by Robert Marks | Dec 31, 2014 | Chicago Blackhawks, Homepage, Washington Capitals
The Washington Capitals practiced on the outdoor rink in Nationals Park the day before the Winter Classic. The ice appeared good, though after practice several players noted that glare was an issue.
by Gillian Vernick | Dec 31, 2014 | Archived Features, Chicago Blackhawks, Homepage, Washington Capitals
On the eve of the 2015 Winter Classic, preparations for the annual outdoor event are still in motion. With one day left until the game, Nationals Park is brimming with excitement. The 2015 NHL Spectator Plaza is ready for throngs of fans waiting to make their own...
by Alexandra Nseir | Dec 31, 2014 | Chicago Blackhawks, Homepage, Washington Capitals
“My belief is that New Year’s Day used to be about college football, and now New Year’s Day is about the NHL.” That was Ted Leonsis, speaking this past September at a Winter Classic press conference, on the NHL’s marquee event of the...
by Brad Kurtzberg | Dec 30, 2014 | New York Islanders, Washington Capitals
Johnny Boychuk’s power play goal at 2:52 of overtime gave the New York Islanders a 4-3 win over the Washington Capitals before a sellout crowd at the Nassau Coliseum Monday night. For the second consecutive night, the Isles blew a 3-0 lead in the third period,...
by Alexandra Nseir | Dec 29, 2014 | Chicago Blackhawks, Homepage, Washington Capitals
Bridgestone and the NHL’s annual Winter Classic has become a must-see event for sports fans. For the first time, the league is taking the yearly hockey showcase below the Mason-Dixon line for an outdoor game in the Nation’s semi-southern Capital. Read below for Winter...
by Seth Rothman | Dec 23, 2014 | Homepage, New York Rangers, Washington Capitals
NEW YORK – After two periods of frustration and consternation, the Capitals finally got some leverage in the third period of Tuesday’s game against the Rangers. Well, they almost got leverage. Henrik Lundqvist was there to stymie the furious Capitals comeback attempt,...
