Jimmy Vesey scores 2, Rangers rally for win over Capitals
New York rookie Jimmy Vesey says he’s getting more comfortable. The same can’t be said of defenses that face the Rangers.
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Alex Ovechkin nets game-winner to lift Capitals over Panthers
Alex Ovechkin scored the game-winning goal midway through the third period to lift the Washington Capitals over the Florida Panthers 4-2 on Thursday night.
Grubauer records first career shutout in Capitals’ 3-0 win over Avalanche
It was a night the started with a tribute to goaltender Braden Holtby, the 2015-16 Vezina Trophy winner and recent winner of his 150th win. But the night ended with a celebration of a different goaltender, backup Philipp Grubauer, who recorded his first career shutout in the Washington Capitals’ 3-0 win over the Colorado Avalanche.
Alex Ovechkin, T.J. Oshie score as Capitals hand Avalanche first loss
Oshie scored twice and Ovechkin got his first goal of the season on the power play in a 3-0 victory Tuesday night over the tired Colorado Avalanche.
Nate Schmidt is adding offense to his game
At the cusp of his fourth professional season of hockey, Washington Capitals defenseman Nate Schmidt has been asked to develop a new wrinkle to his game.
Brett Connolly set to make Capitals debut, Philipp Grubauer to get first start
Brett Connolly was scratched for the first two games of the season, but the 24-year-old forward will make his Washington Capitals debut against the Colorado Avalanche.
Caps aren’t worried about lack of power play production — yet
Through the first two games of the season, the Washington Capitals’ power play, normally among the top of the NHL class, has sputtered on every extra man opportunity of the season: the Caps are 0 for 8 through the first two games.
Penguins begin title defense with win over Capitals
Phil Kessel beat Braden Holtby in the fourth round of a shootout and the Pittsburgh Penguins began the defense of their Stanley Cup with a 3-2 victory over the Washington Capitals on Thursday night.
Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews becomes first ever with 4 goals in NHL debut
The No. 1 overall pick became the first player to score four goals in an NHL debut during the second period against the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night.
Lars Eller expected to add scoring punch to Capitals
After last season’s second-round playoff exit at the hands of the Pittsburgh Penguins, it was clear the Washington Capitals had to address the lack of scoring in their bottom six. Enter Lars Eller.
Coming off league-leading season, Holtby has simple goal: Do it again
In Washington Capitals goaltender Braden Holtby’s second season as the Capitals’ bonafide franchise goaltender, the 27-year-old rewarded those who trusted him with a record-setting 48-win season and a Vezina trophy as the NHL’s top goaltender.
Penguins star Sidney Crosby diagnosed with concussion
Pittsburgh superstar Sidney Crosby has been diagnosed with another concussion just days before an NHL season in which the Penguins are expected to make a strong run at repeating as Stanley Cup champion.
Uncertainty over Hurricane Matthew still affecting sports
Fear of the damage that powerful Hurricane Matthew may cause prompted two college football postponements Thursday, and had the NFL plotting just-in-case scenarios for games scheduled in Tampa and Miami this weekend.
Hurricane Matthew shaking up sports docket
Hurricane Matthew’s looming impact on Florida and the rest of the East Coast had basketball, hockey and football teams on edge Wednesday, with some colleges canceling or postponing games while the NFL held out hope the storm would veer off before a crowded slate of Sunday contests.
Connor McDavid named captain of Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers named Connor McDavid as the 15th captain in the history of their franchise.
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Former Canadiens coach Jacques Demers released from hospital
Former Montreal Canadiens coach Jacques Demers is back at home after going to a hospital Saturday.
Pearson gets goal, scores again in SO; Kings top Canucks
Tanner Pearson missed his spot on his shootout attempt. Luckily for him, so did Jacob Markstrom.
Perron has 3 goals, assist as Blues beat Flames 6-4
David Perron had nothing to show for his hard work during St. Louis' first five games of the season. That changed with a big night against Calgary.
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Jimmy Howard made 30 saves and Gustav Nyquist scored twice, helping the Detroit Red Wings beat the San Jose Sharks 3-0 on Saturday night.
Fiala, Arvidsson score 2 each as Predators beat Penguins 5-1
After losing three straight, the Nashville Predators got a balanced effort to get back on the winning track.
Bobrovsky stops 32 shots, Blue Jackets beat Stars 3-0
Sergei Bobrovsky was flawless as the last line of defense. The Columbus Blue Jackets goalie had plenty of help up front on Saturday night.
N. Dakota beats Bemidji St. 5-4 for sweep
After coming from two goals down to beat Bemidji State on Friday, North Dakota had to hang on to beat the Beavers on Saturday.
Blackhawks come back to top Leafs in shootout 5-4
The Blackhawks found themselves down two goals late in the third period before capitalizing on two mistakes by Toronto to force overtime and win in a shootout.
Vasilevskiy makes 27 saves, Lightning beat Senators 4-1
When the Tampa Bay Lightning arrived in Ottawa, they hadn't been pleased with their overall play this season. A strong performance against the Senators was definitely a step in the right direction.
Voracek scores twice, Flyers beat Hurricanes 6-3
Jakub Voracek and the Philadelphia Flyers rallied for a lead and piled on from there.
Price stops 19 shots in 2nd start, Canadiens beat Bruins 4-2
The Montreal Canadiens are already off to a strong start. It doesn't hurt that they have star goaltender Carey Price getting some early season rust off now, too.
Hall scores 29 seconds into OT, Devils beat Wild 2-1
New Jersey is bringing out the best in Taylor Hall, especially when it comes to game-winning goals.
Howard, Nyquist lead Red Wings over Sharks 3-0
Jimmy Howard and Gustav Nyquist may be rebounding after each disappointed in 2015-16.
Harper scores first two NHL goals to lift Panthers over Avs
Shane Harper waited a long time to score his first NHL goal. He liked the feeling so much, he scored a second one.
Devils dedicate statue to goaltender Martin Brodeur
The New Jersey Devils have dedicated a statue outside Prudential Arena to longtime goaltender Martin Brodeur.
Stars activate Ales Hemsky after injury during World Cup
The Dallas Stars have activated forward Ales Hemsky from the injured list after he sustained a groin injury during the World Cup of Hockey.
Former Canadiens coach Jacques Demers hospitalized
Former Montreal Canadiens coach Jacques Demers has been hospitalized.
Selanne, Jets top Oilers 6-5 in Heritage Classic alumni game
The Finnish Flash was back at in front of his loving Winnipeg Jets fans.
Oilers, Jets set for outdoor Heritage Classic in Winnipeg
Mathieu Perreault has helped teams win the only two NHL outdoor games he has played. The Winnipeg forward was asked if he might me a lucky charm for the Jets on Sunday in the Heritage Classic against the Edmonton Oilers.