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Rasmus Andersson is the top NHL free agent on the open market this offseason.

NHL Free Agency Guide: Ranking the Best Players Available at Each Position

Karl Rasmussen

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Jun 30, 2026

Nov 27, 2023; New York, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) skates by New York Rangers forward Alexis Lafreniere (13) during the third period at Madison Square Garden.

NY Rangers Miss Out on Free Agent Target to Capitals

Kenneth Teape

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Jun 24, 2026

The Capitals have agreed to a sign-and-trade to acquire Alex Tuch from the Sabres.

Capitals to Acquire Alex Tuch in Sign-and-Trade With Sabres

Karl Rasmussen

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Jun 24, 2026

Gavin McKenna is the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL draft

Complete and Updated 2026 NHL Draft Order

Karl Rasmussen

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Jun 25, 2026

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Jan 20, 2025; Washington, DC, USA; Canadian retired professional hockey player Wayne Gretzky

1979 Wayne Gretzky Rookie Card Sets New Record Sale

Brendan Darr

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May 22, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) warms up before a game against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center.

12 NHL Players Appear As Superman and Clark Kent in Card Collaboration

Joaqin Valencerina

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Apr 28, 2026

Connor McDavid and the Oilers played the Kings in the first round of the NHL playoffs each year from 2022-25.

The NHL's Playoff Format Is Awful, and It Needs to Change—Here's How

Karl Rasmussen

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Apr 17, 2026

Alex Ovechkin addressed his future in the NHL during his Capitals exit interview after his 21st season in the league.

Not Done Yet? Alex Ovechkin Gives Strong Hint About Possible Return to Capitals for 22nd NHL Season

Karl Rasmussen

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Apr 16, 2026

Washington Capitals Alexander Ovechkin (8) poses for a photo with his wife Anastasia

Alex Ovechkin's Wife Anastasia Shares Sidney Crosby Photo Amid NHL Retirement Talk

Grant Young

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Apr 14, 2026

Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals have a slim chance of making the playoffs as fans around the NHL are waiting to see when he will hang up his skates.

If This Is Supposed to Be Farewell, Alex Ovechkin Refuses to Act Like It

Kristen Nelson

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Apr 11, 2026

Bet the Marlins as favorites against the Reds on Wednesday night.

Betting $100 Every Day for a Year: Day 94 (Picks for Reds-Marlins, Capitals-Maple Leafs, and More)

Iain MacMillan

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Apr 8, 2026

The Oilers and Sharks face off on Wednesday night.

Top Shelf Picks: NHL Best Bets Today (Predictions for Sabres-Rangers, Capitals-Maple Leafs, Oilers-Sharks)

Ryan Gilbert

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Apr 8, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Will Cuylle (50) fights with Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun (6) during the second period at Madison Square Garden.

NY Rangers Elicit Strong Emotional Reaction From Capitals in Blowout Win

Kenneth Teape

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Apr 7, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Washington Capitals goalie Charlie Lindgren (79) during the third period against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden.

NY Rangers Took Full Advantage of Capitals Goalie’s Rust

Kenneth Teape

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Apr 7, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Conor Sheary (43) celebrates his goal against the Washington Capitals with defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov (44) and left wing Tye Kartye (24) during the first period at Madison Square Garden.

NY Rangers Thriving in Eastern Conference Playoff Spoiler Role

Kenneth Teape

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Apr 6, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Adam Sykora (38) celebrates his goal with center Noah Laba (42) during the second period against the Washington Capitals at Madison Square Garden.

NY Rangers Remain Red Hot in Victory Against Washington Capitals

Nick Ziegler

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Apr 5, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad (93) celebrates after a 4-1 win against the Detroit Red Wings at Madison Square Garden.

Preview, How to Watch NY Rangers vs Washington Capitals

Nick Ziegler

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Apr 5, 2026

Jack Hughes has four goals in two games against the Rangers this season.

Best NHL Prop Bets and Anytime Goal Scorer Picks Today (Jack Hughes, Jakob Chychrun, Moritz Seider)

Ryan Gilbert

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Mar 31, 2026

Nikita Kucherov and the Lightning beat the Kraken 6-2 last week.

Top Shelf Picks: NHL Best Bets Today (Predictions for Kraken-Lightning, Sharks-Blues, Capitals-Mammoth)

Ryan Gilbert

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Mar 26, 2026

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