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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 08:50 PM ET, 04/06/2013

Martin Erat injured against Panthers (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Trade deadline acquisition Martin Erat was injured in the first period at Florida Saturday night.

By Katie Carrera | 08:50 PM ET, 04/06/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Panthers, Injuries, Martin Erat

Posted at 06:31 PM ET, 04/06/2013

Open thread: Capitals at Panthers

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals visit the Panthers Saturday night

By Katie Carrera | 06:31 PM ET, 04/06/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Panthers, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 02:22 PM ET, 04/06/2013

Capitals can't let Brooks Laich's absence slow them down

By Katie Carrera

It's unclear how much time forward will miss with his latest lower-body injury but team knows it can’t dwell on his absence.

By Katie Carrera | 02:22 PM ET, 04/06/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Caps-Panthers, Injuries, Marcus Johansson, Mike Ribeiro, Nicklas Backstrom

Posted at 11:48 AM ET, 04/06/2013

Brooks Laich to miss Capitals' game at Panthers (updated)

By Katie Carrera

Brooks Laich, who left Thursday's game with an undisclosed injury, didn't make the trip to Florida and will miss Saturday's game against the Panthers.

By Katie Carrera | 11:48 AM ET, 04/06/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Caps-Panthers, Injuries, Line combinations

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 12:01 AM ET, 03/08/2013

Tyson Strachan may face suspension for hit on Jason Chimera

By Katie Carrera

Panthers defenseman Tyson Strachan will likely face a suspension for his blindside hit to the head of Jason Chimera. The Capitals' forward returned to the game after absorbing the late hit.

By Katie Carrera | 12:01 AM ET, 03/08/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Panthers, Jason Chimera, Tyson Strachan

Posted at 06:48 PM ET, 03/07/2013

Open thread: Capitals vs. Panthers

By Katie Carrera

Discuss the game as the Capitals host the Panthers.

By Katie Carrera | 06:48 PM ET, 03/07/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Panthers, Lineups, Open Thread

Posted at 12:44 PM ET, 03/07/2013

Capitals 'fighting against ourselves' to move up the standings

By Katie Carrera

Despite winning seven of their last 10 heading into tonight’s game, the Caps remain lodged in last place.

By Katie Carrera | 12:44 PM ET, 03/07/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Brooks Laich, Caps-Panthers, Line combinations

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 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 01:36 AM ET, 02/13/2013

More on the Capitals' comeback against Florida

By Katie Carrera

Check out some additional quotes and accounts of the goals that made up the Capitals' third-period rally against the Panthers Tuesday night.

By Katie Carrera | 01:36 AM ET, 02/13/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Alex Ovechkin, Caps-Panthers, Eric Fehr, Mike Ribeiro, Nicklas Backstrom, Troy Brouwer

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 12:41 PM ET, 02/12/2013

Capitals stick with same line combinations at Florida

By Katie Carrera

Capitals sticking with same lineup for rematch against Florida.

By Katie Carrera | 12:41 PM ET, 02/12/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Panthers, Line combinations

Posted at 11:25 AM ET, 02/12/2013

Mathieu Perreault looking to build off of strong outing against Panthers

By Katie Carrera

The Capitals center wants to keep up his strong play, even if he can't duplicate his two-point output every night, to secure a regular spot in the lineup.

By Katie Carrera | 11:25 AM ET, 02/12/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Tags: Caps-Panthers, Mathieu Perreault