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Washington Capitals
The Washington Capitals are an NHL team based in Washington, D.C., and compete in the Eastern Conference’s Metropolitan Division. Founded in 1974, the team struggled during its early years but gradually developed into a consistent playoff contender. The Capitals play their home games at Capital One Arena and are known for their red, navy blue, and white colours. They won their first Stanley Cup championship in 2018, defeating the Vegas Golden Knights in five games, with captain Alexander Ovechkin leading the team. Notable players in franchise history include Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom, Peter Bondra, John Carlson, and goaltender Braden Holtby.
Games played
5
2 W · 3 L
Win rate
40.0%
4 standings points
Goal differential
-9
18 GF · 27 GA
Shot differential
+14
136 for · 122 against
Recent Matches
5 total| Result | Matchup | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTW | Washington Capitals vs Vegas Golden Knights radecekq | 6–5 | 13 Oct 2026 |
| L | Washington Capitals vs Dallas Stars radecekq | 2–5 | 05 Oct 2026 |
| W | Washington Capitals vs Minnesota Wild Dinjosee | 3–2 | 29 Sep 2026 |
| L | Washington Capitals vs Colorado Avalanche VipeX | 4–8 | 24 Sep 2026 |
| L | Washington Capitals vs New York Rangers VipeX | 3–7 | 24 Sep 2026 |