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What Do the Capitals Do Now?

          It was heartbreaking. Depressing. Infuriating. Sad. In what should have been a close...

by: Mellin on: Monday, May 20, 2013 - 16:11
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Wayne Gretzky Thinks Alex Ovechkin Deserves The Hart.

The Hart Trophy will be decided upon soon and it seems like most of the votes will be going to Sidney Crosby and John Tavares. Crosby was lighting up...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 - 21:44
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Hockey Fan Confessions

It’s been almost a year since I’ve written a post about hockey. I feel like I had a falling out with a best friend, and we’ve only just started to...

by: Jenn on: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 - 19:36
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NHL Quick Hits and Rumors 4.30.13

NHL Quick Hits and Rumors- The Philadelphia Flyers tanked it this season, but that doesn't mean they're blowing anything up. GM Paul Holmgren said...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 - 08:15
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How Far Can The Washington Capitals Go In the Playoffs?

 The Washington Capitals are set to take on the New York Rangers in Round 1 of the NHL Playoffs. Game one is this Thursday at 7:30 at Verizon...

by: Mellin on: Monday, April 29, 2013 - 20:30
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Is Caps Head Coach Adam Oates Coach of the Year?

Is Adam Oates the Coach of the Year?The Washington Capitals clinched the Southeast Division tonight with a huge win against the Winnipeg Jets at...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, April 23, 2013 - 22:42
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Capitals Face Jets Tonight in MUST WIN GAME

Tonight may will be the biggest game of the season for the Washington Capitals as they face off against the Winnipeg Jets at 7:00pm at Verizon Center...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, April 23, 2013 - 08:35
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Boston Bruins Fans Make Themselves Heard

I've been sitting at my desk for a little over an hour trying to put into words how I feel about the events this passed week in Boston. I wanted to...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, April 18, 2013 - 13:10
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The National Anthem From Last Night's Bruins Game Will Give You Chills (VIDEO)

     'Merica! Love this country! Our thoughts and prayers are with the folks in Boston and Waco after the tragedies there...

by: Phil Gentile on: Thursday, April 18, 2013 - 08:20
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Does Capitals' Ovechkin Have Hart?

           Is Alex Ovechkin now a candidate for the Hart Trophy?If you told me after the first...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, April 10, 2013 - 15:38
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Worth It? Capitals get Erat for Forsberg

The Washington Capitals came into today's trade deadline knowing they wanted to make a push to for the playoffs. Currently sitting in 10th place in...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, April 3, 2013 - 21:33
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NHL Trade Deadline Recap

NHL Trade Deadline RecapThere was a flurry of activity in the last two hours of the NHL trade Deadline as teams were scrambling to fill roster spots...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, April 3, 2013 - 19:50
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2013 NHL Trade Deadline Is Here!

It's the 11th hour and there is still much to do today for some teams around the NHL. The deadline ends at 3pm.Ryan Clowe was traded to the New York...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, April 3, 2013 - 07:31
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2013 NHL Trade Deadline Eve!

We're on the eve of the NHL Trade Deadline and already things have been pretty spicy. The Pittsburgh Penguins have made the biggest splash so...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, April 2, 2013 - 06:20
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NHL Trade Rumors 3.29.13

Trade Rumor UpdateLots of interesting things going on around the league as we approach the last weekend before the April 3rd deadline. - Ryan...

by: Mellin on: Friday, March 29, 2013 - 14:06
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What Will Happen to Mike Ribeiro?

Mike Ribeiro isn't thinking about where he'll be April 3rd: “I can put things in different places at the right time. I don’t think about it before...

by: Mellin on: Friday, March 29, 2013 - 13:07
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Jarome Iginla Traded

"IGGY! IGGY! IGGY!" is all you could hear at the Saddledome in Calgary last night as the Flames hosted the Colorado Avalanche. The fans knew as soon...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, March 28, 2013 - 13:17
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NHL TRADES AND RUMORS 3.25.13

 NHL Trades, Rumors and Quick Hits- Brendan Morrow has waived his no-trade-clause and accepted a trade that would send him to the Pittsburgh...

by: Mellin on: Monday, March 25, 2013 - 07:17
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NHL Quick Hits and Trade Rumors 3.21.13

NHL Quick Hits and Rumors- The NHL and NHLPA will be polling players about the use of visors. If the majority of players vote in favor of them, then...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, March 21, 2013 - 09:07
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The Downfall of ESPN

       (photo via)Welcome to Pierzy Week! Former IHJJR contributor Christopher Pierznik’s debut novel,...

by: Pierzy on: Friday, March 15, 2013 - 09:19
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NHL Realignment Is A Go!

 Re-Alignment is upon us. The NHL has officially made realignment a go. The NHL Board of Governors approved the four-division plan and it...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 16:22
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NHL TRADE RUMORS 3.12.13

NHL Trade Rumors UpdateWe're about a month away from the trade deadline and the rumors are heating up. I've pulled my information from many different...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, March 12, 2013 - 15:02
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Blackhawks Lose - Streak Ends at 30-0-3

The streak is over. The Colorado Avalanche have defeated the Chicago Blackhawks tonight 6-2 and ended the Blackhawks 30 regular season game...

by: Mellin on: Saturday, March 9, 2013 - 01:00
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The NHL Visor Debate Rages On

Should visors be mandatory in the NHL?Following the gruesome and scary video of Marc Staal taking a slap shot directly in the eye, the debate over...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, March 7, 2013 - 10:36
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Has Ovechkin Lost Interest In The Game?

Has Ovechkin completely lost interest in the game? Mike Milbury made his feelings known about Alex Ovechkin during the Flyers/Capitals game last...

by: Mellin on: Monday, March 4, 2013 - 14:30
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NHL Quick Hits and Trade Rumors 2.28.13

 NHL Quick Hits and Rumors- The Calgary Flames made a stink last night making an offer to Colorado Avalanche holdout Ryan O'Reilly. O'Reilly...

by: Mellin on: Friday, March 1, 2013 - 02:36
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NHL Update: QUICK HITS AND RUMORS - 2.27.13

NHL Quick Hits and Rumors- The Dallas Stars and Montreal Canadiens have started Trade Season off on the right foot. Erik Cole was traded to Dallas in...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 - 13:38
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NHL Mid-Season Awards

 As we approach the 20 game mark in the NHL's shortened season, I'm taking a look at the candidates for each major award at this point in the...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - 09:17
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Mellin's 2014 Team USA Hockey Roster Prediction

With the NHL and NHLPA still talking about the NHL's participation in the upcoming 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, I was wondering, if the NHL were to...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, February 21, 2013 - 10:56
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NHL Update: QUICK HITS FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE 2.18.13

NHL Quick Hits and Rumors from around the league. I'm still on the mend, but getting better. I've had a my arm in a sling for a few days now and...

by: Mellin on: Monday, February 18, 2013 - 14:44
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NHL Update: QUICK HITS AND RUMORS - 2.15.13

         I'm sorry for not posting anything in a few days. I've been really sick with a flu and I also...

by: Mellin on: Saturday, February 16, 2013 - 02:47
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NHL Update: QUICK HITS AND RUMORS FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE

 NHL Quick Hits and Trade Rumors- The Boston Bruins have finally cut ties with goaltender Tim Thomas. Thomas' contract was traded last night to...

by: Mellin on: Friday, February 8, 2013 - 00:24
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NHL: Vancouver and Washington Talking Trade?

Are the Caps the Mystery Team that Vancouver GM Mike Gillies talked about a couple weeks ago?The Saturday matinee game between the Washington...

by: Mellin on: Monday, February 4, 2013 - 16:01
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What is Wrong With the Washington Capitals?

What is wrong with the Washington Capitals?Last nights game against the Ottawa Senators could have been a turning point for the Washington Capitals....

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - 15:32
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NHL Update: QUICK HITS AND RUMORS FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE

NHL Quick Hits and Rumors- Roberto Luongo will still be traded - it's just a matter of when. The Toronto Maple Leafs are still a front-runner to land...

by: Mellin on: Monday, January 28, 2013 - 12:25
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NHL: A "Losers Bracket" Playoffs?

Playoff Scenario for non-Playoff Teams?There are 30 teams in the NHL and 16 of those teams make it to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The other 16 are...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 - 14:57
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NHL Opening Weekend - Quick Hits

NHL Opening Weekend The NHL is back and this weekend proved that this league can survive yet another set back as fans jammed the rinks to watch...

by: Mellin on: Monday, January 21, 2013 - 12:01
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NHL Season Preview: The Southeast Division

NHL Season PreviewThe Southeast Division1. Florida PanthersSubtractions: Jason Garrison, Krys Barch, Mikael Samuelsson, Bracken Kearns, Wojtek Wolski...

by: Mellin on: Saturday, January 19, 2013 - 12:33
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NHL Season Preview: The Pacific Division

NHL Season PreviewThe Pacific Division1. Phoenix CoyotesSubtractions: Ray Whitney, Gilbert Brule, Taylor Pratt, Adrian Aucoin, Michal Rosival,...

by: Mellin on: Friday, January 18, 2013 - 11:11
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NHL Update: QUICK HITS AND RUMORS FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE

NHL Quick Hits and RUMORS-The Toronto Maples Leafs are dumping salaries. Yesterday they traded Matthew Lombardi to the Phoenix Coyotes in exchange...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, January 17, 2013 - 14:01
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NHL Season Preview: The Northwest Division

NHL Season PreviewThe Northwest Division1. CalgarySubtractions: Olli Jokinen, Scott Hannan, Tom Kostopoulos, David Moss, Additions: Dennis...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, January 17, 2013 - 13:26
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NHL Season Preview: The Northeast Division

 The Northeast Division1. Boston BruinsSubtractions: Tim Thomas, Andrew Bodnarchuk, Joe Corvo, Benoit Pouliot, Greg ZanonAdditions: Garnet...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 - 09:48
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NHL Update: QUICK HITS FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE

Some Quick Hits from Around the League-Congrats to Claude Giroux on being named captain of the Philadelphia Flyers. -The new accelerated...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 - 22:38
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NHL Season Preview: The Central Division

 NHL Season PreviewThe Central Division1. Chicago BlackhawksSubtractions: Sami LepistoAdditions: Sheldon BrookbankThe Blackhawks are three years...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 - 07:44
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NHL Season Preview: The Atlantic Division

        Here it is. Part one of my 2013 NHL Season Preview. I've done one before, so bear with me as I get my...

by: Mellin on: Monday, January 14, 2013 - 12:46
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NHL Quick Hits and Trade Rumors

Some News and Notes From Around the League-KHL League President Alex Medvedev has said that he is planning a trip in February for North America, most...

by: Mellin on: Monday, January 14, 2013 - 10:14
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NHL Releases 48 Game Schedule

 This is it!The NHL has released their 48 game schedule. The seasons starts on Saturday, January 19th!13 games will be played on Saturday to...

by: Mellin on: Sunday, January 13, 2013 - 09:44
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NHL Update: QUICK HITS AND RUMORS FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE

 Some quick hits from around the league.- The NHL Board of Governors voted on and approved the CBA on Wednesday, now it's up to the players to...

by: Mellin on: Friday, January 11, 2013 - 09:35
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NHL and NHLPA To Vote On CBA Today

Here's a quick heads up on what to expect in the next few hours regarding the state of the NHL season.Both the NHL and NHLPA have to vote in favor of...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, January 9, 2013 - 12:45
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The NHL Takes To The Ice

 A league-wide memo circulated sometime yesterday telling players to report to training camp and get themselves ready for the start of the...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, January 8, 2013 - 09:24
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NHL: A lot Needs to Happen Before...

The ink isn't even on the new CBA yet, but I am jazzed about the upcoming, yet shortened season. The lockout was unfortunate and fans everywhere are...

by: Mellin on: Monday, January 7, 2013 - 09:35
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NHL Update: Quick Hits From Around The League

 Some Quick Hits from around the League that you may find interesting. If the NHL has a 50 game schedule the layout will be:5 vs division...

by: Mellin on: Sunday, January 6, 2013 - 17:05
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The NHL IS BACK!!

 113 Days. 510 Regular Season Games. The All-Star Game. The Winter Classic. That's what the fans have been robbed of this season with the...

by: Mellin on: Sunday, January 6, 2013 - 15:11
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NHL: Negotiations Take A Step Back and Hershey Comes to Town.

NHLPA Executive Director Donald Fehr told reporters yesterday that was movement in the negotiations and that a deal could be made in 'near time'. An...

by: Mellin on: Friday, December 7, 2012 - 09:19
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NHL: Is There Hope For 70 Games?

 There is hope.The NHL and NHLPA met for several hours on Saturday at a secret location to resume talks towards a new CBA. This is the first...

by: Mellin on: Monday, November 5, 2012 - 09:28
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THE NHL CANCELS WINTER CLASSIC

 The Winter Classic, the NHL's showcase game played on New Year's Day, has been cancelled by the league. This afternoon, the NHL used its last,...

by: Mellin on: Friday, November 2, 2012 - 15:12
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The NHL Cancels More Of The Season

From the NHL:"The National Hockey League announced today the cancellation of the 2012-13 regular-season schedule through November 1. A total of 135...

by: Mellin on: Saturday, October 20, 2012 - 07:58
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NHL: Will the Players Accept? I Doubt It...

 Details of the proposal brought forth by the NHL on Tuesday have been released, and what seemed like a 'home-run' for a full 82-game season now...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, October 18, 2012 - 09:26
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NHL: Is The Lockout Over?

 November 2. That's the deadline the NHL has given the NHLPA under its new CBA proposal offered this afternoon.  If the NHLPA accepts...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - 20:53
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NHL Cancels First Two Weeks

 As you well may know, the NHL has cancelled the first two weeks of the regular season due to the NHL and NHLPA's lack of progress in the CBA...

by: Mellin on: Friday, October 5, 2012 - 10:21
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Ovechkin Jumps Ship. Signs in KHL $$$$$

 Alex Ovechkin has struck a deal with Moscow Dynamo of the KHL. As of today, Ovie is practicing with his new team after signing a deal worth...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, September 19, 2012 - 11:47
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A History of Hockey in Baltimore: Part Two

 A History of Hockey in Baltimore: Part 2The World Hockey Association was a rival professional hockey league from 1972-1979. It was the first...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 - 21:34
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A History of Hockey in Baltimore: Part One

 A history of hockey in Baltimore.  Part 1.On September 26, the Washington Capitals were set to host the Columbus Blue Jackets at the First...

by: Mellin on: Monday, September 17, 2012 - 19:14
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NHL Lockout

 The following message to fans was issued by the National Hockey League on Sunday:"Despite the expiration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement...

by: Mellin on: Sunday, September 16, 2012 - 20:35
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John Carlson Re-signs with Caps

 John Carlson has finally signed with the Washington Capitals on the eve of the lockout which is set to start at 12:00am on Sunday morning...

by: Mellin on: Saturday, September 15, 2012 - 11:59
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NHL: 10 Things to Look Forward to in '12-'13

 NHL:  Ten Things to Look Foward to in 2012-131. A season. The CBA, as of today, is still not close to be completed. A lockout is going to...

by: Mellin on: Monday, September 10, 2012 - 12:19
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NHL Update: Ovechkin Bald, the Summit Series, and other Quick Hits

 Quick Hits- Ovechkin made an appearance today at Kettler Ice Plex with Backstrom, Orlov, Johansson, Ribeiro and a few other players to take...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, September 4, 2012 - 21:44
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NHL Update: Are Players Ready To Jump Ship?

During Tuesday's meeting between the NHL and NHLPA, the League and Owners presented their counter-proposal to the players. NHL Commissioner Gary...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, August 30, 2012 - 08:59
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NHL Update - Will There Be a Lockout?

The NHLPA will submit their counter-proposal to the NHL and team owners first thing on Tuesday morning to kick off two weeks of negotiations in...

by: Mellin on: Monday, August 13, 2012 - 10:24
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NHL Today - Caps :All Quiet on the Eastern Front

 The Washington Capitals have been rather quiet in the last few weeks of this summer. They shot out of the cannon on Draft Day by acquiring...

by: Mellin on: Monday, August 6, 2012 - 12:05
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Alex Semin May or May Not Rock You Like A Hurricane

The mystery surrounding Alex Semin's future in the NHL finally came to end last Thursday when he signed a one year, $7M contract with the Carolina...

by: Mellin on: Monday, July 30, 2012 - 08:34
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Quick Hits from around the League.

Around the league.-Tim Hunter has been named the Washington Capitals Assistant Coach. He'll join fellow Assistant Coach Calle Johansson and Head...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, July 24, 2012 - 12:28
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The Rick Nash Saga is Over!

 After months of speculation and lots and lots and lots and lots and lots of waiting, Rick Nash has finally been traded. In a five player deal...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, July 24, 2012 - 11:43
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NHL Strikes First in CBA Negotiations.

 The NHL and the NHLPA have, since the end of the 2012 season, been meeting to discuss the future of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, July 18, 2012 - 22:45
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Caps Name Calle Johansson Assistant Coach

 Calle Johansson has been named the assistant coach of the Washington Capitals. Johansson, a native of Goteberg, Sweden played 1,109 games in...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, July 18, 2012 - 13:42
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Caps re-sign Green, 3 Years, $18.25M. Carlson Next?

 On Monday, the Washington Capitals announced the re-signing of Mike Green to a 3 year deal worth $18.25M, with a cap hit of $6M the first two...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, July 17, 2012 - 10:19
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Oh Alex Semin. How I Love/Hate Thee.

Oh Alex Semin. How I Love/Hate Thee. He is on the verge of possibly signing with the Pittsburg Penguins. As if his departure from the Washington...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 21:50
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'Doan-Watch' is Under Way

Where is Shane Doan going? Shane Doan's name has generated a lot of buzz in the hockey world in the last few weeks. For 17 years, Doan has been a...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - 14:58
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NHL Rumor Update - July 6, 2012 - Who's Left?

Who's left? With Parise and Suter now with the Wild, the focus will shift to the remaining free agents, the top non-free agent players available for...

by: Mellin on: Friday, July 6, 2012 - 09:38
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Quick Hits - Recap for First Week of NHL Free Agency

Sorry I was away from my computer this week. A quick recap: The first week of NHL Free Agency is coming to a close. Here's a rundown on what happened...

by: Mellin on: Friday, July 6, 2012 - 07:48
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Crosby Signs Monster Deal worth $104.4M Over 10 Years and more!

Sidney Crosby has just signed a 12 year deal worth $104m, with an $8.7m cap hit per season, with the Pittsburg Penguins. The deal will be announced...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, June 28, 2012 - 12:55
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Can Ovie Return to Greatness?

Yesterday, the Washington Capitals announced that Adam Oates will be the 16th head coach in the teams history. Oates played 19 season in the NHL...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - 11:03
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NHL Rumor Update - June 27, 2012

NHL Rumor Update - June 27, 2012 Nothing really new to report on the rumor front. The usual suspects are still be said to go here and there and...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 - 09:49
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Welcome Back Adam Oates - Caps Name Head Coach

Adam Oates has been named the Washington Capitals head coach. For the past two years, Oates, was assistant coach for the New Jersey Devils and went...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 - 13:31
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Welcome Back Adam Oates - Caps Name Head Coach

Adam Oates has been named the Washington Capitals head coach. For the past two years, Oates, was assistant coach for the New Jersey Devils and went...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 - 13:30
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Quick Hits - Caps Nab Ribeiro, Staal to the Canes, NHL Draft

The first round of the NHL Draft is over. Nail Yakapov was selected first overall by the Edmonton Oilers, who, under much speclulation, decided to...

by: Mellin on: Saturday, June 23, 2012 - 07:24
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The Awkwardness of the NHL Awards and the List of Nominees.

 The uncomfortableness of the NHL Awards Show is almost upon us. Wednesday night, the NHL will take to Vegas to showcase its most marketable...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - 11:47
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June 16, 2012 - NHL Rumor Update

NHL Rumor Update Lots of rumors running through the league right now. Zach Parise - Toronto seems to be leaning more towards Parise than Nash at the...

by: Mellin on: Saturday, June 16, 2012 - 07:16
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June 14, 2012 - NHL Trade Rumor Update

  June 14, 2012 NHL Rumor UpdateWe're about a week away from the NHL Entry Draft and here a are few rumblings around the league: Jay...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, June 14, 2012 - 12:11
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The NHL Waiting Game

Last night was a bittersweet moment for hockey fans; it's the night fans wait all season for, yet don't want to see happen: the raising of the...

by: Jenn on: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 - 10:10
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June 11, 2012 - NHL Trade Rumor

It's the most wonderful time of the year! With the trade today of Brad Stuart to San Jose from the Detroit Red Wings, other rumors are starting to...

by: Mellin on: Monday, June 11, 2012 - 11:54
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You Can Keep Your Football, I Have My Hockey

I hate football. There I said it. Now grab your pitchfork and torches and come get me. Tell me how stupid I am. Tell me how misguided and unAmerican...

by: Mellin on: Thursday, June 7, 2012 - 09:10
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So Long Blow-Koun.

Tomas Vokoun has signed with the Pittsburg Penguins for a 2 year, $4m deal to ride the pine behind Marc-Andre Fleury. The Washington Capitals traded...

by: Mellin on: Monday, June 4, 2012 - 15:41
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Nicklas Lidstrom - Class on Ice

 Nicklas Lidstrom has announced his retirement from the NHL after 20 years. The 7-time Norris Trophy winner as top defenseman in the league and...

by: Mellin on: Sunday, June 3, 2012 - 14:48
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Why the Wait? Stanley Cup Finally Underway

The Stanley Cup Finals between the LA Kings and the NJ Devils finally gets underway tonight, but why did we have to wait so long? The league decided...

by: Jenn on: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 - 14:14
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Is Sasha's Time Finally Up?

Sasha's almost gone! Alex Semin is the big question mark this off season in the NHL. His agent, Mark Gandler, has recently come out to ESPN saying...

by: Mellin on: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - 13:58
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Happy Trails Dale Hunter!

 Dale Hunter has left the building.  Dale Hunter has decided to leave the Washington Capitals after just 6 months on the job, going 30-23-...

by: Mellin on: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 - 19:21
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Caps Win Game 7 in Beantown!

    Hey folks, it's been awhile, but like Jordan wearing the #45, I'm baaaaackkk. Back and ready to talk a little hockey, specifically the...

by: Anonymous on: Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 15:18
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Win or Go Home: Game 7

As the first round of the NHL playoffs is coming to a close, I can't help but think how much I will miss it. There's no way the second round could...

by: Jenn on: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - 08:57
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The Stanley Cup Playoff presented by Wringling Brothers

The playoffs have been anything but boring.  Even if you're not a hockey fan, the entertainment factor has been through the roof.  While...

by: Jenn on: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - 12:26
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The Worst Franchises In Sports

              I’m sick of hearing about success and dynasties. We all know who the greatest players and teams...

by: Pierzy on: Friday, April 13, 2012 - 11:28
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In Defense of Hockey

Hockey is so misunderstood.  When it comes to hockey, you either love the crap out of it or you loathe it. If you follow me on Twitter (which,...

by: Jenn on: Tuesday, February 7, 2012 - 17:43
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An NBA Fan’s Excitement for the Winter Classic

      Most NHL fans despise the NBA and root for its downfall. Most NBA fans simply dismiss and ignore the NHL. Each...

by: Pierzy on: Monday, December 5, 2011 - 12:32
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Question of the Week: Who has the best uniforms in sports?

  @Kurt1820 Best Uniforms: Seattle Seahawks, except those hideous green jerseys they wore last year @KetsFan Utah Jazz. The colors, logos,...

by: Phil Gentile on: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 - 21:31
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You need some hockey in your life

So I have to admit that I am pretty bummed that my Capitals aren't still contending in the 2010 NHL playoffs, but I do think its great that the...

by: Anonymous on: Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - 05:10

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