Capitals Columns

Washington Capitals, after missing another opportunity, have issues to settle
OPINION | There’s no shame in the way the Capitals lost, but there shouldn’t be any satisfaction either.
 
Stanley Cup playoffs: Capitals lose series but gain an identity
(The Washington Post, May 12, 2012; 11:08 PM)
 
Washington Capitals Coach Dale Hunter may not be going anywhere, after all
(The Washington Post, May 11, 2012; 9:53 AM)
 
Washington Capitals’ changed attitude under Dale Hunter gives them a shot in 2012 Stanley Cup playoffs
(The Washington Post, May 5, 2012; 7:47 PM)
 
Washington Capitals’ overtime playoff losses can’t crush Woody’s spirit
(The Washington Post, May 3, 2012; 7:50 PM)
 
2012 NHL playoffs: For Washington Capitals, long night ends in disappointment
(The Washington Post, May 3, 2012; 12:47 AM)
 
For one glorious moment, it all came together for Washington’s sports teams
(The Washington Post, April 29, 2012; 6:58 PM)
 
2012 NHL playoffs: Capitals’ chance at Game 1 victory against Rangers vanishes in 90 seconds
(The Washington Post, April 28, 2012; 9:00 PM)
 
2012 Stanley Cup playoffs: Twitter venom after Joel Ward goal undermines what should have been milestone moment
(The Washington Post, April 27, 2012; 8:50 PM)
 
For Washington pro sports teams, the skies are clearing
(The Washington Post, April 26, 2012; 8:13 PM)
 
2012 Stanley Cup playoffs: Ted Leonsis’s summer is suddenly looking a lot more pleasant
(The Washington Post, April 26, 2012; 10:24 AM)
 
2012 Stanley Cup playoffs: Dale Hunter keeps his cool as Capitals advance
(The Washington Post, April 25, 2012; 11:51 PM)
 
Capitals, Bruins seek to be team with demon advantage
(The Washington Post, April 24, 2012; 5:33 PM)
 
Capitals fans, burned before, have been left scarred
(The Washington Post, April 23, 2012; 7:58 PM)
 
Washington Capitals, Boston Bruins have differing Game 7 histories
(The Washington Post, April 22, 2012; 9:12 PM)
 
NHL playoffs 2012: Boston Bruins were fortunate to force Game 7 against the Washington Capitals
(The Washington Post, April 22, 2012; 9:07 PM)
 
Mike Knuble turns back time for the Washington Capitals, as Braden Holtby grows up before our eyes
(The Washington Post, April 21, 2012; 6:43 PM)
 
NHL playoffs: Capitals may have Bruins right where they want them
(The Washington Post, April 20, 2012; 10:21 AM)
 
2012 NHL playoffs: Washington Capitals goalie Braden Holtby is making a name for himself
(The Washington Post, April 20, 2012; 12:18 AM)
 
2012 Stanley Cup playoffs: Capitals-Bruins series predictably gets chippy
(The Washington Post, April 17, 2012; 10:31 AM)
 
Caps vs. Bruins: Nicklas Backstrom deserves a spot in Game 4
(The Washington Post, April 16, 2012; 11:51 PM)
 
Capitals have a new attitude going into the NHL playoffs
(The Washington Post, April 11, 2012; 8:56 PM)
 
Washington Capitals have to fight their way into NHL playoffs. A good omen?
(The Washington Post, April 6, 2012; 2:40 PM)
 
Washington Capitals keep the faith in uneven season, and it pays off with NHL playoff berth
(The Washington Post, April 5, 2012; 11:31 PM)
 
Dale Hunter seems to lack any magic words for Washington Capitals
(The Washington Post, March 28, 2012; 2:15 PM)
 
Capitals shouldn’t panic, for this season or the future
(The Washington Post, March 7, 2012; 8:15 PM)
 
NHL trade deadline: For Capitals, no news might mean bad news
(The Washington Post, February 27, 2012; 7:30 PM)
 
Capitals have injuries, but their pain is becoming chronic
(The Washington Post, February 23, 2012; 8:22 PM)
 
George McPhee must do something big to turn Washington Capitals around
(The Washington Post, February 14, 2012; 2:16 PM)
 
Alex Ovechkin’s suspension was unfair; his reaction was uncool
(The Washington Post, January 25, 2012; 11:14 AM)
 
Washington sports in winter needs a spring thaw
(The Washington Post, January 10, 2012; 12:31 PM)
 
Caps collapse in third period of Game 3 loss to Lightning
(The Washington Post, May 3, 2011; 11:32 PM)
 
NHL playoffs 2011: Michal Neuvirth is the man of the moment for the Washington Capitals
(The Washington Post, April 24, 2011; 8:10 PM)
 
NHL playoffs: Capitals quiet raucous Madison Square Garden
(The Washington Post, April 20, 2011; 11:39 PM)
 
Capitals’ plan in NHL playoffs: Avoid a seven-game series at all costs
(The Washington Post, April 19, 2011; 10:55 PM)
 
Caps’ new plan faces growing pains with Game 3 loss to Rangers in New York
(The Washington Post, April 17, 2011; 9:10 PM)
 
Capitals remain disciplined in face off frustrating tactics by Sean Avery, Rangers in Game 2
(The Washington Post, April 16, 2011; 12:23 AM)
 
NHL playoffs: Capitals survive Rangers in battle of the goalies
(The Washington Post, April 13, 2011; 11:25 PM)
 
Caps’ homecoming: No floats, and no reason to gloat after loss to Hurricanes
(The Washington Post, March 29, 2011; 11:34 PM)
 
Vancouver Canucks’ position feels familiar to Washington Capitals
(The Washington Post, February 26, 2011; 11:25 AM)
 
Capitals’ Michal Neuvirth settles a score in shutout of Penguins
(The Washington Post, February 7, 2011; 9:00 AM)
 
To find what’s missing, do the Capitals need look inside or out?
(The Washington Post, February 2, 2011; 6:54 PM)
 
NHL All-Star Game captains have choice roles this year
(The Washington Post, January 27, 2011; 11:10 AM)