Capitals shut out Flyers 2-0 in Game 1

Special teams made a special impact for the Washington Capitals in their first playoff game.

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin takes his chances on Powerball

Even though Alex Ovechkin makes $10 million a year playing for the Washington Capitals, he can't pass up the chance to try to win the $1.5 billion Powerball jackpot.

Caps' power play comes through in 4-2 win over Lightning

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Jason Chimera scored a power-play goal and had an assist during another man advantage to help the Washington Capitals win 4-2 over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday.

Kuznetsov, Orlov lead Capitals over Jets 5-3

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Evgeny Kuznetsov had one goal and two assists and Dmitry Orlov broke a tie late in the second period to lift the Washington Capitals over the Winnipeg Jets 5-3 Wednesday night for their third straight win.

12-year-old cancer survivor provides inspiration for Capitals during practice visit

Sam Becker was playing hooky from school on Tuesday, but it was for a good reason. The Washington Capitals invited the 12-year-old to experience their practice up close. Sam’s inspirational battle against Ewing's sarcoma, a form of bone cancer, has made an impression and put life into perspective for those who wear the Capitals uniform.

Download your sign to support 'Hockey Fights Cancer' at Wednesday's Capitals game

The Washington Capitals will be wearing a special patch during Wednesday night's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins and it’s all part of the NHL'S 'Hockey Fights Cancer' campaign.

Engagements highlight offseason for Caps' Alex Ovechkin, Brooks Laich

Another hockey season is about to begin for the Washington Capitals and expectations are very high for this year's team that finished a win away from the conference finals last season. But for Alex Ovechkin and Brooks Laich, the offseason allowed them to rest their bodies while preparing help the Caps prepare for a Stanley Cup run. The summer also ushered in a major milestone as they both got engaged off the ice.