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Chris Patrick explains how John Carlson’s late-night trade to the Ducks went down and why it was as ‘respectful as possible’ Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick spoke to the media on Friday afternoon, shortly after the NHL trade deadline. The Capitals made…

Chris Patrick explains how John Carlson’s late-night trade to the Ducks went down and why it was as "respectful as possible" russianmachineneverbreaks.com/2026/03/06/c...

Teary-eyed Capitals grapple with John Carlson trade: ‘There’s certain guys in the locker room that are kind of the North Star’ ARLINGTON, VA -- Friday morning marked the end of an era in Washington. For 17 seasons, John Carlson had been a cornerstone…

Few players have John Carlson's history—or legacy—in Washington.

The trade that sent him to Anaheim signaled the end of a chapter, leaving a wound in the Caps' locker room.

“I never foresaw a Capitals game without John Carlson in it,” said Tom Wilson.

Capitals trade Graeme Clarke to Senators for Wyatt Bongiovanni in swap of minor-league forwards The Washington Capitals and Ottawa Senators got in a final trade ahead of the NHL's trade deadline on Friday. The Capitals acquired…

Capitals trade Graeme Clarke to Senators for Wyatt Bongiovanni in a swap of minor-league forwards

Capitals recall forward Ivan Miroshnichenko from AHL’s Hershey Bears Ivan Miroshnichenko is back in the NHL after the Washington Capitals recalled him from the AHL's Hershey Bears on Friday. Miroshnichenko joins…

Capitals recall forward Ivan Miroshnichenko from AHL's Hershey Bears

Capitals trade draft pick to Canucks for forward David Kampf The Washington Capitals have made another move at the 2026 trade deadline, acquiring forward David Kampf from the Vancouver Canucks. TSN's Darren…

The Capitals have acquired forward David Kampf from the Canucks for a sixth-round draft pick.

Timothy Liljegren traded to Capitals by Sharks The Washington Capitals acquired defenseman Timothy Liljegren in a trade deadline deal with the San Jose Sharks on Friday. The deal was…

The Capitals have acquired defenseman Timothy Liljegren from the San Jose Sharks.

Alex Ovechkin ‘in shock’ after John Carlson trade, calls it the toughest day of his career Alex Ovechkin is taking the trade of John Carlson hard. Friday, after the Washington Capitals held a full practice, Ovechkin spoke to…

Alex Ovechkin is "in shock" after the John Carlson trade, calling it the toughest day of his career.

“We’re very close, and it’s hard,” Ovechkin said. “It’s hard. But nothing I can say.” russianmachineneverbreaks.com/2026/03/06/a...

Must be so brutal for NHL GMs today, one of the most stressful days out of the 10-15 total days they have to work every year

NHL Trade Deadline day (live updates) Welcome to the 2026 NHL trade deadline. Teams have until 3 pm ET today to submit any trades for the rest of…

We're tracking all of the trades that go down before today's 3 pm deadline.

Jump in the comments throughout the day and follow along!

John Carlson was reportedly asleep, did not know Capitals had traded him until the morning The Washington Capitals pulled off one of the most significant trades in franchise history, dealing defenseman John Carlson to the Anaheim Ducks…

John Carlson was reportedly asleep, did not know Capitals had traded him until the morning russianmachineneverbreaks.com/2026/03/06/j...

Conor Garland traded to Columbus Blue Jackets for draft picks One of the first deals of Trade Deadline Day was a player the Washington Capitals were rumored to be targeting. Shortly after…

Conor Garland traded to Columbus Blue Jackets for draft picks russianmachineneverbreaks.com/2026/03/06/c...

John Carlson traded to Anaheim Ducks for draft picks The Washington Capitals traded star defenseman John Carlson to the Anaheim Ducks for a conditional first-round pick in either the 2026 NHL…

The Washington Capitals have traded John Carlson to the Anaheim Ducks for two draft picks.

Evgeni Malkin ejected from Penguins-Sabres game for slashing Rasmus Dahlin in the head Evgeni Malkin has likely earned himself a date with the NHL's Department of Player Safety. The 39-year-old center received a five-minute major…

Evgeni Malkin ejected from Penguins-Sabres game for slashing Rasmus Dahlin in the head

Capitals players distraught after Nic Dowd’s trade to Vegas: ‘What if we won against Utah? Would it have been different?’ ARLINGTON, VA -- The Washington Capitals left the rink on Thursday pondering the what-ifs. Players had gotten the news that morning that…

Nic Dowd's trade to the Vegas Golden Knights was a hard pill to swallow for the Capitals, who cherished his talents on and off the ice.

"What a privilege it was, to be able to take the ice with him," said Brandon Duhaime.

John Carlson is full participant in Capitals practice, remains listed as out ‘day-to-day’ with lower-body injury The Washington Capitals appear set to get back one of their most important players from injury. John Carlson was a full participant…

John Carlson is a full participant in Capitals practice, remains listed as out "day-to-day" with a lower-body injury

Washington Capitals release new Cherry Blossom jersey featuring team’s Capitol Dome logo The Washington Capitals released the latest iteration of their cherry blossom specialty jersey as peak bloom is set to arrive in the…

Washington Capitals release new Cherry Blossom jersey featuring team's Capitol Dome logo 🌸 russianmachineneverbreaks.com/2026/03/05/w...

Capitals organization has goaltending logjam after acquiring Jesper Vikman The Washington Capitals made headlines when they traded Nic Dowd to the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday morning. Dowd's departure was the…

The Capitals organization has a goaltending logjam after acquiring Jesper Vikman

Capitals reportedly trying to be both buyers and sellers heading into trade deadline The Washington Capitals made their first salvo ahead of Friday afternoon's NHL Trade Deadline, dealing longtime fourth-line center Nic Dowd to the…

Capitals reportedly trying to be both buyers and sellers heading into trade deadline russianmachineneverbreaks.com/2026/03/05/c...

Nic Dowd reportedly traded to Vegas Golden Knights by Washington Capitals The Washington Capitals have traded veteran center Nic Dowd to the Vegas Golden Knights. The news was first reported by The Fourth…

Nic Dowd has reportedly been traded to the Vegas Golden Knights by the Washington Capitals

Andrew Mangiapane traded by Edmonton Oilers to Chicago Blackhawks Andrew Mangiapane has a new home. Wednesday night, the Edmonton Oilers sent Mangiapane and a conditional 2027 first-round pick to the Chicago…

Andrew Mangiapane traded by the Edmonton Oilers to the Chicago Blackhawks

Capitals among several teams believed to have trade interest in Vancouver Canucks forward Conor Garland The Washington Capitals have had long-reported interest in adding to their forward group this season, and those rumors continue ahead of the…

Capitals among several teams believed to have trade interest in Vancouver Canucks forward Conor Garland

John Carlson reportedly not expecting to be dealt, extension talks to continue ‘well after trade deadline’ if he stays John Carlson‘s name may have entered the rumor mill, but the man himself doesn't think he's going anywhere before the NHL's trade…

John Carlson reportedly not expecting to be dealt, extension talks to continue "well after trade deadline" if he stays

Brandon Duhaime reportedly attracting interest ahead of trade deadline As the Washington Capitals approach the trade deadline on uncertain footing, several of their players are garnering attention from clubs looking to…

Brandon Duhaime could reportedly be a trade target ahead of Friday's deadline.

Aliaksei Protas gifts Capitals players customized eagle hats from brand made famous by Evgeni Malkin: ‘I think boys loved it’ Aliaksei Protas returned to his roots last month, attending a Hershey Bears game with his wife and young daughter at Giant Center.…

Aliaksei Protas gifts Capitals players customized eagle hats from brand made famous by Evgeni Malkin: "I think boys loved it" russianmachineneverbreaks.com/2026/03/04/a...

Ethan Frank signs two-year, $4 million contract extension with Capitals Ethen Frank is back in the fold through the 2027-28 season after the 28-year-old forward signed a two-year, $4 million contract extension…

Ethen Frank signs two-year, $4 million contract extension with Capitals russianmachineneverbreaks.com/2026/03/04/e...

WSH before the trade deadline

does this really look like a team that should be buyers at the trade deadline?

Late pressure not enough to revive a rough start against Mammoth: numbers for the morning after Mammoth at Capitals advanced stats breakdown. Chris Cerullo delivers Numbers for the Morning After, analyzing Expected Goals (xG), shot attempts (Corsi), ice time, and more.

Capitals can't battle back after a slow start against the Mammoth

Capitals playoff hopes take another big hit after loss to Mammoth, their final game before the trade deadline: ‘There’s a lot of things that are issues’ WASHINGTON, DC — The Washington Capitals knew what was at stake when they faced the Utah Mammoth on Tuesday. They entered the…

The Capitals' hopes of making the postseason are only getting dimmer after losing to the Utah Mammoth on Tuesday.

"I think there’s a lot of things that are issues," said Spencer Carbery

Aliaksei Protas missed Capitals game against Utah for birth of his second child, a girl The Washington Capitals were without high-scoring winger Aliaksei Protas against the Utah Mammoth on Tuesday night. The 25-year-old forward was listed as…

Aliaksei Protas missed the Capitals' game against Utah for the birth of his second child, a girl

Capitals reportedly receiving calls from teams to gauge John Carlson’s trade availability ahead of deadline The Washington Capitals have been rumored to be buyers at this year's trade deadline, but there are rumblings that teams could still…

Capitals reportedly receiving calls from teams to gauge John Carlson’s trade availability ahead of deadline