A three-goal first period by the visiting Washington Capitals took the wind out of the Columbus Blue Jackets’ sails Saturday night. The result was a 4-0 shut out by the Caps. Braden Holtby made 28 saves to get the win. … Continue reading
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Backstrom hat trick leads Caps past Devils, 6-3
In Washington, DC, Nicklas Backstrom struck for a hat trick and the Capitals scored four times in the third period to hand the New Jersey Devils a 6-3 loss. “He’s the backbone of our team,” Capitals goalie Braden Holtby said. … Continue reading
Caps hand Isles 4-1 loss
Monday night saw Tom Wilson strike twice in a 4-1 win for the Washington Capitals over the Islanders, in New York. “It’s one of those games we had to grind out,” Wilson said. “We had some big plays, some big … Continue reading
Caps hold off Chicago in 4-2 win
In Washington, DC, Wednesday night, the Capitals built a 3-0 lead and then held off the Chicago Blackhawks for a 4-2 win. Braden Holtby made 37 saves to get the victory as the Caps improved to 11-7-3. “I thought tonight … Continue reading
Caps score late to defeat Pittsburgh, 2-1
In Washington, DC, Wednesday night, the Capitals rode Braden Holtby‘s 41 saves to a 2-1 win over the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins. T.J. Oshie picked up the game-winner with 74 seconds left in regulation. I kind of came up and ended … Continue reading
Caps stop Oilers’ road streak in 4-2 decision
The Washington Capitals put together a solid game Monday night in defeating the visiting Edmonton Oilers, 4-2. Alex Ovechkin scored on the power play in the middle frame to give the Caps some breathing space. “We needed that win and … Continue reading
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