Capitals Insider: Adam Oates


Posted at 01:16 PM ET, 05/16/2013

Capitals head into offseason with coaching stability
By Katie Carrera
For the first time in three summers there is no question of who the Capitals' head coach will be in the upcoming season, what type of system they might play or how much leeway a bench boss might have. That stability should help them in the offseason.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:16 PM ET, 05/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, George McPhee, Jay Beagle, Mike Green, offseason

Posted at 10:56 PM ET, 05/12/2013

Capitals accuse Derek Dorsett of slew-footing Mike Green
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby accused Derek Dorsett of a "dirty slew foot" against Mike Green and Coach Adam Oates called it a "very dangerous play".

By Katie Carrera  |  10:56 PM ET, 05/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers Game 6, Derek Dorsett, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Mike Green, Playoffs

Posted at 04:47 PM ET, 05/11/2013

Tom Wilson makes a strong first impression with Capitals
By Katie Carrera
Tom Wilson didn't play much in his NHL debut but still managed to demonstrate his toughness and skating ability to make a good first impression.

By Katie Carrera  |  04:47 PM ET, 05/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers Game 5, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Jay Beagle, Playoffs, Tom Wilson

Posted at 01:19 PM ET, 05/10/2013

Tom Wilson set to make NHL debut in Game 5 vs. Rangers
By Katie Carrera
Tom Wilson, who will make his NHL debut in Game 5 Friday against the Rangers, brings a blend of grit and offensive ability to the Capitals' lineup.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:19 PM ET, 05/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Rangers Game 5, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Matt Hendricks, Playoffs, Tom Wilson

Posted at 04:49 PM ET, 05/09/2013

Braden Holtby's puck-handling mistake doesn't worry Capitals
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby's error in puck handling cost the Capitals a goal early in Game 4 against the Rangers, but don't expect Coach Adam Oates to discourage him from playing the puck going forward.

By Katie Carrera  |  04:49 PM ET, 05/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers Game 4, Joel Ward, Playoffs

Posted at 03:44 PM ET, 05/08/2013

Capitals know they must remain patient against Vezina finalist Henrik Lundqvist
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals know patience is critical when facing Henrik Lundqvist, who is a finalist for the Vezina Trophy for the fifth time in his career.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:44 PM ET, 05/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Rangers, Caps-Rangers Game 4, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Henrik Lundqvist, Matt Hendricks, Playoffs, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 01:39 PM ET, 05/07/2013

Adam Oates doesn't think Alex Ovechkin was 'tired,' as Rangers' Ryan McDonagh suggested
By Katie Carrera
Rangers defenseman Ryan McDonagh said Alex Ovechkin appeared "tired" on the shift that led to the game-winning goal in Game 3. Coach Adam Oates disagreed.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:39 PM ET, 05/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Rangers, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Playoffs, Ryan McDonagh

Posted at 12:31 PM ET, 05/07/2013

Adam Oates gives Caps the day off: 'Rest obviously is the biggest weapon'
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates gave the Capitals an unexpected day off following the loss in Game 3.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:31 PM ET, 05/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Playoffs

Posted at 12:50 AM ET, 05/07/2013

Capitals' power play falls flat late in Game 3
By Katie Carrera
Capitals' inability to convert on late power play in Game 3 costly as Rangers capture 4-3 win.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:50 AM ET, 05/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Rangers Game 3, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Mike Green, Nicklas Backstrom, Playoffs

Posted at 11:15 AM ET, 05/06/2013

Capitals look for balanced approach to shot blocking
By Katie Carrera
Frantic, diving tries to get in front of a shot are commonplace in the postseason, but it's not something Capitals Coach Adam Oates encourages -- even on the penalty kill.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:15 AM ET, 05/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Eric Fehr, Jay Beagle, Playoffs

Posted at 05:35 PM ET, 05/05/2013

Adam Oates lets Capitals 'breathe' with optional practice
By Katie Carrera
With the Capitals up 2-0 in their series against the Rangers, Coach Adam Oates gave the team a day to refresh for Game 3 however they saw fit.

By Katie Carrera  |  05:35 PM ET, 05/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, New York Rangers, Playoffs, Washington Capitals

Posted at 02:27 PM ET, 05/05/2013

Delay-of-game penalty played a significant role in Caps' Game 2 win
By Katie Carrera
The penalty for firing the puck over the glass played a substantial role in the Capitals' Game 2 win, but there are mixed feelings about the rule itself.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:27 PM ET, 05/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers Game 2, Delay of game, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Karl Alzner, Playoffs, Steve Oleksy

Posted at 06:55 PM ET, 05/04/2013

'Game over' Green returns as Capitals take 2-0 series lead
By Katie Carrera
Mike Green scores the game-winner eight minutes into overtime to give the Capitals a 1-0 win over New York in Game 2 of this Eastern Conference semifinal series.

By Katie Carrera  |  06:55 PM ET, 05/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers Game 2, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Karl Alzner, Mike Green, Playoffs

Posted at 03:06 PM ET, 05/03/2013

Capitals content to stay the course against Rangers
By Katie Carrera
Last year it wasn't until the postseason that the Capitals truly clicked under Dale Hunter. This year, Washington doesn't need to find another gear for the playoffs but rather to keep rolling along the way it did to clinch the Southeast Division title.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:06 PM ET, 05/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Mike Green, Nicklas Backstrom, Playoffs

Posted at 08:09 AM ET, 05/01/2013

Capitals-Rangers: Top five story lines to watch unfold
By Katie Carrera
Anything can swing the balance in a playoff series, but here are the top five story lines to watch.

By Katie Carrera  |  08:09 AM ET, 05/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers, Playoffs

Posted at 03:17 PM ET, 04/30/2013

Mike Ribeiro returns to playoffs for first time in five years
By Katie Carrera
Mike Ribeiro doesn't have a history of consistency in the postseason, but as a pending unrestricted free agent this postseason looms large for the veteran center.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:17 PM ET, 04/30/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Mike Ribeiro, Playoffs

Posted at 11:56 AM ET, 04/30/2013

Capitals confident in aggressive, pressure-based system against Rangers
By Katie Carrera
Last year the Capitals and Rangers played styles that were nearly mirror images of each other. This season, Washington is glad to have an aggressive system as it enters the postseason.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:56 AM ET, 04/30/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, John Carlson, Karl Alzner, Matt Hendricks, Playoffs, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 04:19 PM ET, 04/29/2013

Capitals give mixed reviews on long layoff before Game 1 vs. Rangers
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals have to wait until Thursday to start their first-round series, giving them their longest break between games all year.

By Katie Carrera  |  04:19 PM ET, 04/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Matt Hendricks, Mike Green, Playoffs

Posted at 01:52 PM ET, 04/29/2013

Capitals being 'careful' with Brooks Laich's recovery
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates expects that the forward will play this postseason, but not before he’s fully healed.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:52 PM ET, 04/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Groin injuries, Injuries

Posted at 03:26 PM ET, 04/28/2013

Alex Ovechkin captures Rocket Richard Trophy
By Katie Carrera
Alex Ovechkin captured his third career Maurice 'Rocket' Richard Trophy as the NHL's leading goal scorer.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:26 PM ET, 04/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, George McPhee, Rocket Richard Trophy

Posted at 12:48 AM ET, 04/26/2013

Capitals' loss to Senators offers potential playoff preview, animosity and all
By Katie Carrera
Thursday's game didn't have any greater meaning for the Capitals, but it did offer a look at what a first-round playoff matchup against Ottawa might look like.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:48 AM ET, 04/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Sens, John Erskine, Karl Alzner, Steve Oleksy

Posted at 01:44 PM ET, 04/25/2013

Adam Oates wants the Capitals to show Ottawa 'who we are as a team'
By Katie Carrera
Ottawa, a potential first round playoff opponent, won both of the first two meetings with the Capitals this season and Coach Adam Oates wants his team to show the way they're capable of playing tonight at Verizon Center.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:44 PM ET, 04/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Sens

Posted at 12:55 PM ET, 04/25/2013

Erik Karlsson will return to Senators' lineup against Capitals
By Katie Carrera
Erik Karlsson is recovered from a lacerated Achilles’ tendon and will return to Ottawa's lineup tonight.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:55 PM ET, 04/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Sens, Erik Karlsson, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 12:35 AM ET, 04/24/2013

Capitals reward Adam Oates's confidence, clinch Southeast Division
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates has remained consistently confident in the Capitals' ability to succeed no matter what stage of the season they were in. Tuesday night, they rewarded his faith and clinched the Southeast Division title.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:35 AM ET, 04/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Jets, Matt Hendricks, Nicklas Backstrom, playoff race, Southeast division

Posted at 01:02 PM ET, 04/23/2013

Capitals hope to take advantage of tired, 'maybe a little sloppy' Winnipeg
By Katie Carrera
The Jets are in desperation mode and a loss would severely damage their postseason hopes, but the Capitals are hoping to take advantage of a tired foe playing on the second night of back-to-back games.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:02 PM ET, 04/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Jets, Ondrej Pavelec, playoff race, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 12:30 AM ET, 04/21/2013

Alex Ovechkin closing in on Rocket Richard Trophy
By Katie Carrera
With two goals against the Canadiens, Alex Ovechkin moves closer to another Rocket Richard Trophy as the NHL's leading goal scorer.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:30 AM ET, 04/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Habs, Mike Ribeiro, Rocket Richard Trophy, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 06:13 PM ET, 04/20/2013

Open thread: Capitals at Canadiens
By Katie Carrera
Discuss the game as the Capitals visit the Canadiens Saturday night.

By Katie Carrera  |  06:13 PM ET, 04/20/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Habs, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 12:00 AM ET, 04/19/2013

Nicklas Backstrom injured in loss to Senators
By Katie Carrera
More damaging than the end of the Capitals' winning streak could be the loss of Nicklas Backstrom, who took a puck off his left arm Thursday night in Ottawa.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:00 AM ET, 04/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Sens, Injuries, Mike Green, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 12:47 AM ET, 04/17/2013

Adam Oates: Alex Ovechkin 'absolutely' should be NHL MVP
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates knows he's biased but says Alex Ovechkin should be the NHL's MVP.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:47 AM ET, 04/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Leafs

Posted at 03:43 PM ET, 04/16/2013

Karl Alzner, John Carlson don't mind being separated
By Katie Carrera
This is the first season in their NHL careers that Karl Alzner and John Carlson haven't been a consistent pairing but the young defensemen are faring quite well apart.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:43 PM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Defense, John Carlson, Karl Alzner

Posted at 12:40 PM ET, 04/16/2013

Verizon Center plans 'enhanced' security for Capitals game after Boston Marathon bombings
By Katie Carrera
Massachusetts native John Carlson and others share their reactions to the Boston Marathon bombings.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:40 PM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Boston Marathon bombings, John Carlson, Verizon Center

Posted at 11:45 AM ET, 04/16/2013

Capitals want Brooks Laich 'pain free' before skating again
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates says surgery is currently not being considered for Brooks Laich but the forward must be pain free before he returns to the ice.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:45 AM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Groin injuries, Injuries

Posted at 09:27 AM ET, 04/16/2013

Troy Brouwer relishing role as a shooter, scorer
By Katie Carrera
More than any other season in his career, Troy Brouwer has been asked to be a shooter at even strength and on the power play and has taken advantage of the adjusted role.

By Katie Carrera  |  09:27 AM ET, 04/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Forwards, Offense, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 12:32 AM ET, 04/14/2013

More on the Capitals' lessons from a lost four-goal lead
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals won Saturday night but were focused on the method and learning from blowing a four-goal lead against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:32 AM ET, 04/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Lightning, Jason Chimera, Mike Green

Posted at 02:35 PM ET, 04/12/2013

Uncertainty about Brooks Laich's groin injury cause for concern
By Katie Carrera
Brooks Laich has missed four straight games and remains sidelined indefinitely by a lower body injury that is negatively impacting his groin injury.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:35 PM ET, 04/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, George McPhee, Groin injuries, Injuries, Mike Green

Posted at 03:09 PM ET, 04/11/2013

The loss that helped spark the Capitals' turnaround
By Katie Carrera
Washington is 9-1-1 in its last 11 games, but before this run of success was a gut-wrenching loss that helped show the team how well it could play.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:09 PM ET, 04/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Pens, John Carlson, Matt Hendricks, Pittsburgh Penguins

Posted at 01:56 PM ET, 04/10/2013

Injury updates on Brooks Laich, Martin Erat and Joel Ward
By Katie Carrera
The latest updates on Brooks Laich, Martin Erat and Joel Ward.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:56 PM ET, 04/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Injuries, Joel Ward, Martin Erat

Posted at 09:02 AM ET, 04/10/2013

One-timers: Capitals shake off early deficit in Montreal; Ovechkin leads the way again
By Katie Carrera
ONE-TIMERS | The Caps shake off an initial one-goal deficit and demonstrate their resiliency.

By Katie Carrera  |  09:02 AM ET, 04/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Habs, Eric Fehr, Jack Hillen, Jay Beagle, Michal Neuvirth, One timers

Posted at 01:13 AM ET, 04/10/2013

Strong second period fuels Capitals' win in Montreal
By Katie Carrera
Two goals in the span of 1:46 in the second period allowed Washington to gain the upper hand against the Canadiens Tuesday night.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:13 AM ET, 04/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Habs, Eric Fehr, Jack Hillen

Posted at 01:55 PM ET, 04/09/2013

Adam Oates on starting Michal Neuvirth in Montreal: 'He needs to know that he's a part of our team'
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates explains why the Capitals will turn to Michal Neuvirth tonight in Montreal.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:55 PM ET, 04/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Habs, Goalies, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 12:45 AM ET, 04/08/2013

Alex Ovechkin scores empty-net goal
By Katie Carrera
After missing several opportunities this season, Alex Ovechkin finally records an empty net goal. But it turns out he didn't even need to put the puck in the net.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:45 AM ET, 04/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Lightning, NHL rulebook, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 01:23 PM ET, 04/07/2013

Alex Ovechkin's offensive tear continues with hat trick against Panthers
By Katie Carrera
Alex Ovechkin continued his recent offensive tear with a four-point night against the Florida Panthers that included his second hat trick of the season.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:23 PM ET, 04/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Caps-Panthers

Posted at 12:26 PM ET, 04/07/2013

Capitals want to learn from lackluster finish against Panthers
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals won Saturday night, but they gave up three goals in the third period. The players want to make sure that doesn't become a habit.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:26 PM ET, 04/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Caps-Panthers

Posted at 01:07 PM ET, 04/05/2013

One-timers: Caps take over first in Southeast; Martin Erat debuts
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals take over first in the Southeast, Martin Erat debuts and more notes from the 2-1 shootout win over the Islanders.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:07 PM ET, 04/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Brooks Laich, Caps-Isles, Martin Erat, Mike Green, One timers

Posted at 12:25 AM ET, 04/03/2013

Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom and Mike Green put on a show as Capitals trounce Carolina
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals' biggest stars lead the comeback against the Hurricanes en route to a 5-3 win Tuesday night.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:25 AM ET, 04/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Canes, Matt Hendricks, Mike Green, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 01:17 PM ET, 04/02/2013

Michal Neuvirth takes part in Capitals morning skate: 'I'm feeling good'
By Katie Carrera
Michal Neuvirth says he's feeling better three days after being struck in the mask by a shot.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:17 PM ET, 04/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Canes, Goalies, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 11:21 AM ET, 04/01/2013

Steve Oleksy's hit, fight swings game for Capitals, but they can't hold on against Flyers
By Katie Carrera
Steve Oleksy swings the momentum with a big hit and ensuing fight that led to a Caps power play.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:21 AM ET, 04/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Flyers, Jakub Voracek, Steve Oleksy, Troy Brouwer, Zac Rinaldo

Posted at 11:53 PM ET, 03/31/2013

Untimely penalty by Troy Brouwer sparks Flyers' comeback vs. Capitals
By Katie Carrera
Troy Brouwer takes responsibility for the untimely penalty that helped give Philadelphia life in the third period Sunday night.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:53 PM ET, 03/31/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Flyers, Mike Green, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 09:24 AM ET, 03/31/2013

Mike Green bounces back from mistake vs. Islanders with game-tying goal at Buffalo
By Katie Carrera
With the memory of his costly mistake against the Islanders still fresh in his mind, Mike Green wanted to make sure he made a positive impact for the Capitals in Buffalo. He did just that, scoring the game-tying goal with 39.2 seconds left in regulation.

By Katie Carrera  |  09:24 AM ET, 03/31/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Sabres, Mike Green

Posted at 12:16 AM ET, 03/31/2013

Capitals erase ugly start with comeback against Buffalo
By Katie Carrera
More on how the Capitals erased their "worst" start of the season to come back and capture a 4-3 shootout win over Buffalo.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:16 AM ET, 03/31/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Sabres, Karl Alzner, Mike Green

Posted at 04:32 PM ET, 03/28/2013

Caps weigh in on Jarome Iginla trade
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals discuss the trade heard round the NHL that sent Jarome Iginla from Calgary to Pittsburgh.

By Katie Carrera  |  04:32 PM ET, 03/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Calgary Flames, Jarome Iginla, Karl Alzner, Pittsburgh Penguins, Trade deadline, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 11:57 AM ET, 03/27/2013

One-timers: Capitals can't prevent rough start against Islanders
By Katie Carrera
Notes from the Capitals' 3-2 loss to the Islanders.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:57 AM ET, 03/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Isles, Eric Fehr, John Carlson, Mathieu Perreault, Mike Ribeiro, One timers

Posted at 12:33 AM ET, 03/27/2013

Islanders capitalize on mistakes by Mike Green, Brooks Laich to score game-winner
By Katie Carrera
A look at the costly miscues by Mike Green and Brooks Laich that led to the Islanders' game winning goal.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:33 AM ET, 03/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Caps-Isles, Mike Green, Mike Ribeiro

Posted at 12:52 PM ET, 03/26/2013

Adam Oates's 'Ray Bourque' rule for Mike Green
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates wants Mike Green, and all the Capitals defensemen for that matter, to be involved in the play offensively. But he doesn't want them below the top of the faceoff circles. It's a strategy he picked up from his time as a teammate of Hall of Famer Ray Bourque.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:52 PM ET, 03/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Defense, Mike Green

Posted at 12:39 AM ET, 03/25/2013

Capitals beat Rangers in shootout, Oates still not fond of tie-breaker
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals were the last team in the NHL to go to a shootout this season. They won but Coach Adam Oates still isn't all that enamored with the tie-breaking procedure.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:39 AM ET, 03/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers, shootout

Posted at 02:08 PM ET, 03/24/2013

Back in the lineup, Mike Green working to better protect himself on the ice
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals defenseman returned to the lineup and played two games in Winnipeg with no setbacks, but he knows he must take steps to better protect himself on the ice.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:08 PM ET, 03/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers, Injuries, Mike Green

Posted at 12:16 PM ET, 03/23/2013

Joey Crabb clears waivers, assigned to Hershey
By Katie Carrera
Joey Crabb clears waivers and is assigned to the AHL's Hershey Bears.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:16 PM ET, 03/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Joey Crabb, Roster moves, waivers

Posted at 01:56 PM ET, 03/22/2013

Braden Holtby to start again against Jets
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby gets the nod for round two against Winnipeg and other notes from the Capitals' optional morning skate.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:56 PM ET, 03/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Jets, Joey Crabb

Posted at 10:51 AM ET, 03/22/2013

Capitals need to replicate winning performance against Jets
By Katie Carrera
Washington played one of its most complete games in Thursday's 4-0 win over the Jets. Now the Capitals must do it again Friday night against the same Winnipeg squad.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:51 AM ET, 03/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Jets, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 10:10 AM ET, 03/21/2013

Capitals reinforce power-play details before taking on Jets
By Katie Carrera
The power play has been a source of strength for the Capitals this year, but the unit hasn't been quite as consistent over the past 10 games. So Coach Adam Oates put the Capitals through power play drills to reinforce the group's reads.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:10 AM ET, 03/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Marcus Johansson, Nicklas Backstrom, Power play, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 01:46 AM ET, 03/18/2013

Jason Chimera snaps 27-game goal-scoring drought
By Katie Carrera
Jason Chimera scores his first goal of the season.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:46 AM ET, 03/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Sabres, Jason Chimera, Mathieu Perreault

Posted at 10:19 AM ET, 03/15/2013

One-timers: More on Alex Ovechkin's night against Carolina
By Katie Carrera
More from the Capitals 3-2 comeback win in Carolina including notes on the dramatic game winner and Alex Ovechkin's 700th career point.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:19 AM ET, 03/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Aaron Volpatti, Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Canes, Joey Crabb, Michal Neuvirth, One timers

Posted at 12:06 AM ET, 03/15/2013

Tomas Kundratek suffers apparent leg injury in win over Carolina
By Katie Carrera
Defenseman Tomas Kundratek won't travel with the team to Boston after suffering an apparent injury to his right leg in the first period of Washington's 3-2 win over the Hurricanes.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:06 AM ET, 03/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Canes, Defense, Injuries, Tomas Kundratek

Posted at 12:40 AM ET, 03/13/2013

Hurricanes take advantage of Washington's injury-plagued defense
By Katie Carrera
Carolina takes advantage of beat up Caps

By Katie Carrera  |  12:40 AM ET, 03/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Canes, Defense, Jeff Schultz

Posted at 11:50 AM ET, 03/12/2013

Adam Oates takes issue with criticism of Alex Ovechkin
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates assesses Alex Ovechkin's recent play, discusses the level of criticism the star winger receives.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:50 AM ET, 03/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin

Posted at 11:07 AM ET, 03/11/2013

One-timers: Alex Ovechkin's rough game costs Capitals against Rangers
By Katie Carrera
Notes and observations from the Capitals' 4-1 loss to the Rangers.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:07 AM ET, 03/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Rangers, Marcus Johansson, One timers, Steve Oleksy

Posted at 06:36 PM ET, 03/10/2013

Braden Holtby pulled after allowing three goals in loss to Rangers
By Katie Carrera
Capitals goaltender Braden Holtby on his game after allowing three goals on 19 shots: "It has to be better, simple as that."

By Katie Carrera  |  06:36 PM ET, 03/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers, Goalies, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 12:37 PM ET, 03/10/2013

Alex Ovechkin: 'You can't say nothing' to referees
By Katie Carrera
Unsportsmanlike-conduct penalties aren't a new phenomenon for the Capitals this season, but it's definitely something they can avoid.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:37 PM ET, 03/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Matt Hendricks, Mike Ribeiro, penalties

Posted at 07:26 PM ET, 03/09/2013

John Erskine injured in Capitals' loss to Islanders
By Katie Carrera
The defenseman suffered what appeared to be an injury to his left hand or wrist and played only 1:18 in the 5-2 defeat.

By Katie Carrera  |  07:26 PM ET, 03/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Isles, Injuries, John Erskine

Posted at 11:33 AM ET, 03/09/2013

Philipp Grubauer to make first NHL start against Islanders
By Katie Carrera
Top goaltending prospect Philipp Grubauer will make his first career NHL start Saturday afternoon at the New York Islanders

By Katie Carrera  |  11:33 AM ET, 03/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Isles, Philipp Grubauer

Posted at 03:27 PM ET, 03/08/2013

Adam Oates uses rout of Florida to manage Capitals' minutes
By Katie Carrera
For as thorough of a drubbing as the Capitals 7-1 win over the Panthers was, Coach Adam Oates said the biggest benefit was being able to manage the team's minutes late in the game.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:27 PM ET, 03/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Panthers, John Carlson, Karl Alzner

Posted at 02:30 PM ET, 03/02/2013

Aaron Volpatti to make Caps debut against Jets
By Katie Carrera
Winger Aaron Volpatti will get '"thrown to the wolves" Saturday afternoon as he makes his Capitals debut at Winnipeg.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:30 PM ET, 03/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Aaron Volpatti, Adam Oates, Caps-Jets, Matt Hendricks

Posted at 11:17 AM ET, 03/02/2013

Capitals turn to Matt Hendricks for top-line duty
By Katie Carrera
There's been a revolving door at top-line left wing for the Capitals and now it's Matt Hendricks's turn to try and fit.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:17 AM ET, 03/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Jets, Matt Hendricks, Wojtek Wolski

Posted at 12:42 PM ET, 03/01/2013

Mike Green aggravates groin injury, won't travel to Winnipeg
By Katie Carrera
Capitals defenseman Mike Green aggravated his previous groin injury. "It's obviously concerning because of his past history," Adam Oates said.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:42 PM ET, 03/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Injuries, Mike Green

Posted at 11:46 AM ET, 02/28/2013

One-timers: Capitals halt momentum with loss to Flyers
By Katie Carrera
Notes from the Capitals' loss to the Flyers on Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby and how this latest defeat halted their progress.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:46 AM ET, 02/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Caps-Flyers, One timers

Posted at 03:13 AM ET, 02/28/2013

Sluggish start sets tone for Capitals against Flyers
By Katie Carrera
It took all of 4 minutes 4 seconds for the Capitals to fall behind Philadelphia Wednesday night and they never responded.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:13 AM ET, 02/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Flyers, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 11:50 AM ET, 02/27/2013

One-timers: Capitals keeping defensemen involved offensively
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates has encouraged the blue liners to jump up in the play since training camp and it looks like they're all growing more comfortable with the directive.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:50 AM ET, 02/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Canes, John Carlson, John Erskine, Mike Green, Nicklas Backstrom, One timers

Posted at 07:13 PM ET, 02/23/2013

Braden Holtby stops penalty shot at key juncture for Caps vs. Devils
By Katie Carrera
The save midway through the second period helped the Capitals continue building momentum en route to their 5-1 win.

By Katie Carrera  |  07:13 PM ET, 02/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Devils, Penalty Shot, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 10:37 AM ET, 02/23/2013

Mike Green a game-time decision for Capitals against Devils
By Katie Carrera
Mike Green will take warmups but needs to be completely confident he's ready to play before returning to the lineup. Coach Adam Oates: I can't have him go two shifts and then get hurt.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:37 AM ET, 02/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Devils, Injuries, Mike Green

Posted at 09:58 PM ET, 02/22/2013

Alex Ovechkin searching for finishing touch
By Katie Carrera
Alex Ovechkin played a strong game Thursday night against New Jersey and had numerous scoring chances, he just couldn't find a way to put the puck in the back of the net.

By Katie Carrera  |  09:58 PM ET, 02/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Devils, Ilya Kovalchuk

Posted at 12:42 AM ET, 02/22/2013

About the Capitals' puck over the glass penalty against New Jersey
By Katie Carrera
In a third period filled with Capitals penalties, one was particularly strange.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:42 AM ET, 02/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Devils, Jay Beagle, penalties

Posted at 01:31 PM ET, 02/21/2013

Scheduling quirk brings New Jersey to D.C. for two games this week
By Katie Carrera
The compressed 48-game season makes for some quirks, like the Capitals hosting the Devils for consecutive games at Verizon Center.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:31 PM ET, 02/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Devils, Karl Alzner, Wojtek Wolski

Posted at 12:05 PM ET, 02/21/2013

Capitals' Tomas Kundratek working to develop his game
By Katie Carrera
Rookie defenseman Tomas Kundratek is trying to make the most of his time with the Capitals and developing his game.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:05 PM ET, 02/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Karl Alzner, Tomas Kundratek

Posted at 12:21 AM ET, 02/18/2013

Penalties cost Capitals against Rangers
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates saw penalties throw the Capitals off kilter again early against the Rangers.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:21 AM ET, 02/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Rangers, Karl Alzner, penalties

Posted at 01:30 PM ET, 02/16/2013

Mike Green's status uncertain for Sunday's game at Rangers
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals defenseman skates briefly Saturday and may miss Sunday's game against the Rangers with a lower-body injury.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:30 PM ET, 02/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Injuries, Marcus Johansson, Mike Green

Posted at 11:22 AM ET, 02/15/2013

One-timers: Power play, third line come up big again for Caps
By Katie Carrera
Notes and analysis from the Capitals' win over Tampa Bay.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:22 AM ET, 02/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Lightning, Eric Fehr, Joel Ward, Mathieu Perreault, One timers, Power play

Posted at 10:09 AM ET, 02/14/2013

Adam Oates doesn't think NHL players should participate in Olympics
By Katie Carrera
Caps Coach Adam Oates says he doesn't think NHL players should be allowed to take part in the Olympics.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:09 AM ET, 02/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Olympics, Sochi 2014

Posted at 08:52 AM ET, 02/14/2013

Adam Oates: Caps need Jason Chimera to be 'reliable' on top line
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates discusses what he wants to see out of Jason Chimera on the Capitals' top line.

By Katie Carrera  |  08:52 AM ET, 02/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Lightning, Jason Chimera

Posted at 06:56 PM ET, 02/13/2013

Brooks Laich cleared for contact in practice
By Katie Carrera
Capitals forward Brooks Laich, who has yet to make his season debut because of a groin injury, has been cleared to take contact in practice.

By Katie Carrera  |  06:56 PM ET, 02/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Injuries

Posted at 10:52 AM ET, 02/13/2013

One-timers: Capitals triumph in wacky game against Florida
By Katie Carrera
Notes and analysis from the Caps’ win over the Panthers.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:52 AM ET, 02/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Panthers, Eric Fehr, Jason Chimera, One timers

Posted at 12:27 PM ET, 02/10/2013

Unit of Mathieu Perreault, Eric Fehr and Joel Ward stands out for Capitals
By Katie Carrera
The three forwards had never played on a line together, but against the Panthers they might have been the Capitals' best combination.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:27 PM ET, 02/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Panthers, Eric Fehr, Joel Ward, Mathieu Perreault, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 11:50 AM ET, 02/10/2013

One-timers: Caps 'did a lot of things well' against Panthers
By Katie Carrera
Notes and analysis from the Capitals' 5-0 win over the Panthers

By Katie Carrera  |  11:50 AM ET, 02/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Panthers, Mathieu Perreault, One timers, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 12:20 PM ET, 02/09/2013

Marcus Johansson scratched against Panthers, Mathieu Perreault and John Erskine back in
By Katie Carrera
Notes from the Capitals morning skate and what lineup changes to expect for tonight's game against Florida.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:20 PM ET, 02/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Caps-Panthers, John Erskine, Marcus Johansson, Mathieu Perreault, Tom Poti

Posted at 12:29 AM ET, 02/08/2013

Coach Adam Oates explains goaltender switch against Penguins
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals first-year coach explains why he pulled starter Michal Neuvirth against Pittsburgh.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:29 AM ET, 02/08/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Pens, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 09:50 AM ET, 02/06/2013

One-timers: Capitals searching for answers
By Katie Carrera
Notes and analysis from the Capitals' 3-2 loss to Toronto.

By Katie Carrera  |  09:50 AM ET, 02/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Leafs, Karl Alzner, Marcus Johansson, Michal Neuvirth, One timers, Tom Poti

Posted at 11:51 PM ET, 02/05/2013

Frustrated Capitals undone by compounding mistakes once again
By Katie Carrera
Once again, the Capitals are left searching for answers when errors compound to cost them a chance for a victory vs. Toronto.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:51 PM ET, 02/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Leafs, Joey Crabb, Karl Alzner, Matt Hendricks, Tom Poti

Posted at 04:53 PM ET, 02/04/2013

Caps hope remedying special-teams issues will lead to more wins
By Mark Giannotto
Coach Adam Oates wanted the last-place Capitals to feel a keep-your-head-up sensation during Monday morning's film review.

By Mark Giannotto  |  04:53 PM ET, 02/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Penalty Kill, Power play, Special teams

Posted at 10:05 AM ET, 02/04/2013

One-timers: Oates sees positives in Caps' loss to Penguins
By Katie Carrera
Notes and analysis from the Capitals 6-3 loss to Pittsburgh.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:05 AM ET, 02/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Pens, John Carlson, Mike Ribeiro, One timers

Posted at 11:23 AM ET, 02/03/2013

Alex Ovechkin: 'It kind of embarrass me' to only have 3 points through 8 games
By Katie Carrera
Alex Ovechkin expresses his surprise that players like him and Pittsburgh's Evgeni Malkin have struggled to score since returning to the NHL. He also acknowledges that he's embarrassed to not have more than three points.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:23 AM ET, 02/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Pens

Posted at 04:47 PM ET, 02/02/2013

Braden Holtby to start against Penguins
By Katie Carrera
Goaltender Braden Holtby will face the Penguins for the first time in his career Sunday.

By Katie Carrera  |  04:47 PM ET, 02/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Caps-Pens, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 12:26 AM ET, 02/02/2013

John Erskine faces disciplinary hearing for elbow (updated)
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals defenseman could face supplemental discipline for elbowing Flyers forward Wayne Simmonds.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:26 AM ET, 02/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Flyers, John Erskine, Matt Hendricks, NHL discipline

Posted at 12:10 AM ET, 02/01/2013

Penalty epidemic costing Capitals
By Katie Carrera
Washington is called for eight minor penalties in the first 34 minutes of the game Thursday night as an alarming lack of discipline continues.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:10 AM ET, 02/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Leafs, Joel Ward, Mike Ribeiro, penalties

Posted at 09:32 AM ET, 01/29/2013

Adam Oates on Senators' Paul MacLean: 'I thought he'd be a good coach'
By Katie Carrera
Caps Coach Adam Oates recalls his playing days with Senators Coach Paul MacLean.

By Katie Carrera  |  09:32 AM ET, 01/29/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Sens

Posted at 02:52 PM ET, 01/28/2013

Oates explains why he likes Ovechkin skating with Beagle and Crabb
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates likes the way Jay Beagle and Joey Crabb can influence Alex Ovechkin to play a more straightforward style of attack.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:52 PM ET, 01/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Jay Beagle, Joey Crabb, Line combinations

Posted at 11:32 AM ET, 01/28/2013

Alex Ovechkin back on a line with Jay Beagle and Joey Crabb in practice
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates puts Alex Ovechkin back with Jay Beagle and Joey Crabb for practice Monday.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:32 AM ET, 01/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Jay Beagle, Joey Crabb, Line combinations

Posted at 10:28 AM ET, 01/28/2013

One-timers: Have the Capitals found line combinations that might stick?
By Katie Carrera
Notes and analysis from the Capitals’ first win.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:28 AM ET, 01/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Sabres, Joel Ward, Michal Neuvirth, One timers

Posted at 01:35 PM ET, 01/27/2013

Marcus Johansson a healthy scratch against Buffalo
By Katie Carrera
After a rough start to the season, Marcus Johansson will sit out as a healthy scratch today as the Capitals host the Sabres.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:35 PM ET, 01/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Sabres, Marcus Johansson, Mathieu Perreault

Posted at 10:01 AM ET, 01/27/2013

Winless Capitals need more from Alex Ovechkin
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals are the only team in the NHL without a win and Alex Ovechkin is currently in his longest goal-scoring drought to start a season. The two are not mutually exclusive.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:01 AM ET, 01/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Line combinations

Posted at 10:56 AM ET, 01/26/2013

One-timers: Lackluster special teams, abundance of penalties troublesome for Caps
By Katie Carrera
Notes and analysis from the Capitals 3-2 overtime loss to the Devils.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:56 AM ET, 01/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Devils, Line combinations, One timers, penalties, Power play

Posted at 01:18 AM ET, 01/26/2013

Michal Neuvirth keeps Caps afloat against Devils
By Katie Carrera
While they didn't win in New Jersey, the Capitals got a stand out performance from goaltender Michal Neuvirth.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:18 AM ET, 01/26/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Devils, Joel Ward, Karl Alzner, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 05:48 PM ET, 01/25/2013

Alex Ovechkin to play left wing against New Jersey
By Katie Carrera
After eight periods at right wing, Alex Ovechkin will be at his usual spot at left wing Friday night in New Jersey.

By Katie Carrera  |  05:48 PM ET, 01/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Devils

Posted at 02:31 PM ET, 01/25/2013

'Fragile' Caps need a bounce to go their way
By Katie Carrera
These days, any surge by the opposing team throws the Caps off track. They need to find something to build off of in a hurry.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:31 PM ET, 01/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Devils, Caps-Habs, Joey Crabb, Karl Alzner

Posted at 11:00 AM ET, 01/25/2013

One-timers: Capitals off to unsettling start
By Katie Carrera
Notes and analysis from the Capitals 4-1 loss to Montreal.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:00 AM ET, 01/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Habs, John Carlson, Karl Alzner, One timers

Posted at 12:41 AM ET, 01/25/2013

Capitals 'outworked' in 4-1 loss to Montreal
By Katie Carrera
As the Capitals look for answers following another disastrous defeat, they point to one common trait: work ethic.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:41 AM ET, 01/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Habs, Joey Crabb, Nicklas Backstrom, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 03:19 PM ET, 01/24/2013

Adam Oates looking for more from Marcus Johansson
By Katie Carrera
Marcus Johansson will be on the fourth line as the Capitals take on the Canadiens as Coach Adam Oates looks for more out of him.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:19 PM ET, 01/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Habs, Marcus Johansson

Posted at 01:18 PM ET, 01/24/2013

Mathieu Perreault: 'I didn't ask for a trade'
By Katie Carrera
Capitals forward Mathieu Perreault says he only wants more ice time and an opportunity to prove himself to Coach Adam Oates.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:18 PM ET, 01/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Habs, Mathieu Perreault

Posted at 02:44 PM ET, 01/23/2013

Michal Neuvirth ready to face Canadiens
By Katie Carrera
Neuvirth will make his first start of the season on Thursday.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:44 PM ET, 01/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Habs, Goaltenders, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 01:24 PM ET, 01/23/2013

Practice update: Capitals hold optional workout, Hillen skates
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates explains why he decided to give the Capitals an optional skate.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:24 PM ET, 01/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, Jack Hillen, Optional practice, Practice update

Posted at 12:31 PM ET, 01/23/2013

One timers: Caps fall 4-2 to Winnipeg
By Katie Carrera
Notes and analysis from the Capitals’ 4-2 loss to Winnipeg.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:31 PM ET, 01/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Jets, John Carlson, Marcus Johansson, Matt Hendricks, Nicklas Backstrom, One timers

Posted at 05:01 PM ET, 01/22/2013

NHL makes rule changes on handling the puck, faceoffs
By Katie Carrera
The NHL made a few rule changes for this season, including minor penalties for covering the puck anywhere on the ice or batting the puck while trying to win a faceoff.

By Katie Carrera  |  05:01 PM ET, 01/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Jay Beagle, NHL rules

Posted at 01:25 AM ET, 01/20/2013

Adam Oates on Caps' 6-3 loss to Lightning: 'We got tired at times'
By Katie Carrera
A lack of game conditioning and penalties helped unravel the Capitals hopes for victory Saturday night.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:25 AM ET, 01/20/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Caps-Lightning, Mike Ribeiro, penalties

Posted at 04:26 PM ET, 01/19/2013

Adam Oates to make Capitals debut where his coaching career began
By Katie Carrera
Adam Oates and the Lightning reflect on his time in Tampa Bay as an assistant coach.

By Katie Carrera  |  04:26 PM ET, 01/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Martin St. Louis, Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay Lightning

Posted at 01:46 PM ET, 01/19/2013

Nicklas Backstrom, Brooks Laich, Mike Green named Capitals' alternate captains
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates announces the alternates to Alex Ovechkin; it's the first time Green will wear the 'A.'

By Katie Carrera  |  01:46 PM ET, 01/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Brooks Laich, Captains, Mike Green, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 01:05 PM ET, 01/19/2013

Tom Poti to make his return in Capitals season opener
By Katie Carrera
Tom Poti is expected to make his comeback tonight against the Lightning and Coach Adam Oates explains why he will use seven defensemen in the season opener.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:05 PM ET, 01/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Tampa Bay Lightning, Tom Poti

Posted at 12:34 PM ET, 01/18/2013

Alex Ovechkin on playing penalty kill: 'I'm gonna do my best'
By Katie Carrera
Alex Ovechkin talks about possibly seeing more time on the penalty kill this season.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:34 PM ET, 01/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Penalty Kill

Posted at 04:00 PM ET, 01/16/2013

Caps return prospect Tom Wilson to OHL's Plymouth Whalers
By Katie Carrera
After taking part in four days of training camp, Tom Wilson was returned to his junior team.

By Katie Carrera  |  04:00 PM ET, 01/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Tom Wilson, Training Camp

Posted at 02:02 PM ET, 01/16/2013

Adam Oates 'absolutely' would use Alex Ovechkin on penalty kill
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates explains why he would use Alex Ovechkin on the penalty kill.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:02 PM ET, 01/16/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Penalty Kill, Training Camp

Posted at 01:39 PM ET, 01/14/2013

Oates expects both Holtby and Neuvirth to play a lot in shortened season
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates talks a bit about how he plans on using the goaltenders.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:39 PM ET, 01/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Braden Holtby, Goaltenders, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 10:41 AM ET, 01/14/2013

Capitals practice update: Line combinations
By Katie Carrera
Check out the line combinations from Monday's training camp.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:41 AM ET, 01/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Training Camp

Posted at 03:20 PM ET, 01/10/2013

Brooks Laich on lockout: 'We just punched our sport in the face'
By Katie Carrera
Brooks Laich is back in Washington, dishing on everything from the lockout to his time in Switzerland and his excitement to play for Adam Oates.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:20 PM ET, 01/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Brooks Laich, NHL lockout

Posted at 05:33 PM ET, 11/27/2012

Adam Oates ends six-week run coaching Bears
By Barry Svrluga
Capitals Coach Adam Oates ended a six-week run as co-coach of the AHL's Bears last week, GM George McPhee said Tuesday.

By Barry Svrluga  |  05:33 PM ET, 11/27/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, AHL, Hershey Bears, NHL lockout

Posted at 01:43 PM ET, 11/13/2012

How much can Adam Oates help Alex Ovechkins scoring?
By Neil Greenberg
Can Oatess system and coaching style get the Capitals captain back to the scoring levels fans witnessed just a few short years ago?

By Neil Greenberg  |  01:43 PM ET, 11/13/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Alex Ovechkin, Brett Hull, Statistical analysis

Posted at 09:25 PM ET, 11/12/2012

Adam Oatess Hall of Fame speech
By Katie Carrera
Read and watch Adam Oates's Hall of Fame induction speech.

By Katie Carrera  |  09:25 PM ET, 11/12/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Hockey Hall of Fame

Posted at 12:20 PM ET, 11/05/2012

Adam Oates on Hall of Fame nerves, waiting for NHL lockout to end
By Eric Detweiler
Short summary of story

By Eric Detweiler  |  12:20 PM ET, 11/05/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Hockey Hall of Fame, NHL lockout

Posted at 02:49 PM ET, 10/01/2012

Hershey Bears hope to make a good impression with Oates
By Katie Carrera
Bears hope to leave a lasting impression with Oates.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:49 PM ET, 10/01/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, AHL, Garrett Mitchell, Hershey Bears, NHL lockout, Ryan Potulny

Posted at 01:02 PM ET, 09/30/2012

Adam Oates will help coach AHL’s Hershey Bears during NHL lockout
By Katie Carrera
Capitals coach Adam Oates will serve as co-coach of the AHL's Hershey Bears for the duration of the NHL lockout.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:02 PM ET, 09/30/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Adam Oates, Hershey Bears, NHL lockout