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Caps host Rising Stars Academy for Black History Month
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin met with players and coaches of the Rising Stars Academy, part of the team’s celebration of Black History Month that includes a special jersey that has style and purpose. News4’s JP Finlay reports.
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Five players from 2018 Canada world junior team take leave of absence from their clubs
Five players from Canada’s 2018 world junior hockey team have taken a leave of absence from their current clubs amid a report that five members of that team have been asked to surrender to police to face sexual assault charges.
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Ovechkin hosts American Special Hockey Association clinic
While Alex Ovechkin is busy chasing history, he’s also putting smiles on the faces of a group of special needs youth hockey players. News4’s Gio Del Fa reports from MedStar Capitals Iceplex in Arlington.
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Capitals team up with PGCPS to introduce hockey to students
The Washington Capitals teamed up with Prince George’s County Public Schools to introduce hockey to its students and expand access to the sport. The intent is to provide skills on the ice and in the classroom. “They’re going to make a difference,” NHL Senior Director of Youth Hockey and Industry Growth Matt Herr said. “It’s going to help their...
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Capitals team with PGCPS to introduce hockey to students
The Washington Capitals are taking hockey to students in Prince George’s County. News4’s Dominique Moody explains how the team and school system are expanding access to the sport.
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Adam Johnson's UK team retires his jersey number after the player's skate-cut death
The English hockey team that American Adam Johnson played for has retired his No. 47 jersey as part of a memorial game in his honor.
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Man arrested for fatally slashing hockey player's neck with skate blade posts bail
A man who was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter in the death of American ice hockey player Adam Johnson, whose neck was cut by a skate during a game, has been released on bail.
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Nicklas Backstrom is taking a leave of absence from the Washington Capitals because of his hip
Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom is taking a leave of absence from the team because of what he called an “ongoing injury situation” after a slow start to the season on his artificial left hip. He said Wednesday that he needs to “determine my next steps and viable options moving forward.” Backstrom is Washington’s career leader in assists. He had...
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Police investigating death of former NHL player Adam Johnson from skate blade cut in England
Police are investigating the death of American hockey player Adam Johnson after his neck was cut by a skate blade in an English game.
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Ex-NHL player Adam Johnson dies after ‘freak accident' during game in England
American hockey player Adam Johnson died after his neck was cut by a skate blade during a game in England on Saturday, his team said.
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‘This or That' with Washington Capitals' T.J. Oshie
Washington Capitals’ T.J. Oshie plays a game of “This or That” with News4’s Melissa Mollet ahead of the upcoming hockey season.
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Caps' T.J. Oshie shares his game day rituals
Washington Capitals T.J. Oshie shared what he does to feel his best before hitting the ice with his teammates. News4’s Melissa Mollet spoke to the hockey player.
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How Caps' T.J. Oshie juggles hockey and dad duties
How does Capitals right-winger T.J. Oshie juggle his busy hockey schedule with his job as a family of four? News4’s Melissa Mollet interviews him.
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2023-24 NHL schedule key dates
The 2023-24 NHL season starts on Tuesday, Oct. 10. Here’s a look at key dates from the 2023-24 NHL schedule.
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Minnesota picks Taylor Heise 1st in the inaugural Professional Women's Hockey League draft
Taylor Heise, the 2022 women’s college hockey player of the year, was picked by the yet-to-be-named Minnesota franchise at No. 1 overall of the new PWHL draft on Monday.
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Professional Women's Hockey League unveils its Original 6, with teams based in Boston and New York
The newly established PWHL unveiled its Original Six franchises with franchises based in six NHL markets – three in the U.S. and three in Canada.
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New women's pro hockey league provides sneak peek on its 6 markets: 3 in U.S. and 3 in Canada
The PWHL is scheduled to formally announce its inaugural six franchises during a video conference call on Tuesday, three of which are in the U.S.
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Tim Tebow approved to co-own minor league hockey team in Lake Tahoe
The ECHL approved former NFL star Tim Tebow’s application to co-own a minor league hockey team based in Lake Tahoe.
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2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Bracket, Schedule, TV Channel, How to Watch
Here’s what you need to know about the 2023 Stanley Cup Final.
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‘Tremendous Asset': Spencer Carbery Hired as Capitals' Next Coach
The Washington Capitals have hired Spencer Carbery as their next coach, bringing back a favorite of the organization to fill the job he was envisioned to get years ago.