NHL Rumor Roundup: Dylan Larkin Saga Takes A Turn, Senators Seek Scoring, Blackhawks In On Miroshnichenko
from The Hockey News, by Lyle Richardson,
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Capitals 4, Predators 3 (Final)
‘Soft’ Flyers Take Gut Punch, Need a Reality Check After Loss to Capitals
from Philly Hockey Now, by William James,
“We’ve certainly had some discussions in the room,” said Flyers defenseman Nick Seeler following Wednesday’s 5-2 loss vs. the Washington Capitals on what the Flyers can do to improve their starts to games.
“Especially with our starts. After the first, our focus levels, compete levels, and playing for the crest. That’s what it’s all about. It’s not about points, or me, me, me. It’s about the team and playing for each other and sacrificing for each other. It’s really not that difficult to understand. Play for the guy next to you. That’s what Flyers hockey is all about. When we can figure it out at puck drop, we’ll be a better hockey team,” said Seeler.
NHL Rumor Mill – October 29, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Blackhawks Among Teams Showing Trade Interest in Capitals Winger
from Chicago Hockey Now, by Jack Bushman,
The trade speculation has already begun for the Chicago Blackhawks this season, with NHL insider Frank Seravalli reporting Tuesday on Chicago Sports Network that GM Kyle Davidson is looking to bring in outside help amidst his team’s 4-8-0 start.
Flyers 2, Capitals 5 (Final)
NHL On Tap: Ovechkin can tie Backstrom in assists when Capitals host Flyers
from NHL.com,
Alex Ovechkin , the greatest goal-scorer in NHL history, can tie or make some helper history when the Washington Capitals play the Philadelphia Flyers at Capital One Arena (7:30 p.m. ET; HBO MAX, truTV, TNT, NBCSP+). Ovechkin needs one assist to tie longtime linemate Nicklas Backstrom for the most in Capitals history. Backstrom had 762 assists, with 279 that led to goals for Ovechkin, the League's all-time leader with 930. Ovechkin, who has three assists in 10 games this season, is nine points from becoming 10th player in NHL history with 1,700. The Capitals (6-4-0) have won three of four. Speaking of assists, Trevor Zegras needs one to become the first Flyers skater with 50 before playing his 100th game for the team since Chris Pronger had 50 assists in his first 97 games with Philadelphia from 2009-11. Zegras will …
NHL Rumor Roundup: Fallout From The Connor Hellebuyck Trade, Capitals Willing to Move Miroshnichenko
from The Hockey News, by Lyle Richardson,
A look at the teams that tried to acquire Connor Hellebuyck before he was traded to the New Jersey Devils, and the latest on the Washington Capitals after allowing Ivan Miroshnichenko to speak with other clubs about a trade.
What's Held The Washington Capitals Back From Asserting Dominance In The NHL's Eastern Conference?
from The Hockey News, by Adam Proteau,
The Washington Capitals had arguably the best off-season of any NHL team, but their middling start to the regular season has raised some intriguing questions about their roster. What's been ailing the Caps, and what do they need to fix to take the next step?
Hurricanes activate Taylor Hall from injured reserve
from Sportsnet,
Sunday NHL Rumor Roundup – October 25, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
The Capitals today — Saturday, October 24
4 items
Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli) (2)
Sabres 3, Capitals 4 (Final)
Tuch will have 'big, dumb smile' for first game against Sabres for Capitals
from NHL.com,
ARLINGTON, Va. -- Alex Tuch anticipates facing his former Buffalo Sabres teammates when they visit the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on Saturday (7 p.m. ET; MNMT, MSG-B) will be “a little bit different.”
Capitals defenceman Vincent Desharnais out four to six weeks
from Sportsnet,
Defenceman Vincent Desharnais will be out for four to six weeks after a successful appendectomy surgery, the Capitals announced on Friday.
The veteran's time in Washington had been off to a solid start with three points in nine games since signing a four-year, $16.8-million deal in July.
Capitals D Desharnais out 4-6 weeks following appendectomy surgery
from TSN,
Washington Capitals defenceman Vincent Desharnais is expected to miss 4-6 weeks after undergoing a successful appendectomy surgery on Thursday.
The 30-year-old, who is in this first season with the Caps, has three assists over nine games in 2026-27.
Kings secure long-awaited first win, lose Byfield to upper-body injury
from ESPN,
Capitals’ Logan Thompson out day-to-day with lower-body injury
from Daily Faceoff, by Tyler Kuehl,
When speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery stated that goaltender Logan Thompson will not be a participant in the day’s practice and is considered day-to-day with a lower-body injury.
While Carbery didn’t go into detail about exactly what is ailing Thompson, there was an incident where the right-handed netminder seemed to have been shaken up during the Capitals’ matchup with the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night. Early in the second period, Thompson lunged to his right while attempting to make a save on a rebound. He lay on the ice for a few moments after Washington cleared the zone.
Report: Red Wings’ Larkin expands trade list to 10 teams
from Daily Faceoff, by Tyler Kuehl,
Report: Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin expands trade list to 10 teams
from Sportsnet,
Kings 5, Capitals 2 (Final)
Capitals’ Matt Roy to return against Kings after missing six games
from Daily Faceoff, by Tyler Kuehl,
The Washington Capitals have activated defenseman Matt Roy off injured reserve, with head coach Spencer Carbery announcing that he’ll be in the lineup on Tuesday night, when the Capitals play host to the Los Angeles Kings .
Hurricanes place Taylor Hall on injured reserve
from Daily Faceoff, by Kyle Morton,
Sunday NHL Rumor Roundup – October 18, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
The Devils Have Outshot Everyone. History Splits on What Comes Next
from New Jersey Hockey Now, by James Nichols,
Capitals place Pierre-Luc Dubois on injured reserve
from Daily Faceoff, by Tyler Kuehl,
On Saturday, the Washington Capitals announced that forward Pierre-Luc Dubois has been placed on injured reserve due to an illness. In response, the team has recalled Johnny Brodzinksi from their American Hockey League affiliate, the Hershey Bears.
Devils 2, Capitals 4 (Final)
Canadiens’ Reinbacher, Kapanen to make season debuts against Sabres
from Sportsnet,
Devils vs. Capitals 10/17: Ovechkin Farewell Tour, Projected Lines
from New Jersey Hockey Now, by James Nichols,
The New Jersey Devils head to D.C. riding a two-game winning streak after a 7-1 rout of the New York Rangers on Thursday, a night that delivered Sheldon Keefe’s 300th career win and Luke Hughes ’ first career two-goal game. A win Saturday would give New Jersey its first three-game winning streak of the season and pull Keefe even with Pat Burns for seventh on the franchise’s coaching wins list.
Canadiens’ Florian Xhekaj out two weeks with lower-body injury
from Daily Faceoff, by Tyler Kuehl,
Hurricanes’ Hall (UBI) week-to-week; Jarvis nearing return
from TSN,
Backup goalies are becoming even more important in the NHL
from Daily Faceoff, by Hunter Crowther,
Capitals are scoring by committee with their forward depth
from Daily Faceoff, by Kyle Morton,
After adding forwards this summer like Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch and Boone Jenner, the Capitals suddenly boasted one of the deepest forward groups in the league. Through seven games, while the team’s defense has struggled and no single player is producing at a point-per-game pace, it’s been that depth that has kept them afloat, taking them to a 4-3-0 record.
Depleted Hurricanes lose Hall to upper-body injury in win over Capitals
from ESPN,
Carolina Hurricanes veteran forward Taylor Hall, 34, who has three goals and five points this season, suffered an upper-body injury Tuesday night and did not return to his team's 4-2 victory over the Washington Capitals at Lenovo Center.
Canadiens 4, Capitals 5 (Final)
Canadiens Preview: Reinbacher Recalled, Dobes Starts
from Montreal Hockey Now, by Marc Dumont,
Canadiens recall defenceman David Reinbacher from Laval Rocket
from Sportsnet,
Hutson brothers primed for high ‘intensity’ of first NHL showdown
from NHL.com,
Capitals 2, Hurricanes 4 (Final)
Capitals place Sandin on LTIR; Roy on IR
from Daily Faceoff, by Tyler Kuehl,
On Monday, general manager Chris Patrick announced that defenseman Rasmus Sandin has been placed on long-term injured reserve, while fellow blueliner Matt Roy was put on injured reserve. In response, the Capitals have recalled defender Justin Holl from their American Hockey League affiliate, the Hershey Bears.
NHL Rumor Mill – October 12, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Kraken 5, Capitals 3 (Final)
Rangers G Shesterkin out for season with right knee injury
from ESPN,
Rangers’ Igor Shesterkin out for season with lower-body injury
from Daily Faceoff, by Scott Maxwell,
The Capitals today — Saturday, October 10
3 items
TSN — NHL (McKenzie & Dreger) (2)
Elsewhere
Rangers 1, Capitals 3 (Final)
Will teams give Alex Ovechkin retirement gifts?
from Daily Faceoff, by Kyle Morton,
Ovechkin final season has Capitals energized to win another Cup
from NHL.com,
ARLINGTON, Va. -- The beginning of Alex Ovechkin 's farewell to the NHL provided another memorable moment for the Washington Capitals with a 5-3 victory against Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins is his final home opener on Wednesday.
Capitals are as well-rounded a team as expected
from Daily Faceoff, by Tyler Kuehl,
Heading into the 2026-27 season, there were expectations that the Capitals would be able to compete after taking a step back last season. However, the team has proven that, with so many notable additions, they have the ability to compete for the top spot in the Metropolitan Division, if not the entire Eastern Conference.
Passing Of The Torch Is Approaching For Penguins' Crosby And Capitals' Ovechkin
from The Hockey News, by Michael Traikos,
The 101st meeting between Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin was a reminder that Father Time remains undefeated.
Capitals fans feel 'privileged' to have witnessed Ovechkin era
from NHL.com,
WASHINGTON -- The smile on Max Curtusan’s face turned into a slight frown, as if the reality of the moment had finally set in.
“I've been watching ‘Ovi’ play for, like, my entire life,” said Curtusan, a teenager from Clarksburg, Maryland, as he sat in his lower bowl seat at Capital One Arena. “I've never watched a Caps game without him playing.”
Penguins 3, Capitals 5 (Final)
Penguins Explain Hallander-Stastney Trade; Another Move Coming
from Pittsburgh Hockey Now, by Dan Kingerski,
Connor McDavid on Alex Ovechkin: 'I was a Sid fan, so I didn't love him'
from the Edmonton Journal, by Robert Tychkowski,
The Capitals today — Tuesday, October 6
9 items
NHL.com — News (5)
- Ovechkin’s best moments on home ice discussed by NHL.com
- Ovechkin set tone for historic career with memorable debut in Capitals' home opener
- Crosby, Ovechkin meet again with Capitals star, storied rivalry in final season
- Ovechkin grew hockey in D.C., League along with his legacy
- Capitals owner Leonsis to receive Lester Patrick Trophy
ESPN.com — NHL (2)
Elsewhere
- Penguins Put Off Player Decision — Pittsburgh Hockey Now
- NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – October 6, 2026 — Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey
Ovechkin’s Farewell Sends Resale Ticket Prices Soaring Across NHL — Devils Among Biggest Jumps
from New Jersey Hockey Now, by Daniel Amoia,
Ovechkin Retiring: When the Devils Play Him in 2026-27
from New Jersey Hockey Now, by James Nichols,
Sidney Crosby talks Alex Ovechkin rivalry after retirement announcement
from Sportsnet,
Capitals legend Alex Ovechkin to retire at end of season
from Sportsnet,
"I love this game so much, but I know in my heart it's the right decision," Ovechkin said in a statement. "I am excited about this season with my teammates, and we will do everything we can to make this year special. I am going to enjoy every moment with my family, my boys, our fans and everyone who has been part of my hockey career."
- How The Capitals Can Prepare For Life Without Alex Ovechkin — The Hockey News
- Ovechkin is well-deserving of a farewell tour — Daily Faceoff
- Ovechkin shares plans to retire with Capitals teammates — Sportsnet
- Ovechkin always put on a show, NHL.com writer recalls — NHL.com
- End of an era: Alexander Ovechkin says 2026‑27 will be his last season — the Toronto Sun
- Several milestones still in reach as Ovechkin winds down NHL career — TSN
- Ovechkin has nine remaining regular-season games in Canada before retirement — TSN
- Ovechkin announces this will be his last NHL season: ‘I know in my heart it’s the right decision’ — TSN
- Ovechkin to play nine more games in Canada, as his final season begins — The Globe and Mail — Hockey
- Ovechkin will leave lasting legacy in D.C. area — NHL.com
- 'Times fly': Capitals' Ovechkin to retire at end of season — ESPN
- Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin to retire after the 2026-27 NHL season — The Globe and Mail — Hockey
- Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin to retire following 2026-27 season — Daily Faceoff
Lightning get back to ‘winning battles’ to bounce back from opening loss
from NHL.com,
Capitals 1, Lightning 3 (Final)
Facing Capitals for first time with Lightning will be ‘weird’ for Carlson
from NHL.com,
It was an acknowledgement that the Lightning’s game against the Washington Capitals at Benchmark International Arena (7 p.m. ET; The Spot, MNMT) will have particular meaning for the 36-year-old defenseman, more than just being his first home opener with them.
NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – October 3, 2026
from Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey,
Capitals 5, Hurricanes 2 (Final)
Ovechkin energized starting 22nd NHL season with Capitals
from NHL.com,
ARLINGTON, Va. -- About to embark on his 22nd NHL season with the Washington Capitals, Alex Ovechkin pondered what his 20-year-old self would’ve thought about that possibility when he debuted in the League in 2005, and concluded he’d say, “Good luck with that.”
NHL Tonight: Capitals face Hurricanes in a critical early-season clash
from ESPN,
Both are expected to challenge for the Metro Division title. Plus, what to watch in the other four games, updated stat leaders and more.
Ovechkin says he’s ready for season opener: ‘I feel fine’
from TSN,
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Ovechkin says he’ll be ready for Capitals in season opener on Friday
from NHL.com,
ARLINGTON, Va. -- Alex Ovechkin said he will be ready to play in the Washington Capitals’ season opener at the reigning Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes on Friday (7 p.m. ET; HHN, CARNHL, MNMT, SN, TVAS) after missing the preseason because of a lower-body injury.
'There's More Upside': Maple Leafs' Chayka Explains Rationale Behind Marchenko Acquisition
from The Hockey News,
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Capitals enjoy 'some time away' ahead of season opener
from NHL.com,
With their 23-player roster set after making final cuts following training camp, the Capitals took advantage of a break before they open their regular season at the reigning Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes on Friday (7 p.m. ET; HHN, CARNHL, MNMT, SN, TVAS) by traveling to Maryland's capital for some bonding time that concluded Monday with practice on the campus of the U.S. Naval Academy.
The Capitals today — Monday, September 28
3 items
Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli) (2)
Elsewhere
Flyers players tuck jerseys in for warm-up after Zegras penalty
from Sportsnet,
2026-27 NHL team preview: Washington Capitals
from Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli),
It was an odd 2025-26 season for the Washington Capitals , who had sky-high expectations coming off a 2024-25 campaign that saw them claim first place in the Metropolitan Division, ease through a first-round series win over the Montreal Canadiens and ultimately fall in five games in the second round to the Carolina Hurricanes .
Bruins vs. Capitals | NHL Preseason Highlights | Sep 25, 2026
via the NHL's YouTube page,
The Capitals today — Friday, September 25
7 items
NHL.com — News (3)
Boston Hockey Now (2)
Elsewhere
- Khan, Allen weigh in on Elliotte Friedman’s report that Dylan Larkin’s expanded his trade list to 8 teams — George Malik of The Malik Report
- Will goalies be left out of NHL’s financial boom? — Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli)
Ovechkin takes ‘good step’ in return to Capitals practice
from NHL.com,
ARLINGTON, Va. -- Alex Ovechkin was a full participant for the Washington Capitals at practice on Thursday, their captain continuing his recovery from a lower-body injury.
“It was a good sign,” coach Spencer Carbery said. “Participated fully, didn't have to take any portions off, so that's a good step.”
Alexander Ovechkin used his fame to back Putin. We must remember that
from The Globe and Mail — Hockey,
Ice Chips: Ovechkin on ice for Capitals practice
from TSN,
Ovechkin (lower body) is on the ice as drills begin at #ALLCAPS practice. He left yesterday’s session after a few minutes. So we’ll see…
Ice Chips: Ovechkin (lower-body) on ice at Capitals skate
from TSN,
Alex Ovechkin (lower body, day to day) is on the ice for the Capitals practice today after not skating Sunday and Monday. (Yesterday was a day off for the whole team)
Capitals coach on Alex Ovechkin’s injury: ‘Not too serious’
from Sportsnet,
Alex Ovechkin was back on the ice for practice Wednesday, but the Washington Capitals star skated off after a few twirls.
While it may have not been an ideal scenario, the Capitals don't sound overly worried about Ovechkin heading into next week's season opener.
The Capitals today — Tuesday, September 22
5 items
- Capitals’ Andrew Cristall fined for cross-checking Flyers’ Hunter McDonald — Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli)
- Ovechkin's day-to-day with a lower-body injury — ESPN
- Caps owner Leonsis elected NHL BOG chair — TSN
- Flyers Preseason Game 1: Who Scored, Observations & What’s Next — Philly Hockey Now
- Cristall fined maximum for cross-checking in Capitals preseason game — NHL.com
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Bruins' Jacobs steps down as chairman of NHL Board of Governors after 19 years
from NHL.com,
The Capitals today — Monday, September 21
6 items
Daily Faceoff (Frank Seravalli) (2)
NHL.com — News (2)