As the Caps face elimination, they seek a return to their identity
Spencer Carbery is keenly aware that the Capitals’ season-long issues have been at the center of their difficulties in this Stanley Cup playoff series.
By Bailey JohnsonJohn Carlson, ‘sick and tired’ of losing teammates, keeps answering the bell
As Washington’s absences mount in its playoff series against the New York Rangers, the burden increasingly falls to John Carlson
By Barry SvrlugaCapitals out of answers and nearly out of time after Game 3 loss to Rangers
The Capitals spent their off days working on handling momentum swings. After taking another early lead in Game 3, the momentum swung. And they failed to respond.
By Bailey JohnsonThe Capitals, down but not out, hope for a more disciplined Game 3
“A seven-game series isn’t won or lost in the first two,” T.J. Oshie said. “It obviously helps when you go up two, but I like where our game is trending right now.”
By Bailey JohnsonAlex Ovechkin looks ‘a little bit off,’ and it’s a big problem for the Caps
For the Capitals to have a chance at putting a dent in their 2-0 playoff deficit, their captain and offensive pulse needs to find a way to get going.
By Barry SvrlugaCaps drop Game 2 and head home with their backs against the wall
The Capitals strike early for a quick lead but yield two power-play goals and a shorthanded tally as the Rangers come back for a 4-3 win and a 2-0 series lead.
By Bailey JohnsonIn a physical series, the Caps have a fine line to walk with Matt Rempe
“He has an impact in his first playoff game he’s played,” Capitals Coach Spencer Carbery said of Matt Rempe. “We need to do a better job against his line and their bottom six.”
By Bailey JohnsonThere’s a margin of error for these Capitals, but it’s razor thin
The Caps are playing with house money in this first-round series with the Rangers, but they can’t cash out after a Game 1 loss.
By Barry SvrlugaSecond-period hiccups cost Capitals in physical Game 1 loss to Rangers
Washington fell behind by three goals in the second period and couldn’t bounce back.
By Bailey JohnsonCharlie Lindgren ‘battled so darn hard’ for star turn with Capitals
When the Capitals takes the ice Sunday for Game 1 against the Rangers, there’s no question about which goaltender is expected to lead them out of the tunnel.
By Bailey Johnson‘Very, very poised’: How Spencer Carbery won over the Caps of all ages
A young coach and an aging core created spring sorcery for the Capitals.
By Barry SvrlugaFive things to watch as the Caps meet the Rangers in the Stanley Cup playoffs
Here’s what to know — and what to keep an eye on — as Rangers-Capitals gets underway in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
By Bailey JohnsonThe Capitals in the playoffs makes no sense, but it sure is fun
Washington’s minus-37 goal differential is an NHL joke. Their fans are laughing, too.
By Scott AllenThe Caps, now used to ‘high-stakes hockey,’ feel ready for playoff pressure
The Capitals, who have spent weeks living on the edge, face the New York Rangers in Game 1 on Sunday.
By Bailey JohnsonThe never-say-die Caps are still alive after an ‘unreal’ accomplishment
For a very different version of the Washington Capitals, this remarkable season is already a success. Now, the real fun begins.
By Barry SvrlugaFrom the start, Spencer Carbery believed in his Caps. He was right.
“The most important thing is belief,” Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin said. “We all believe in each other.”
By Bailey JohnsonCapitals beat Flyers in must-win final game, return to playoffs
The win gave the Capitals the Eastern Conference’s final playoff spot. They’ll face the New York Rangers in the opening round.
By Bailey Johnson‘Gutsy’ Caps blank Bruins, move within a win of securing playoff spot
Washington remains in the driver’s seat for the eighth and final playoff spot in the East and a win Tuesday night in Philadelphia would secure passage to the postseason.
By Bailey JohnsonWith a playoff spot near, the Caps know ‘everything matters right now’
Two more wins will guarantee the Capitals a spot in the Stanley Cup playoffs. After Nick Jensen’s injury, they’ll have to dig deep to get it done.
By Bailey JohnsonIn another must-win game, the Capitals prevail for injured Nick Jensen
During a 4-2 win, the Capitals bounced back after the defenseman to a scary injury.
By Bailey Johnson