Capitals' Alex Ovechkin closing in on Gretzky's 894 goals record
Ovechkin had a hat trick in a 5-2 win at Vegas on Sunday, scoring goals 864, 865 and 866 in the same arena where he and the Capitals celebrated the franchise’s only Stanley Cup championship in 2018.
Capitals reunite with Stanley Cup hero Lars Eller in trade with Penguins
The Washington Capitals have brought back a familiar face, acquiring forward Lars Eller from the Pittsburgh Penguins.
DC Mayor Bowser proposes $87.5 million purchase of Capital One Arena; project renderings released
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has proposed legislation to purchase Capital One Arena for $87.5 million.
Washington Capitals celebrate 50 year anniversary with 'Caps 50 Fest'
The Washington Capitals is celebrating their 50th anniversary with a special Caps 50th kickoff celebration.
NHL legend Jaromír Jágr, 52, announces plans to finally retire from professional hockey
Jaromír Jágr is entering his 37th professional season.
New details about driver charged with killing Johnny Gaudreau, brother revealed in detention hearing
The driver charged with killing NHL hockey player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew as they bicycled on a rural road had a blood-alcohol level of .087, above the .08 legal limit in New Jersey, a prosecutor said Friday.
Capitals partner with TikTok; new jerseys and exclusive content coming
TikTok is now officially partnering with the Washington Capitals.
Johnny Gaudreau's widow, Meredith, reveals pregnancy with third child at memorial
During a memorial service for Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, Johnny's widow, Meredith, revealed that she is pregnant with the couple's third child. Matthew's wife, Madeline, is also pregnant with their first child.
Mourners gather to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau at funeral service in Pennsylvania
Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were remembered by family, friends, and teammates at a funeral service Monday afternoon. The brothers were tragically killed by a suspected drunk driver late last month.
Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau to be remembered at funeral service Monday
Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew will be remembered by family, friends, and teammates at a funeral service Monday afternoon. The brothers were tragically killed by a suspected drunk driver late last month.
Fundraiser for Matthew Gaudreau’s widow surpasses $560K after tragic accident
The hockey community has raised over $560,000 for Matthew Gaudreau’s pregnant widow following the tragic deaths of Matthew and his brother, NHL star Johnny Gaudreau. Tributes continue to pour in as fans and players mourn the loss and plan memorials.
NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, brother struck and killed while riding bikes in New Jersey
NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother were killed by a suspected drunk driver while riding bikes on a rural New Jersey road Thursday night.
Panthers win their 1st Stanley Cup, top Oilers 2-1 in Game 7
The Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup champions for the first time, and they took about the hardest path possible to the title.
Stanley Pup brings rescue dogs to the rink in friendly face-off
In honor of the Stanley Cup playoffs, the NHL is hosting the Stanley Pup – a friendly face-off featuring adoptable (and adorable) rescue dogs.
Capital One Arena among NBA's most dangerous, report finds
Capital One Arena, home to the Washington Wizards and Capitals, has been named one of the most dangerous NBA arenas, according to a recent report by BetTennessee.com.
What will Utah's NHL team be called? One of these 20 options
The new NHL franchise will debut its new name, logo, and colors for the 2025-26 season.
Capitals on brink of elimination after Rangers' game 3 win
Nothing seems to be able to knock the New York Rangers off their game, certainly not giving up a fluky bounce goal five minutes in or having seven penalties called on them.
DC road closures ahead of Capitals vs. Rangers game
The Capitals are set for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Rangers Friday night. Here's what you need to know about D.C. road closures.
Rangers take commanding 2-0 lead against Capitals with 4-3 win in New York
Vincent Trocheck and Mika Zibanejad each had a goal and an assist and the Presidents’ Trophy-winning New York Rangers held on to beat the Washington Capitals 4-3 Tuesday night for a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
Washington Capitals drop series opener to Rangers 4-1
The New York Rangers beat the Washington Capitals 4-1 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series.