Capitals announce TikTok as road jersey patch sponsor

The video-sharing platform also will be the title sponsor of the Capitals’ 50th-anniversary celebration.

By Scott AllenSeptember 9, 2024

For Chris Patrick, new Caps GM, ‘maybe someday’ has arrived

Chris Patrick is taking over for Brian MacLellan, who will remain as the team’s president of hockey operations.

By Bailey JohnsonJuly 10, 2024
CapitalsPerspective

Ted Leonsis tries to ‘future-proof’ the Caps with his latest transition

In a turbulent league, the Capitals aim for another smooth landing with their latest front office adjustment.

By Barry SvrlugaJuly 8, 2024

Caps promote Chris Patrick to GM; Brian MacLellan stays on as president of hockey ops

Patrick, who has worked closely with MacLellan for the last three years, will take over the day-to-day operations as general manager and become senior vice president.

By Bailey JohnsonJuly 8, 2024

Ryan Leonard gives the Caps another sneak preview of a bright future

Coming soon to an NHL arena near you: The Capitals’ top prospect and his tantalizing mix of skill, talent and toughness, which was again on display at the team’s development camp.

By Bailey JohnsonJuly 7, 2024

For Capitals, the Protas brothers come in large and XL

The Capitals had a pretty good sense of the type of player they were getting when they drafted Ilya Protas, 17, in the third round.

By Varun ShankarJuly 7, 2024
CapitalsPerspective

The Caps still have issues — but they just got a lot more interesting

GM Brian MacLellan got busy and, in a matter of days, checked item after item off his list of offseason needs.

By Barry SvrlugaJuly 4, 2024

In a matter of days, the Capitals have transformed themselves

Washington General Manager Brian MacLellan said he planned to be aggressive this offseason, and he has been.

By Bailey JohnsonJuly 3, 2024

Capitals add Jakob Chychrun and Matt Roy in a blue line overhaul

Washington traded Nick Jensen and a 2026 third-round draft pick to Ottawa for Chychrun, who brings an offensive flair to Washington’s blue line.

By Bailey JohnsonJuly 1, 2024

Caps add to goalie depth by acquiring Logan Thompson from Golden Knights

Washington also sent Beck Malenstyn to Buffalo for the draft’s No. 43 pick, which it used on defenseman Cole Hutson.

By Bailey JohnsonJune 29, 2024

Capitals take winger Terik Parascak with 17th pick in NHL draft

Dubbed the WHL’s “super rookie,” Parascak produced a stunner of a season at Prince George with 105 points. San Jose took BU’s Macklin Celebrini No. 1 overall.

By Bailey JohnsonJune 28, 2024

As NHL draft arrives and free agency nears, Caps plan to ‘be aggressive’

The NHL draft is scheduled to begin Friday in Las Vegas and free agency is set to open Monday.

By Bailey JohnsonJune 28, 2024

Pierre-Luc Dubois sees an ‘exciting opportunity’ with the Capitals

After a disappointing first season in Los Angeles, Pierre-Luc Dubois was traded to the Washington Capitals last week

By Bailey JohnsonJune 27, 2024

Capitals unveil logos, jersey patch to celebrate 50th anniversary

The Capitals will commemorate their half-century in the NHL throughout the 2024-25 season.

By Scott AllenJune 24, 2024

Capitals trade Darcy Kuemper to Kings, roll dice on Pierre-Luc Dubois

The 25-year-old Dubois will be playing on his fourth team in five years when he joins Washington.

By Bailey JohnsonJune 19, 2024

Hendrix Lapierre wants to win in Hershey — and then never go back

“He understands that he’s still a young guy, but he’s one of our leaders,” Hershey Bears Coach Todd Nelson said of Lapierre.

By Bailey JohnsonJune 14, 2024

Andrew Cristall, the Caps prospect with ‘that grin about him,’ is making strides

Andrew Cristall is having a blast soaking up the environment in Hershey as the Bears push for a second consecutive Calder Cup championship.

By Bailey JohnsonMay 24, 2024

The Capitals, a team in transition, know what they want this offseason

The Capitals only had three players crack the 20-goal mark this season, and one of them, winger Anthony Mantha, was traded in March.

By Bailey JohnsonMay 3, 2024

T.J. Oshie, the heart of the Caps, wants to keep playing. He’s not sure if he can.

Washington General Manager Brian MacLellan said the organization will support Oshie — whatever he decides.

By Bailey JohnsonApril 30, 2024
CapitalsPerspective

The Rangers swept the Capitals, and it’s time for the new core to take charge

The Capitals weren’t close to the Rangers, the class of the NHL. Washington’s climb back awaits — and the characters have to change.

By Barry SvrlugaApril 29, 2024