capitals want to see all-around game from Dmitry Orlov

By Katie Carrera

Can defensive prospect Dmitry Orlov make his way back to the NHL full time?

By Katie Carrera | 12:15 PM ET, 09/24/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Calle Johansson, Dmitry Orlov, Hershey Bears, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 11:48 AM ET, 09/24/2013

Brooks Laich leaves practice early, Joel Ward misses skate (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Brooks Laich, who made his preseason debut Monday, experienced some tightness in his hip Tuesday morning.

By Katie Carrera | 11:48 AM ET, 09/24/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Injuries, Joel Ward, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 12:05 AM ET, 09/24/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ preseason loss in Boston

By Katie Carrera

Mikhail Grabovski makes his preseason debut, Connor Carrick scores and penalty minutes pile up.

By Katie Carrera | 12:05 AM ET, 09/24/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Aaron Volpatti, Brooks Laich, connor carrick, Five thoughts, Mikhail Grabovski, NHL rules, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 05:32 PM ET, 09/23/2013

Lining up the Capitals’ lines

By Chelsea Janes

The possibilities and the pros and cons for the opening night lineup seem endlessly complicated.

By Chelsea Janes | 05:32 PM ET, 09/23/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Aaron Volpatti, capitals, Eric Fehr, Jason Chimera, Jay Beagle, Joel Ward, Martin Erat, Mathieu Perreault, Tom Wilson, Training Camp

Posted at 01:38 PM ET, 09/23/2013

Grabovski ready to make Capitals debut, Carrick signs pro deal

By Chelsea Janes

Capitals’ biggest free agent set to make his debut in Washington’s preseason game in Boston.

By Chelsea Janes | 01:38 PM ET, 09/23/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, capitals, connor carrick, Mikhail Grabovski, Training Camp, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 10:02 AM ET, 09/23/2013

Capitals defenseman John Erskine prepares for top-four workload once again

By Katie Carrera

Coach Adam Oates on John Erskine: “He’s not losing his job. He’s not. It’s not even up for grabs. He’s top four on our team.”

By Katie Carrera | 10:02 AM ET, 09/23/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Calle Johansson, John Erskine, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 02:46 PM ET, 09/22/2013

Connor Carrick sticking around, standing out

By Chelsea Janes

The young defenseman is still in camp, and has forced the Capitals’ to consider turning him pro, rather than sending him back to juniors.

By Chelsea Janes | 02:46 PM ET, 09/22/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: capitals, connor carrick, Training Camp

Posted at 11:31 AM ET, 09/22/2013

Where do you want the Capitals to play the 2015 NHL Winter Classic?

By Katie Carrera

With plenty of options available in the region, fan opinions on where the NHL should stage the 2015 Winter Classic varied.

By Katie Carrera | 11:31 AM ET, 09/22/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Winter Classic

Posted at 04:15 PM ET, 09/21/2013

Capitals trim roster to 36, send Andre Burakovsky to Erie

By Chelsea Janes

The first-round pick makes the expected move to juniors, but earns praise from Coach Adam Oates.

By Chelsea Janes | 04:15 PM ET, 09/21/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Andre Burakovsky, capitals, Capitals Insider, Mikhail Grabovski, Training Camp

Posted at 02:21 PM ET, 09/21/2013

2015 NHL Winter Classic venue, opponent still to be determined

By Katie Carrera

NHL Chief Operating Officer John Collins talks about where the league is in the process of determining a venue and opponent.

By Katie Carrera | 02:21 PM ET, 09/21/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: John Collins, Ted Leonsis, Winter Classic

Posted at 11:53 PM ET, 09/20/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals 5-4 shootout loss to the Blackhawks

By Katie Carrera

Five thoughts on another preseason shootout loss, this one by a 5-4 count to Chicago at Verizon Center.

By Katie Carrera | 11:53 PM ET, 09/20/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, connor carrick, Eric Fehr, Five thoughts, Tom Wilson

Posted at 01:26 PM ET, 09/20/2013

Capitals players excited to host 2015 NHL Winter Classic

By Katie Carrera

Eric Fehr, Mike Green and Brooks Laich all played in the 2011 NHL Winter Classic in Pittsburgh and are glad the event will come to Washington.

By Katie Carrera | 01:26 PM ET, 09/20/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Eric Fehr, Mike Green, Winter Classic

Posted at 08:44 AM ET, 09/20/2013

Washington Capitals to host NHL Winter Classic in 2015 (updated)

By Katie Carrera

A league source confirms the Capitals will host the Winter Classic in 2015.

By Katie Carrera | 08:44 AM ET, 09/20/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Ted Leonsis, Winter Classic

Posted at 04:30 PM ET, 09/19/2013

Brooks Laich focused on being ready for Capitals season opener

By Katie Carrera

Versatile forward says he has learned the value of patience, but the Capitals are still taking a cautious approach.

By Katie Carrera | 04:30 PM ET, 09/19/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Injuries, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 04:13 PM ET, 09/19/2013

Rosters for tonight’s Capitals alumni game

By Lindsay Applebaum

Adam Oates, Calle Johansson, Olie Kolzig and co. versus Rod Langway, Peter Bondra, Bernie Wolfe and co.

By Lindsay Applebaum | 04:13 PM ET, 09/19/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alumni game

Posted at 12:33 PM ET, 09/19/2013

Brooks Laich takes part in Capitals practice

By Katie Carrera

Brooks Laich is back on the ice with his teammates after sitting out full practices for the first week of training camp with a left hip flexor injury.

By Katie Carrera | 12:33 PM ET, 09/19/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Injuries, Mikhail Grabovski, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 04:26 PM ET, 09/18/2013

Adam Oates on Tom Wilson: ‘I would like to keep him around us’

By Katie Carrera

Coach believes that bringing Tom Wilson to the NHL this year would address a need for grit and size.

By Katie Carrera | 04:26 PM ET, 09/18/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, George McPhee, Preseason, Tom Wilson, Training Camp

Posted at 12:05 AM ET, 09/18/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 3-2 shootout loss to the Bruins

By Katie Carrera

Thoughts on the ice, glass, Tom Wilson and more from the Capitals’ 3-2 shootout loss to the Bruins.

By Katie Carrera | 12:05 AM ET, 09/18/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Baltimore Hockey Classic, Five thoughts, Nathan Walker, Preseason, Tom Wilson

Posted at 01:01 PM ET, 09/17/2013

Mike Green: Ice in Baltimore ‘wasn’t very good’ during morning skate

By Katie Carrera

How will the ice conditions hold up in Baltimore?

By Katie Carrera | 01:01 PM ET, 09/17/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Baltimore Hockey Classic, Braden Holtby, Brooks Laich, Injuries, Mike Green, Mikhail Grabovski, Nicklas Backstrom, Preseason

Posted at 11:55 PM ET, 09/16/2013

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

By Katie Carrera

Joel Rechlicz scores the game-winner, John Erskine’s place in the lineup and more.

By Katie Carrera | 11:55 PM ET, 09/16/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Eric Fehr, Five thoughts, Joel Rechlicz, John Erskine, Michal Neuvirth, Preseason

Posted at 07:05 PM ET, 09/16/2013

Mikhail Grabovski will practice at KCI Tuesday

By Katie Carrera

The Caps can begin to integrate their newest player into the mix and get a better idea of how the lineup will work.

By Katie Carrera | 07:05 PM ET, 09/16/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Mikhail Grabovski, Training Camp

Posted at 12:33 PM ET, 09/16/2013

Garrett Mitchell eager to learn from Oates; projected roster for preseason tilt at Flyers

By Katie Carrera

Mitchell hopes to extend his learning curve

By Katie Carrera | 12:33 PM ET, 09/16/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Garrett Mitchell, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 10:38 AM ET, 09/16/2013

Alex Ovechkin no worse for wear after high-stick scare

By Katie Carrera

Alex Ovechkin grateful to avoid any serious harm from a high stick in the preseason opener.

By Katie Carrera | 10:38 AM ET, 09/16/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 08:31 AM ET, 09/16/2013

Eric Fehr giving center a shot this preseason

By Katie Carrera

A career winger, Eric Fehr didn’t see any downside to trying his hand as a centerman during training camp and the preseason.

By Katie Carrera | 08:31 AM ET, 09/16/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Eric Fehr, Preseason, Training Camp

Posted at 03:32 PM ET, 09/15/2013

Alex Ovechkin on NHL’s jersey tuck rule: ‘We individuals It’s stupid’

By Katie Carrera

The Caps winger thinks the NHL’s new rule against tucking in jerseys robs players of their individuality.

By Katie Carrera | 03:32 PM ET, 09/15/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, NHL rules

Posted at 01:02 PM ET, 09/15/2013

Capitals take note of new NHL nets

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals played with the NHL’s new nets for the first time Saturday night. The changes are subtle, but require adjustments from players.

By Katie Carrera | 01:02 PM ET, 09/15/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Braden Holtby, Karl Alzner, NHL rules, Philipp Grubauer, Training Camp

Posted at 11:47 PM ET, 09/14/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals’ 4-3 preseason win over Winnipeg

By Katie Carrera

Notes and observations from the preseason opener, including Ovechkin’s high-stick scare and the new nets.

By Katie Carrera | 11:47 PM ET, 09/14/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Five thoughts, Mike Green, Preseason

Posted at 04:54 PM ET, 09/14/2013

Philipp Grubauer excited to play in Belleville again

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals’ top goaltending prospect is glad to visit his former Ontario Hockey League home for the preseason opener.

By Katie Carrera | 04:54 PM ET, 09/14/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Philipp Gruabuer, Preseason

Posted at 02:06 PM ET, 09/14/2013

Mikhail Grabovski skates with Capitals: ‘I’m just excited to see the guys’

By Katie Carrera

Mikhail Grabovski is still waiting for his visa situation to be resolved, but that didn’t stop him from skating with some of his new teammates Saturday morning in Belleville, Ontario.

By Katie Carrera | 02:06 PM ET, 09/14/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Mikhail Grabovski, Preseason, Winnipeg Jets

Posted at 03:51 PM ET, 09/13/2013

Adam Oates’s ‘goodwill’ visit with Evgeny Kuznetsov

By Katie Carrera

Adam Oates on his trip to visit top prospect Evgeny Kuznetsov in Russia.

By Katie Carrera | 03:51 PM ET, 09/13/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Evgeny Kuznetsov

Posted at 02:10 PM ET, 09/13/2013

Mikhail Grabovski will attend Caps’ first preseason game, visa issues remain (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Mikhail Grabovski is expected to practice with the team on Sunday at KCI.

By Katie Carrera | 02:10 PM ET, 09/13/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Mikhail Grabovski, Training Camp, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 08:14 AM ET, 09/13/2013

George McPhee’s philosophy on bridge contracts for RFAs

By Katie Carrera

As bridge contracts become more popular around the NHL, George McPhee shares his outlook and perspective on the latest one he completed less than a week ago for Marcus Johansson.

By Katie Carrera | 08:14 AM ET, 09/13/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: George McPhee, Karl Alzner, Marcus Johanson, Restricted free agents

Posted at 10:23 AM ET, 09/12/2013

Brooks Laich day-to-day after tweaking left hip flexor (updated)

By Katie Carrera

The first practice of training camp lasted all of 10 minutes before an injury.

By Katie Carrera | 10:23 AM ET, 09/12/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Injuries, Training Camp

Posted at 09:47 AM ET, 09/12/2013

Mikhail Grabovski not in Washington for first day of training camp (updated)

By Katie Carrera

The Caps top offseason acquisition isn’t on the ice in Arlington for the first day of camp because of visa issues.

By Katie Carrera | 09:47 AM ET, 09/12/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Mikhail Grabovski, Training Camp

Posted at 09:01 AM ET, 09/12/2013

Alex Ovechkin on Olympic torch relay, Ilya Kovalchuk and more

By Katie Carrera

Highlights from Alex Ovechkin’s interview with local reporters Tuesday morning.

By Katie Carrera | 02:26 PM ET, 09/10/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Ilya Kovalchuk, Injuries, Sochi 2014

Posted at 12:39 PM ET, 09/10/2013

Capitals training camp roster, schedule

By Lindsay Applebaum

Camp begins Thursday and runs 18 days until the season opener Oct. 1 in Chicago.

By Lindsay Applebaum | 12:39 PM ET, 09/10/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Training Camp

Posted at 11:57 AM ET, 09/10/2013

Alex Ovechkin on KHL: ‘I’m here, I have a contract’

By Katie Carrera

Alex Ovechkin ends speculation that he would leave the Capitals for the KHL.

By Katie Carrera | 11:57 AM ET, 09/10/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Dynamo Moscow, KHL

Posted at 10:55 AM ET, 09/10/2013

Five thoughts on the Capitals rookie game

By Katie Carrera

Caps prospects wrapped up rookie camp Monday with a 1-0 loss to the Flyers at Kettler Capitals Iceplex.

By Katie Carrera | 10:55 AM ET, 09/10/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Andre Burakovsky, Chandler Stephenson, connor carrick, Rookie camp, Tom Wilson

Posted at 03:39 PM ET, 09/09/2013

Alex Ovechkin won’t miss any Caps games for Olympic torch relay (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Alex Ovechkin has been invited to take part in the early stages of the Olympic torch relay in Olympia, Greece.

By Katie Carrera | 03:39 PM ET, 09/09/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Sochi 2014

Posted at 11:39 AM ET, 09/09/2013

Adam Oates doesn’t want a fighting ‘rodeo’ in Caps-Flyers rookie game

By Katie Carrera

Caps Coach Adam Oates would like to not have any fighting in Monday's rookie game against the Flyers' prospects but knows there will likely be a scrap or two.

By Katie Carrera | 11:39 AM ET, 09/09/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Adam Oates, Rookie camp

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

Capitals prospect Nate Schmidt ready for first pro season

By Katie Carrera

The Caps have "high hopes" for prospect Nate Schmidt, General Manager George McPhee says.

By Katie Carrera | 09:44 AM ET, 09/09/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Hershey Bears, Nate Schmidt, Rookie camp

Posted at 01:58 PM ET, 09/08/2013

Capitals prospect Riley Barber has ‘tremendous insight into the game,’ says Miami Coach Enrico Blasi

By Katie Carrera

Catching up with Miami RedHawks coach Enrico Blasi, who was at rookie camp this week as a guest coach, about Caps prospect Riley Barber.

By Katie Carrera | 01:58 PM ET, 09/08/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Riley Barber, Rookie camp

Posted at 09:43 AM ET, 09/07/2013

Capitals re-sign Marcus Johansson to two-year contract (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Washington inks its lone remaining free agent, signing Marcus Johansson to a two-year deal worth $4 million.

By Katie Carrera | 09:43 AM ET, 09/07/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Marcus Johansson, Restricted free agents

Posted at 02:17 PM ET, 09/06/2013

Jeff Halpern: ‘I still know I can play the game’

By Katie Carrera

Potomac native Jeff Halpern remains optimistic he'll have a chance to earn a spot in the NHL this season.

By Katie Carrera | 02:17 PM ET, 09/06/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Jeff Halpern

Posted at 08:36 AM ET, 09/06/2013

Adam Oates: Prospect Connor Carrick has ‘definitely upgraded’

By Katie Carrera

Connor Carrick has made significant progress in his development since the Capitals drafted him in the fifth round of the 2012 draft and it hasn't gone unnoticed.

By Katie Carrera | 08:36 AM ET, 09/06/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: connor carrick, Rookie camp

Posted at 12:23 PM ET, 09/05/2013

Andre Burakovsky making the transition to North America

By Katie Carrera

The change for greater ice time is a main reason why Caps prospect Andre Burakovsky decided to play in North America with the OHL's Erie Otters.

By Katie Carrera | 12:23 PM ET, 09/05/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Andre Burakovsky, George McPhee, Rookie camp

Posted at 09:23 AM ET, 09/05/2013

Olie Kolzig ‘ready for the jump’ to head goalie coach

By Katie Carrera

Olie Kolzig on what he's learned about coaching, the adjustments he plans to make to the Capitals' goaltending philosophy and more.

By Katie Carrera | 09:23 AM ET, 09/05/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: George McPhee, Goaltenders, Olie Kolzig

Posted at 06:36 AM ET, 09/05/2013

Caps hope to sign Marcus Johansson before training camp opens

By Katie Carrera

With a week remaining before training camp the Capitals have yet to sign restricted free agent forward Marcus Johansson.

By Katie Carrera | 06:36 AM ET, 09/05/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: George McPhee, Marcus Johansson, Restricted free agents

Posted at 04:58 PM ET, 09/04/2013

McPhee on Ovechkin and KHL: ‘I don’t imagine he’s going to want to go back anytime soon’ (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Amid talk from KHL officials that Alex Ovechkin would want to go back to Russia, GM George McPhee says there's no doubt in his mind the Caps star winger wants to play in the NHL.

By Katie Carrera | 04:58 PM ET, 09/04/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Dynamo Moscow, George McPhee, KHL

Posted at 11:25 AM ET, 09/04/2013

Capitals sign 2013 draft pick Andre Burakovsky to entry-level deal

By Katie Carrera

2013 first-round draft pick Andre Burakovsky has signed an entry-level deal with the Capitals.

By Katie Carrera | 11:25 AM ET, 09/04/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Andre Burakovsky

Posted at 09:41 AM ET, 09/04/2013

Olie Kolzig promoted to head goaltender coach

By Katie Carrera

Former Capitals great Olie Kolzig is named head goaltending coach, which means he will work with the NHL netminders on a daily basis.

By Katie Carrera | 09:41 AM ET, 09/04/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Goaltenders, Olie Kolzig

Posted at 04:21 PM ET, 09/03/2013

Capitals 2013-14 rookie camp roster

By Katie Carrera

Check out the roster for rookie camp, which kicks off Wednesday.

By Katie Carrera | 04:21 PM ET, 09/03/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Rookie camp

Posted at 10:09 AM ET, 09/02/2013

Dynamo Moscow official wants to bring Alex Ovechkin to KHL

By Katie Carrera

Dynamo Moscow's general director says he would talk to Alex Ovechkin about leaving the NHL for the KHL and Russia.

By Katie Carrera | 10:09 AM ET, 09/02/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, KHL

Stats, scores and schedules

Capitals Insider: September, 2013