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Ryan Leonard is set to hit the 100-game mark in his young NHL career against the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night. Ahead of the milestone game, head coach Spencer Carbery remarked on how quickly Leonard has gone from an exciting young prospect to an established NHL player. To do so, he first reflected on the
Dallas assigned defenseman Trey Taylor to Texas after bringing back the 25-year-old, whom the New Jersey Devils claimed off waivers from the Stars on Sept. 27.
The November 10 sports guide packs a full day of action across the NBA, college football, NHL and WTA Finals. NBA fans can catch six games, kicking off with the Bucks at the Knicks (7:30 PM ET, MSG/My24) and ending with the Thunder vs. Trail Blazers (11 PM ET, Peacock). College football features Kent State at Bowling Green and Western Michigan at Akron (both 7 PM ET, ESPNU/CBS Sports Network). The NHL rolls out seven matchups, including Capitals‑Senators and Devils‑Jets at 7 PM ET, plus a 7:30 PM ET Panthers‑Blue Jackets stream on Hulu/ESPN+. The WTA Finals continue with round‑robin singles and doubles on the Tennis Channel. All games are available via regional networks and major streaming platforms.
The Washington Capitals have recalled veteran defender Justin Holl ahead of their two-game road trip this week. Holl returns to DC after the Capitals lost goaltender Rémi Poirier on waivers to the Dallas Stars, freeing up a roster spot. NEWS | The Washington Capitals have recalled defenseman Justin Holl from the Hershey Bears. #ALLCAPS | @Shift4
Poirer returns to the Stars, the team with which he began the year before he was claimed by the Devils in September.
Rémi Poirier is leaving the Washington Capitals organization just as fast as he joined it. Monday, the 25-year-old goaltender was claimed off waivers by the Dallas Stars. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman first reported the news. DAL claims Poirier, Soderblom clears https://t.co/PxSr24peJk — Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) November 9, 2026 The Capitals placed Poirier on waivers Sunday, intending
The Washington Capitals have brought back several nostalgic touches in Alex Ovechkin‘s final NHL season. The latest is a staple from the Capitals’ 2018 Stanley Cup championship run. Monday morning, on Spencer Carbery’s 45th birthday, Capitals players made the Jack Adams Trophy-winning coach do a “Hot Lap” [Editor’s note: It is capitalized because it is
Tom Wilson offered his perspective on the hit he threw that got him ejected from Saturday’s Capitals-Panthers game and left forward Sandis Vilmanis injured. The Capitals’ alternate captain was assessed a five-minute major for boarding and a game misconduct after sending Vilmanis hard into the boards during the first period of Washington’s 4-3 win over
There has been some speculation that the Flames will look to add a defenseman and that the Mammoth could use a goalie. Drew Doughty won't be traded and the Capitals want futures for Ivan Miroshnichenko.
There has been some speculation that the Flames will look to add a defenseman and that the Mammoth could use a goalie. Drew Doughty won't be traded and the Capitals want futures for Ivan Miroshnichenko.
The Devils sit newly‑acquired goalie Connor Hellebuyck for Tuesday’s game in Winnipeg despite his 4‑0 shutout of Toronto on Sunday, a move Coach Sheldon Keefe says protects the team’s chances against the Capitals later in the week. Hellebuyck posted 23 saves for his 350th career win, while Timo Meier scored twice in the same shutout, pushing New Jersey to a fifth straight victory (13‑5‑0). The decision draws criticism for its optics but prioritizes conditioning and win probability ahead of the crucial Thursday and Saturday matchups with Washington, who hold a three‑game lead in the Metro. Additional notes include Chicago waiving Arvid Soderblom and Cale Makar’s precautionary sit‑out for Colorado.
The New Jersey Devils sit on an eight‑point lead over division rival Washington but risk a swing if they lose two crucial games on Thursday and Saturday. General manager Sunny Mehta announced that star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will sit out Tuesday’s win‑less 4‑0 shutout of Toronto, citing conditioning and the need to preserve his health for the Capitals series. Hellebuyck boasts a .923 save percentage against Washington and a 5‑0‑0 record with the Devils, making him the logical choice for the high‑stakes matchups. Coach Sheldon Keefe stresses that resting him after three starts in six nights keeps him fresh for the pivotal back‑to‑back games that could decide the Metropolitan Division lead.
The Pittsburgh Penguins may trade veteran defenseman Erik Karlsson as they rebuild toward a younger roster, according to Elliotte Friedman. Karlsson, a three‑time Norris Trophy winner, is a pending UFA with 17 points in 17 games and a $11.5 M AAV (Penguins’ $10 M cap hit) expiring at season’s end. Dan Kingerski lists four playoff‑bound clubs that could fit his offensive style: Boston Bruins (13‑4‑1), Carolina Hurricanes (30 points), Tampa Bay Lightning (seeking one‑last Cup run alongside Victor Hedman), and Washington Capitals (boasting rookie Cole Hutson and Jakob Chychrun). All have cap space to retain part of Karlsson’s salary.
The Washington Capitals placed goaltender Rémi Poirier on waivers on Sunday, a week to the day after he joined the organization. After losing no. 3 goalie Clay Stevenson to waivers to start the season, the Capitals acquired Poirier from the New Jersey Devils via trade for a seventh-round pick. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman was first to
Tom Wilson will not receive any supplemental discipline for boarding Sandis Vilmanis during the Capitals’ 4-3 win over the Florida Panthers on Saturday. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the NHL’s Department of Player Safety has decided not to suspend Wilson for the hit that drew a five-minute major penalty and a game misconduct. Wilson was kicked out of
The NHL Department of Player Safety has opted not to impose supplemental discipline on Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson after his controversial boarding hit on Panthers defenseman Sandis Vilmanis. The hit, which sent Vilmanis face‑first into the boards on November 7, earned Wilson a five‑minute major and a game misconduct, but no further suspension despite his six‑career penalties. Capitals officials argue Vilmanis still possessed the puck and hadn’t turned his back, while freeze‑frame analysis suggests otherwise. Vilmanis required assistance off the ice, and the decision is sparking debate among league analysts.
The Florida Panthers kick off a three‑game road swing with a 4‑3 defeat at Washington, falling to the Capitals in a chaotic contest at Capital One Arena. A misplay by goalie Akira Schmid sparks the opening goal just 2:21 in, and despite strong showings from the Tkachuk brothers, the Panthers cannot overcome Washington’s late surge. Key moments include a missed board shot by Jack St. Ivany and a back‑and‑forth scoring rally that decides the game.
The Washington Capitals ended their homestand on a high note with a win over the Florida Panthers on Saturday. After falling behind early, the Caps fought back and took a two-goal lead in the third period that they never relinquished, beating the Panthers 4-3. Really great performance. The final score flatters Florida. The Capitals dominated
Andrew Cristall is finally off the schnide. The Washington Capitals‘ talented 2023 second-round pick scored his first goal of the 2026-27 season in the Hershey Bears’ 6-1 victory over the Springfield Thunderbirds on Saturday, snapping a season-opening 12-game goal drought. Cristall broke through 14:26 into the first period on a five-on-three power play. Veteran forward
Jordan Kyrou was without a goal song for the first 14 games of the season, but in Game 15 he finally locked in a choice. Kyrou, a Toronto native, picked Justin Bieber’s 2015 hit “What Do You Mean?” Bieber also hails from Toronto. The song was one of the biggest hits of Bieber’s career, becoming
Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson was ejected from Saturday’s game against the Florida Panthers after being assessed a five-minute major and game misconduct for boarding Panthers forward Sandis Vilmanis. After the Capitals’ 4-3 victory, both head coaches were asked for their perspectives on the hit, which forced Vilmanis out of the game. Florida’s Paul Maurice
The Chicago Blackhawks are actively searching for a scoring winger as their season stalls at a 4‑12‑1 record and a five‑game losing streak. GM Kyle Davidson, who earned a contract extension this summer, has yet to land a trade despite targeting “shoot‑first, big‑body” forwards. The team ranks 31st in goals per game and 32nd in shot attempts, prompting analyst Elliotte Friedman to say a roster move will likely precede any coaching change for Jeff Blashill. Potential targets include Flyers’ Owen Tippett and Capitals’ prospect Ivan Miroshnichenko, though both present contract challenges. With the quarter‑mark of the season looming, Chicago hopes a trade can spark the offense and give captain Connor Bedard the support he needs.
The Washington Capitals were fresh and rested for the Florida Panthers visit to DC. In the final game of their homestand, the Caps played their best game of the stretch – with one glaring exception. Jack St. Ivany, living his best life, scored his first NHL goal after a turnover by Florida goalie Akira Schmid.
Jack St. Ivany scored his first NHL goal in an unorthodox way against the Florida Panthers on Saturday. The Washington Capitals defender intercepted a clearing attempt by Panthers goaltender Akira Schmid and quickly flung a shot toward the net as Schmid scampered back into position. Instead of going directly on net, the puck, doing its
Wilson drilled the Florida defenseman from behind into the boards, resulting in a major penalty and a game misconduct.