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Dec 17, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Ryan Donato (8) scores a goal against Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (48) during the third period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Most Surprising NHL Goalies at Halfway Point

Nov 9, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Kirill Marchenko (86) looks to pass during the first period against the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images

Most Surprising NHL Players at Halfway Point

Jan 4, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill (33) celebrates with team mates after the Golden Knights defeated the Buffalo Sabres 3-1 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

NHL Power Rankings: Viva Las Vegas

Apr 11, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Boston College Eagles forward Ryan Leonard (9) looks on in the semifinals of the 2024 Frozen Four college ice hockey tournament against the Michigan Wolverines at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images

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The Bears celebrate a goal by Hendrix Lapierre (29) that gives them a 2-1 lead. The Hershey Bears hosted the Coachella Valley Firebirds Game 6 of the Calder Cup Finals at Giant Center on Monday June 24, 2024. The Bears defeated the Firebirds, 5-4 in OT to claim their 13th Calder Cup Championship and their second in a row.

Capitals AHL Affiliate Shatters Teddy Bear Toss Record

Aug 2, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; USA’s forward Teddy Stiga (9) sets up in front of Sweden's goaltender Melker Thelin (35) during the third period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

United States Repeats at 2025 WJC

Jan 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) scores a goal on New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick (32) in the third period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Chasing Another Goal Record

Aug 3, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; USA’s forward Cole Eiserman (38) controls the puck against Canada during the second period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

WJC Semifinals Preview and Prediction

Dec 28, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin (8) pursues the play against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Alex Ovechkin Continues Historic Chase Despite Capitals Loss

Aug 3, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; Finland's forward Jesse Kiiskinen (23) pulls the puck between his legs and scores a goal on Sweden's goaltender Marcus Gidlof (1) during the third period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

WJC Quarterfinals Preview and Predictions

Dec 31, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Steven Lorentz (18) celebrates after scoring a goal against the New York Islanders during the second period at the Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

NHL Power Rankings: Here Comes the Maple Leafs

Nov 9, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun (6) is congratulated by teammates after scoring against the St. Louis Blues during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Former First-Round Pick Thriving With Capitals

Dec 20, 2024; Buffalo, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) looks to deflect a shot on Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (1) during the first period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

NHL Lessons Learned: Luukk Be a Lady Tonight

Dec 28, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates with goalie Charlie Lindgren (79) at the bench after scoring against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Scores in Return

Nov 6, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) skates with the puck as Nashville Predators left wing Zachary L'Heureux (68) chases in the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Returns to Lineup

Nov 17, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) shoots against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Returns to Ice

Dec 22, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish (23) looks to pass the puck against the Utah Hockey Club at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images

Four NHL Players Who Could Use Change of Scenery

Dec 23, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck (37) and defenseman Colin Miller (6) and forward David Gustafsson (19) celebrate a win over the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

NHL Power Rankings: Jets Fly Into Holiday Break

Nov 30, 2024; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Washington Capitals center Hendrix Lapierre (29) moves the puck while New Jersey Devils defenseman Brett Pesce (22) defends during the first period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Salus-Imagn Images

Holiday Wish List: Metropolitan Division