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The Capitals probably aren’t going to put yesterday’s win against the Boston Bruins on their “Best of 2024” list. With the Caps’ goofy scheduling recently, though – playing three games in four days, at all different times and in three different cities – it’s one they (and we) will certainly take. Not even a minute and a half into the game, the Bruins got a incredibly lucky … [Read more...] about Capitals-Bruins: How the Game Was Won

Before we bid adieu to 2024, one more game awaits for the Washington Capitals – this time, a lunchtime matinee with the Bruins, a team that beat the Caps right before Christmas. Which means its time for a little revenge, yes? First, some admin stuff: One small lineup tweak ahead of today’s game, as Ivan Miroshnichenko draws in for Jakub Vrana, and the team goes back to … [Read more...] about Capitals vs. Bruins Game Thread 12/31

Did Alex Ovechkin score? He did! Again! 25 to go. Plus: The Caps got absolutely steamrolled in the first period, but they did a good job the rest of the way to slow down the Red Wings, dominate possession, and keep them from making things even more lopsided. Some of that was score effects, of course, but good job nonetheless. Minus: That first period, though…woof. Anytime you … [Read more...] about Capitals vs. Red Wings Recap: Slow Start Dooms Caps in 4-2 Loss

Did Alex Ovechkin score? He sure did! Goal #16 on the season, #869 overall…and the Chase is back on, baby. Plus: Lots to like about another workmanlike win in Toronto, but let’s give a shout-out to the special teams once again, as the boys killed off both penalties they took and scored a goal on their one and only power play. (Honorable mention to Logan Thompson, who was … [Read more...] about Capitals vs. Maple Leafs Recap: Ovi Returns, Caps Snag 5-2 Win