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Alex Ovechkin is testing a new custom stick ahead of the 2026-27 season — a black, red-and-white pro stock model featuring his late father’s initials, “MVO,” as a heartfelt tribute to Mikhail Viktorovich Ovechkin, who passed away in 2023. The Capitals captain, whose dad was a constant source of inspiration and sacrifice, is switching between this emotional new stick and his usual custom gear as tr...

Alex Ovechkin’s back on the ice with the Capitals, skating informally ahead of training camp and locked in for at least one more season. At 22 years into his NHL career, he’s still leading the team in scoring with 32 goals and 64 points last year—and just 11 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record. With new faces joining the roster, his role may evolve, but don’t expect his scorin...

Capitals camp is heating up as Ovechkin returns to D.C. and players hit the ice for early skates—chemistry’s already brewing ahead of the 2026-27 season. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/washingt...

Rookie camp kicks off in Annapolis with 21 young Capitals hopefuls battling for roster spots, blending team bonding with intense on-ice drills as veterans and newcomers alike chase their NHL dreams. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. So...

Cole Hutson, Washington Capitals’ newest prospect, enters his first NHL season with humility and hunger, knowing the league is just the beginning. After scoring 10 points in 14 games last year, he’s sharpening his game this summer with his brothers and a skill coach, focusing on speed, strength, and analytics-driven improvements. Now leading rookie camp with relentless work ethic, Hutson’s goal? S...

Alex Ovechkin’s back in D.C. — officially landed, hitting the practice facility, reconnecting with teammates and giving rookies a shout-out. At 41, he’s gearing up for his 22nd NHL season, set to join informal skates this week ahead of training camp. Despite a one-year extension and still scoring 32 goals last year, Ovi remains central to the Capitals’ playoff push — and just 11 goals away from pa...

T.J. Oshie and Stan Wong are being honored as the Washington Capitals’ newest U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame inductees for the Class of 2026, celebrating Oshie’s legendary 9-year career with the team—including a Stanley Cup win in 2018 and 695 career points—and Wong’s 13 years as the Caps’ head athletic trainer, plus his Olympic contributions. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://s...

Capitals Training Camp Update | Washington Capitals News

Capitals rookie camp kicks off this Sunday in Annapolis—17 draft picks and free agents like Hutson, Protas, Cristall, Lakovic, and Parascak ready to impress. Suvanto (8th pick) skips camp, playing overseas. Free public access daily from Sept 13–15 at McMullen Arena: goalie sessions at 10:30 AM, full practices 11 AM–12:30 PM. Don’t miss the future of DC hockey. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on...

The Washington Capitals are heating up for 2026 with Rookie Camp kicking off September 13th in Annapolis, featuring 21 young talents including top draft picks like Cole Hutson and Lynden Lakovic. Fans get free, open access to all on-ice sessions as these prospects battle for roster spots before the main Training Camp begins September 17th at the Iceplex. The energy is electric — raw talent meets f...

The Capitals drop a historic jersey for America’s 250th anniversary, co-designed by two veterans who blended military pride with patriotic symbolism—featuring the Weagle in vintage print, “We the People,” the Torch of Liberty, and six stars for all branches of service. Colors echo ceremonial uniforms, and proceeds from the auction benefit Our Military Kids, continuing the team’s legacy of honoring...

Brett Hyland, a seventh-round pick turned Washington Capitals prospect, is proving he’s ready for the pros after captaining his team to a win at development camp—his comeback after surgery. Once a surprise draft pick, he’s grown through USports and NCAA at Nebraska Omaha, sharpening his two-way game and hockey IQ. With eight goals and eight assists in 32 games this season, he’s focused on strength...

Alexander Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals’ legendary scorer, is back for one last shot at glory, signing a one-year, $4.25M deal to chase the all-time scoring record. Despite a disappointing playoff miss last season, new roster moves—including key young additions like Cole Hutson and Ilya Protas—reignited his belief in the team’s Stanley Cup potential. At 40, Ovechkin’s return signals this may b...

Jackson Crowder, a fifth-round draft pick turned breakout star, exploded onto the scene with 46 points in 45 games—thanks to more ice time and stellar coaching. Now he’s beefing up, sharpening his skating, and channeling Tom Wilson’s physicality without losing his offensive edge. His viral fight with Brody Berard? Just one highlight of his mission to be a relentless, two-way pest. With NCAA season...