Capitals Insider: Braden Holtby


Posted at 11:46 AM ET, 05/22/2013

Capitals season review: Goaltending
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby anchored the Capitals for the bulk of the season, but GM George McPhee insists there is no hierarchy in net.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:46 AM ET, 05/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, George McPhee, Goalies, Michal Neuvirth, Season breakdown

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 03:07 PM ET, 05/12/2013

Capitals want to continue frustrating Rangers winger Rick Nash
By Katie Carrera
Rangers winger Rick Nash has just one point, an assist, through the first five games of this series and the Capitals want to make sure his dry spell continues for another few days.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:07 PM ET, 05/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers Game 6, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Karl Alzner, Playoffs, Rick Nash

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 01:50 PM ET, 05/06/2013

Braden Holtby concerned about Capitals' being too 'loose'
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby stresses focus heading into Game 3, questions Capitals' loose mood at morning skate.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:50 PM ET, 05/06/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers Game 3, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Playoffs

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 12:13 PM ET, 05/05/2013

Braden Holtby on Game 2: 'It wasn't a very hard game for me'
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby earned his first shutout in the Stanley Cup playoffs with 24 saves in Game 2 against the Rangers, but acknowledged it wasn't an especially difficult game for him.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:13 PM ET, 05/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers Game 2, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Mike Green, Playoffs

Posted at 09:46 AM ET, 05/03/2013

Steve Oleksy has eventful playoff debut with pretty assist, puck to face
By Katie Carrera
Steve Oleksy made quite the impression in his first career Stanley Cup playoff game with a perfect pass to set-up the game winning goal and not being fazed by a puck to the face.

By Katie Carrera  |  09:46 AM ET, 05/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers Game 1, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Jason Chimera, Marcus Johansson, Playoffs, Steve Oleksy

Posted at 10:29 AM ET, 05/02/2013

Braden Holtby: 'You throw experience out the window and you just play'
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals will turn to the same goaltender, who started in the last game of the previous year's playoffs for the first contest of the following spring, for the first time since Olie Kolzig did so back in 1999-00 and 2000-01.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:29 AM ET, 05/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, Braden Holtby, Caps-Rangers, Eastern Conference quarterfinals, Goalies

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 07:21 AM ET, 04/24/2013

John Erskine's key saves in Caps' win against Winnipeg
By Katie Carrera
John Erskine comes up big in the Capitals' 5-3 win over the Jets by playing goalie.

By Katie Carrera  |  07:21 AM ET, 04/24/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Caps-Jets, Jason Chimera, John Erskine, Matt Hendricks

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 01:32 PM ET, 04/21/2013

Braden Holtby comes to his own defense in Montreal
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby discusses defending himself against opponents intentionally trying to run him in his crease.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:32 PM ET, 04/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Habs

Posted at 01:15 PM ET, 04/20/2013

Braden Holtby to make fifth consecutive start
By Katie Carrera
Notes from the Capitals morning skate.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:15 PM ET, 04/20/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Habs, Line combinations

Posted at 11:12 AM ET, 04/19/2013

Braden Holtby not dwelling on puck-handling blunder
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby made a rare puck-handling mistake in the second period Thursday that led to the Senators' game-winning goal.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:12 AM ET, 04/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Sens

Posted at 09:31 AM ET, 04/19/2013

Capitals 'sloppy' against Senators
By Katie Carrera
It's been a few weeks since the Capitals looked out of sorts for much of a game, but they must ensure that their 'sloppy' play was just a one-game blip.

By Katie Carrera  |  09:31 AM ET, 04/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Caps-Sens, Mike Green

Posted at 11:20 AM ET, 04/17/2013

Caps believe Jay McClement should have been penalized for hit on Nicklas Backstrom
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals thought there should have been a penalty on Jay McClement's hit that sent Nicklas Backstrom into the boards in the first period Tuesday night.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:20 AM ET, 04/17/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Alex Ovechkin, Braden Holtby, Caps-Leafs, Jay McClement, Nicklas Backstrom, Steve Oleksy, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 12:37 AM ET, 04/12/2013

Braden Holtby recovers from shaky start, finishes with 43 saves in win over Hurricanes
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby was a little out of sorts at the start of Thursday's game against Carolina but recovered to finish with a career-high saves in a regular season games en route to a 3-1 win.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:37 AM ET, 04/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Canes, Mike Green, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 12:51 PM ET, 04/11/2013

Braden Holtby back in net vs. Carolina for 29th start of season
By Katie Carrera
Rest is all well and good but Braden Holtby would rather be in the Capitals net. He'll be back there Thursday night with a start against the Carolina Hurricanes.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:51 PM ET, 04/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Canes, Goalies, Michal Neuvirth

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 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 11:22 AM ET, 04/05/2013

Braden Holtby stellar with 35-save outing against Islanders
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby stops 35 shots against the Islanders in his 10th consecutive start. The 23-year-old netminder has started 27 of Washington's 37games this season.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:22 AM ET, 04/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Brooks Laich, Caps-Isles, Goalies, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 12:30 PM ET, 04/01/2013

Capitals squander opportunity against Flyers, know more desperate games lie ahead
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals 5-4 overtime loss Sunday night not only cost them an extra point but also the ability to put some distance on them and the Flyers on the playoff bubble.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:30 PM ET, 04/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Flyers, Eastern Conference standings, Mike Green, Nicklas Backstrom, Troy Brouwer

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 12:40 PM ET, 03/31/2013

Michal Neuvirth not feeling well, Capitals recall Philipp Grubauer
By Katie Carrera
The Captials are guarding against the possibility that Michal Neuvirth suffered a concussion when he took a puck off the mask in Saturday's morning skate. They've called up Philipp Grubauer to back up Braden Holtby against the Flyers.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:40 PM ET, 03/31/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Flyers, Concussions, Goalies, Michal Neuvirth, Philipp Grubauer

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 01:22 PM ET, 03/30/2013

Braden Holtby to start, Jeff Schultz back in Capitals' lineup vs. Sabres
By Katie Carrera
Notes from the Capitals' morning skate in Buffalo.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:22 PM ET, 03/30/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Sabres, Jeff Schultz, Line combinations

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 12:39 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 01:04 PM ET, 03/23/2013

Braden Holtby unfazed by potential goaltender equipment changes
By Katie Carrera
The NHL's general managers endorsed the idea of reducing the size of goaltender equipment. While some netminders aren't pleased with the possibility, neither Holtby nor Caps associate goaltending coach Olie Kolzig minds the change.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:04 PM ET, 03/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Goalies, Olie Kolzig, Ondrej Pavelec

Posted at 12:45 AM ET, 03/23/2013

Capitals capture four points in Winnipeg, sweep back-to-back games against Jets
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals knew that a pair of wins in Winnipeg would go a long way to helping their playoff aspirations and came away with a clean sweep of the Jets in back-to-back games.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:45 AM ET, 03/23/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Brooks Laich, Caps-Jets

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 07:24 AM ET, 03/20/2013

More on the Capitals' missed power play opportunity
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals inability to score on a four-minute power play and Pittsburgh's strong penalty kill in the third period changed the course of Tuesday's game.

By Katie Carrera  |  07:24 AM ET, 03/20/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Pens, Dan Bylsma, Eric Fehr, Matt Niskanen, Sidney Crosby

Posted at 03:06 PM ET, 03/19/2013

Braden Holtby: Capitals 'haven't been even close to intense enough'
By Katie Carrera
Asked about the importance of Brooks Laich's return to the lineup, goaltender Braden Holtby said the Capitals haven't been intense enough this season and hopes that the utility forward can help spark them.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:06 PM ET, 03/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Brooks Laich, Caps-Pens, Matt Hendricks

Posted at 02:08 PM ET, 03/13/2013

Michal Neuvirth will start in net Thursday against Carolina
By Eric Detweiler
Adam Oates plans to start Michal Neuvirth in net on Thursday against the Hurricanes.

By Eric Detweiler  |  02:08 PM ET, 03/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Michal Neuvirth, Philipp Grubauer

Posted at 11:38 AM ET, 03/13/2013

One-timers: Carolina senses Capitals' struggles, trying to knock them out of division race
By Katie Carrera
The Hurricanes know they can all but eliminate Washington from the division race with another win Thursday and other notes following the Capitals' 4-0 loss.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:38 AM ET, 03/13/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Alexander Semin, Braden Holtby, Caps-Canes, Jeff Schultz, Karl Alzner, One timers

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 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 10:14 AM ET, 03/07/2013

Michal Neuvirth sick, Capitals recall Philipp Grubauer (updated)
By Katie Carrera
Michal Neuvirth is sick once again so the Capitals have recalled prospect Philipp Grubauer.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:14 AM ET, 03/07/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Call-ups, Caps-Panthers, Michal Neuvirth, Philipp Grubauer

Posted at 02:34 PM ET, 03/05/2013

Adam Oates: Steve Oleksy brings balance to Capitals defense
By Katie Carrera
Coach Adam Oates explains that Steve Oleksy will help bring balance to the Capitals' defense because he is a right-handed shot.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:34 PM ET, 03/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Bruins, Hershey Bears, Steven Oleksy

Posted at 08:39 AM ET, 03/05/2013

Capitals hope to 'hang' with Bruins
By Katie Carrera
Washington's focus is the test the Bruins pose at this stage in the season, not its playoff victory of nearly four months ago.

By Katie Carrera  |  08:39 AM ET, 03/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Bruins, Karl Alzner, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 09:21 PM ET, 03/02/2013

Holtby stays calm, lets the system do its work in shutout
By Katie Carrera
Holtby stays calm, lets the system do its work in shutout

By Katie Carrera  |  09:21 PM ET, 03/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Mike Ribeiro, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 03:10 PM ET, 02/28/2013

Philipp Grubauer's NHL debut a 'dream come true'
By Katie Carrera
The lone bright spot in the Capitals' loss at Philadelphia was the NHL debut of top goaltending prospect Philipp Grubauer.

By Katie Carrera  |  03:10 PM ET, 02/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Flyers, Philipp Grubauer

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 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 11:05 AM ET, 02/27/2013

Capitals recall Philipp Grubauer, Michal Neuvirth sick
By Katie Carrera
With Michal Neuvirth ill, the Capitals have recalled prospect Philipp Grubauer. He'll likely serve as Braden Holtby's backup against the Flyers.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:05 AM ET, 02/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Call-ups, Caps-Flyers, Michal Neuvirth, Philipp Grubauer

Posted at 12:06 AM ET, 02/27/2013

Braden Holtby records second shutout of the season in win over 'Canes
By Katie Carrera
The Capitals goaltender is on a roll. His second shutout of the season and an important save early on Alexander Semin helped Washington to a 3-0 win.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:06 AM ET, 02/27/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Canes, Joel Ward, John Carlson, Tom Poti

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

Braden Holtby agrees to two-year contract extension (updated)
By Katie Carrera
Caps ink Braden Holtby to a two-year, $3.7 million contract extension.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:02 PM ET, 02/25/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Contract extension

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 12:17 PM ET, 02/19/2013

Caps have a penalty problem
By Neil Greenberg
The Caps' high number of penalties indicates desperate and frantic play after system breakdowns.

By Neil Greenberg  |  12:17 PM ET, 02/19/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Jason Chimera, John Carlson, penalties, Statistical analysis

Posted at 12:02 AM ET, 02/15/2013

Braden Holtby, Capitals hang on for third straight win
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby had one of his strongest outings of the season until a few lapses cost him and the Capitals late. He's backstopped each victory during the three-game winning streak, though.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:02 AM ET, 02/15/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Lightning

Posted at 11:35 AM ET, 02/14/2013

Braden Holtby to make third consecutive start for Capitals (updated)
By Katie Carrera
News and notes from the Capitals morning skate in Tampa.

By Katie Carrera  |  11:35 AM ET, 02/14/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Lightning, Line combinations

Posted at 01:51 PM ET, 02/12/2013

Panthers looking for redemption against Caps
By Katie Carrera
Florida wants to make up for its dreadful performance on Saturday, aims to make it a tough night for Braden Holtby.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:51 PM ET, 02/12/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Panthers

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 12:28 AM ET, 02/10/2013

Braden Holtby records shutout, assist in Caps' win over Panthers
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby came through for the Caps with a strong performance and a fancy highlight-reel assist in the 5-0 win over the Panthers.

By Katie Carrera  |  12:28 AM ET, 02/10/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Panthers, Goaltenders, Mathieu Perreault, Troy Brouwer

Posted at 02:40 PM ET, 02/09/2013

George McPhee on Michal Neuvirth, Braden Holtby: 'They can both play better'
By Katie Carrera
General Manager George McPhee says the Capitals needs better performances from goaltenders Michal Neuvirth and Braden Holtby.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:40 PM ET, 02/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, George McPhee, Goaltenders, Michal Neuvirth

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 05:23 PM ET, 02/03/2013

Braden Holtby frustrated with performance in first game against Penguins
By Mark Giannotto
The Penguins scored their first five goals on just 14 shots Sunday and the 22-year-old goalie stopped just 20 of the 26 shots he faced.

By Mark Giannotto  |  05:23 PM ET, 02/03/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Pens, Goalies, Pittsburgh Penguins

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 11:35 AM ET, 02/01/2013

Braden Holtby will start vs. Flyers (updated)
By Mark Giannotto
The 22-year-old netminder will get his first start since Jan. 22.

By Mark Giannotto  |  11:35 AM ET, 02/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Brooks Laich, Jack Hillen, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 02:32 PM ET, 01/31/2013

Michal Neuvirth brings 'stability' to struggling Caps
By Katie Carrera
Goaltender Braden Holtby says Michal Neuvirth "deserves" to play and understands why the Capitals are rolling with the 24-year-old Czech.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:32 PM ET, 01/31/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Leafs, Goalies, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 02:04 PM ET, 01/30/2013

One-timers: Caps' strong start dampened by tough finish in Ottawa
By Katie Carrera
Notes and analysis from the Capitals loss to Ottawa.

By Katie Carrera  |  02:04 PM ET, 01/30/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Sens, Joel Ward, Mathieu Perreault, Matt Hendricks, Michal Neuvirth, One timers

Posted at 10:34 AM ET, 01/22/2013

Braden Holtby slated to start against Jets
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby will make his second straight start for the Caps.

By Katie Carrera  |  10:34 AM ET, 01/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Caps-Jets

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 01:06 PM ET, 12/06/2012

Braden Holtby's back in Washington, with Hershey Bears
By Katie Carrera
Braden Holtby is back in net at Verizon Center Thursday night as the Hershey Bears come to Washington for the AHL Showcase.

By Katie Carrera  |  01:06 PM ET, 12/06/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  AHL Showcase, Braden Holtby, Hershey Bears, NHL lockout

Posted at 04:18 PM ET, 10/11/2012

Braden Holtby feels ‘fortunate to be playing’ during NHL lockout
By Washington Post Sports Editors
With no end in sight to the labor dispute between owners and players, the young goalie is back with the AHL's Bears for the foreseeable future.

By Washington Post Sports Editors  |  04:18 PM ET, 10/11/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  AHL, Braden Holtby, Goalies, Hershey Bears, NHL lockout

Posted at 01:22 PM ET, 02/04/2010

Boudreau on Caps' streak: 'It hasn't sunk in or done anything'
By Tarik El-Bashir
Jose Theodore appears set to start tonight at MSG tonight as the Caps look to extend their franchise-record winning streak to 12 games. The veteran goalie has been a big part of the team's recent success, winning a career-best eight straight games while posting a 1.93 goals against average and...

By Tarik El-Bashir  |  01:22 PM ET, 02/04/2010 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Atlanta Thrashers, Braden Holtby, Bruce Boudreau, Jose Theodore, Mike Green, New York Rangers

Posted at 01:34 PM ET, 01/27/2010

Michal Neuvirth to start against Ducks
By Mark Giannotto
With goalie Jose Theodore sidelined, Michal Neuvirth, who stopped all 11 shots he faced in relief last night against the Islanders, will be between the pipes tonight against the Anaheim Ducks. In his last start against the Coyotes Saturday, Neuvirth stopped 28 of the 30 shots he faced in a...

By Mark Giannotto  |  01:34 PM ET, 01/27/2010 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Anaheim Ducks, Braden Holtby, Jose Theodore, Michal Neuvirth

Posted at 10:02 AM ET, 01/27/2010

Goalie update: Braden Holtby arrives at Kettler
By Mark Giannotto
Michal Neuvirth and Braden Holtby were two of the first players on the ice this morning here at Kettler. They're out there right now with Quintin Laing, Brian Pothier, John Erskine, Jeff Schultz and Tyler Sloan. Coach Bruce Boudreau followed them out shortly thereafter, telling me, "you're not gonna get...

By Mark Giannotto  |  10:02 AM ET, 01/27/2010 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Braden Holtby, Jose Theodore, Karl Alzner, Michal Neuvirth, Semyon Varlamov