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Capitals’ season may hinge on 4-game swing
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
It’s been a week of drama for the Washington Capitals, from veteran Mike Knuble bristling at being a healthy scratch to former goaltender Olie Kolzig calling out captain Alex Ovechkin for letting his “rock star status” affect his play.
Alex Ovechkin laughs off 'rock star' criticism, while George McPhee agrees
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
Olie Kolzig gave a brutally honest read on ex-Washington Capitals teammate Alex Ovechkin on Wednesday, stepping so far outside the politically correct box the team is usually contained within.
George McPhee: Caps 'have no interest' in trading Mike Knuble
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
Washington Capitals general manager George McPhee doesn't mind Mike Knuble showing some frustration about not being in the lineup. That the 39-year-old alternate captain pointed out, "You want to go somewhere where you're going to play and you're going to contribute to the team," is a sign of his competitive nature as much as anything else.
WHYNO: Uncertainty between the posts leaving Capitals' goalies on edge
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
Michal Neuvirth was the Washington Capitals' starting goaltender in the playoffs last season, and this year's No. 1, Tomas Vokoun, was out with the flu. So as the only healthy goalie around, Neuvirth figured he'd start Monday night against the San Jose Sharks.
Capitals to raise season-ticket prices next season
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
This might not be the timing the Washington Capitals wanted, but in an email sent to season-ticket holders on Wednesday night, owner Ted Leonsis indicated most will pay more next year.
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Gomez, coach have words at Canadiens' practice
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Montreal Canadiens forward Scott Gomez and an assistant coach got into a shouting match at practice Tuesday. Published February 14, 2012 Comments
Holtby doesn't make 'excuses' about late recall
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
Braden Holtby was 14 hours removed from a nice victory for the Hershey Bears, making 34 saves on 35 shots, when he got the call at 9:30 Monday morning that he was coming up to the Washington Capitals. Published February 14, 2012 Comments
Capitals' Mike Knuble may be ready for a change of scenery
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
Mike Knuble went into the season as the Washington Capitals' first-line right wing. Maybe he would spend time on the second line, but the reliable scorer and alternate captain sure didn't seem destined for life on the fourth line. Or in the press box as a healthy scratch. Published February 14, 2012 Comments
Once a steady scorer, Capitals' Mike Knuble now would just like to play
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
When the Washington Capitals were trailing the Florida Panthers 5-2 in early December and looked more than out of the game, Mike Knuble stood up in the locker room during intermission and challenged his teammates. They fell just short of tying the score after a furious third-period comeback. Published February 14, 2012 Comments
Capitals can't get it right in loss to Sharks
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
The Washington Capitals tried just about everything. Published February 13, 2012 Comments
Mike Comrie retires from NHL after 3rd hip surgery
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Mike Comrie, who twice scored at least 30 goals in a season, retired from the NHL on Monday after a third hip operation in five years. Published February 13, 2012 Comments
Capitals' status is a family matter
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
As many years as NHL players have been around hockey, add years onto that for their fathers. Published February 13, 2012 Comments
Lidstrom sets mark in 1,550th game with Red Wings
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Red Wings defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom has played in his 1,550th game, the most by an NHL player who spent his entire career with one team. Published February 12, 2012 Comments
Rangers' short-handed goal proved 'critical' for Caps
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
A third-period penalty on Artem Anisimov looked to be just what the Washington Capitals needed. Instead, some aggressive play and a bad bounce led to a New York Rangers short-handed goal that all but put the game out of reach. Published February 12, 2012 Comments
Capitals can't solve East-leading Rangers
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
Even now when every Washington Capitals game is televised, players admitted playing in this spotlight was a big deal: On national television, against the Eastern Conference-leading New York Rangers, at Madison Square Garden. Published February 12, 2012 Comments
Caps' Neuvirth shines in surprise start at Rangers
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
Michal Neuvirth thought there was a chance he could start Sunday afternoon at the New York Rangers, even though Tomas Vokoun was set to start for the Washington Capitals in such a marquee matchup. Published February 12, 2012 Comments
Capitals' Mike Knuble calls healthy scratch 'humbling'; status vs. Rangers uncertain
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
When Mike Knuble was playing for the Boston Bruins and still trying to find a permanent role in the NHL, his brother Steve watched games with a keen eye on the bench more than the ice at the start. Published February 11, 2012 Comments
Capitals aware of the Rangers' shot-blocking prowess
By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times
Dale Hunter likes it when the Washington Capitals block shots. He likes it when the London Knights, his Ontario Hockey League team, block shots. He's all about sacrificing the body and paying the price. Published February 11, 2012 Comments
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