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ARLINGTON, VA — The Washington Capitals will have some VIPs with them when they head to Tampa. This week marks the Caps’ annual Mentors’ Trip, with players’ fathers, siblings, and other loved ones getting a behind-the-scenes look at life in the NHL. Not only does the trip allow for some much-appreciated quality time during a
The Washington Capitals (10-7-0) are back home for a rematch with the New Jersey Devils (14-6-0), looking to avenge their 5-2 loss in Newark just two nights earlier. The Capitals will get another crack at one of the Metropolitan Division’s hottest teams after Thursday’s closely contested game slipped away in the third period. The Caps
The New Jersey Devils head to Washington on Nov. 14 for a chance to sweep the home‑and‑home after a 5‑2 win on Nov. 12. Connor Hellebuyck, riding a franchise‑record seven straight victories, is confirmed as the starter. The Devils sit second in the Metropolitan (14‑6‑0) and are 8‑2‑0 in their last ten, while the Capitals (10‑7‑0) hold a 7‑4‑0 home record. New injuries include defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic (ankle) and the possible return of Brett Pesce from illness; rookie Anton Silaev may debut. Projected lineups feature the Devils’ top six forwards—Hughes, Bratt, Meier, Hischier, and Noesen—and a right‑shot pair anchored by Dougie Hamilton, while the Capitals likely start Logan Thompson and field Ovechkin on the fourth line.
The Devils (14-6-0) travel to Washington for a 7 p.m. EDT showdown against the Capitals (10-7-0) after a 5-2 win in the series opener. New Jersey’s recent surge – six wins in seven games – hinges on fixing a shaky special‑teams combo; their penalty kill sits at 65.1% and power play at 18.8%, second‑to‑last in the league. Washington’s power play, though down to 19.6%, should benefit from a lively home crowd. Expect Utica call‑ups like Stefan Noesen and possibly Anton Silaev to keep the secondary scoring alive. The preview highlights the need for tighter defending and more efficient PP execution as the Devils aim to clinch a back‑to‑back victory on the road.
Washington Capitals prospect Patrick Thomas had a memorable season debut for the ECHL’s South Carolina Stingrays on Friday night. The 22-year-old forward recorded two points (1g, 1a) in South Carolina’s come-from-behind 4-3 win over the Florida Everblades. His most notable moment came with 4:24 remaining in the second period, when he scored an unbelievable between-the-legs
The New Jersey Devils placed defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic on injured reserve after an ankle injury sustained on Nov. 10 against the Winnipeg Jets, making him ineligible until at least Nov. 17. In his stead, the team recalled 20‑year‑old Anton Silaev from the AHL’s Utica Comets for a potential NHL debut against the Washington Capitals on Saturday. Silaev, a 6‑foot‑7 left‑shot drafted 10th overall in 2024, has impressed in the AHL with a +8 rating, four assists and strong defensive play, though his puck handling is still developing. The move also shuffles cap space, as the Devils placed Seamus Casey on long‑term IR. Kovacevic, in the second year of a five‑year, $20 million contract, has logged two assists in 13 games this season.
Three players who were skating with the Utica Comets earlier this week made their presence felt in New Jersey on Thursday. Lenni Hameenaho, Vladislav Kolyachonok and Stefan Noesen all scored as the Devils turned a 2-1 deficit into a 5-2 win over the Washington Capitals.
The Rangers sit third in the Metropolitan Division (11‑8‑1, 23 points) as the 2026‑27 season reaches its quarter‑mark, despite losing starter Igor Shesterkin to knee surgery. Their playoff chances hinge on beating rivals like the Capitals and Islanders, who sit just a few points behind with games in hand, while the Hurricanes and Devils lead the Metro. Meanwhile, the Avalanche lose superstars Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar to injuries after a 4‑3 OT loss to Ottawa. The article breaks down the Rangers' divisional landscape, key upcoming matchups against Vancouver and Montreal, and highlights other league news, including a healthy Filip Chytil debut and Mika Zibanejad’s two‑goal night.
The Colorado Avalanche face a double blow as Nathan MacKinnon (29) and Cale Makar (8) sustain injuries just over a minute apart during a 2-0 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, with MacKinnon colliding with Artem Zub and Makar suffering a non‑contact injury. Meanwhile, the Flyers dismiss all Matvei Michkov trade rumors, and the Detroit Red Wings suffer another third‑period collapse, squandering a multi‑goal lead. The piece also notes Montreal’s upcoming divisional matchup, the Devils’ call‑ups scoring against Washington, and a Finnish‑themed win for the Hurricanes in the Global Series.
On Thursday, Nov. 12, the New Jersey Devils hosted the Washington Capitals for the two teams’ second matchup in the 2026-27 season. The Capitals took the first game at Capital…
The Washington Capitals are edging closer to trading forward Ivan Miroshnichenko, according to DFO insider David Pagnotta. The team set a 'first‑round pick‑plus' price, though it could be a high‑value prospect rather than an actual pick, and remains open to offers that include second‑round selections depending on their placement. Interest remains from several clubs—including Chicago, Vancouver, Philadelphia, Seattle, Calgary and Los Angeles—though Washington prefers moving him out of the Eastern Conference. The 22‑year‑old, a 2022 first‑rounder with 14 points in 55 NHL games, is on a two‑year, $925,000 contract and seeks top‑six minutes with his next team.
The New Jersey Devils rally to a 5-2 victory over the Washington Capitals on Nov. 12, with goaltender Connor Hellebuyck stopping 26 of 28 shots and three Utica call‑ups—Lenni Hameenaho, Vladislav Kolyachonok and Stefan Noesen—providing the offensive boost. Kolyachonok is set to start tonight after a teammate’s illness, while forward Kovacevic faces an uncertain return after imaging. The piece also notes the Devils’ early-season finishing woes, their improving 5‑on‑5 play, lingering power‑play issues, and adds NHL news on Quinn Hughes, defense‑man scoring trends, and a World Juniors visa controversy affecting Russian players.
The Devils overcome a rash of injuries—Brett Pesce (ill), Johnathan Kovacevic (lower‑body) and Anthony Mantha (LTIR)—by fielding three fresh call‑ups who all score in a 5‑2 win over Washington on Nov. 13. Lenni Hameenaho nets his first goal, rookie Vladislav Kolyachonok scores the game‑winner 6:27 into the third, and Stefan Noesen adds insurance as Jack Hughes pads the tally. New Jersey improves to 14‑6‑0 and heads back to D.C. Saturday. The roundup also notes MacKinnon and Makar exiting Colorado’s OT loss, Quinn Hughes’ pending contract talk, and Detroit’s blown three‑goal lead.
The Washington Capitals battled the New Jersey Devils pretty evenly throughout Thursday night but couldn’t outduel them late in the third period. New Jersey scored three goals in the final frame, taking the first of two straight Capitals-Devils matchups with a 5-2 win. Some good things from that game and some bad. The Capitals weren’t
Longtime Capitals defender John Carlson hit a major milestone on Wednesday, reaching 800 career points in dramatic fashion with a five-point game (1g, 4a) against the Buffalo Sabres. The flashy performance marked the first five-point outing of Carlson’s 18-season NHL career and helped propel the Tampa Bay Lightning to an 8-3 win. “You never take
The New Jersey Devils edged the Washington Capitals 5-2 on Nov. 12, with all three call‑ups scoring. Defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok, recalled from Utica, netted the game‑winner at 6:27 of the third period, his first goal of the season. Rookie Lenni Hämeenaho also scored his first of the year, and Jack Hughes added an empty‑netter for his 10th. Connor Hellebuyck posted 26 saves for New Jersey, while Logan Thompson had 24 for Washington. The win lifts the Devils to 14‑6‑0, snapping a 4‑2 loss in Winnipeg, and the Capitals fall to 10‑7‑0. The teams will complete the home‑and‑home series on Nov. 14 in Washington.
The Washington Capitals and New Jersey Devils squared off Thursday night for their first of two straight meetings. The typically fast-paced Metropolitan Division matchup started in New Jersey at the Prudential Center and will come to Capital One Arena on Saturday night. Evan Rodrigues opened the scoring with an early power-play snipe that beat Logan
Game information/links Game preview The Washington Capitals (10-6-0) are in Newark tonight to face the New Jersey Devils (13-6-0) in the first game of a home-and-home series between Metropolitan Division rivals. The Capitals enter Thursday’s matchup fresh off a dramatic 3-2 overtime victory against the Ottawa Senators, where rookie defenseman Cole Hutson played hero, assisting
Bruce Boudreau believes Nicklas Backstrom will eventually be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. During an appearance on NHL Network’s NHL Tonight with host Tony Luftman, the former Washington Capitals head coach recently shared his thoughts on the upcoming candidacy of several former NHLers, making it clear that he would love to see Backstrom
The All About The Jersey gamethread previews the Devils‑Capitals clash on April 2, 2026 at the Prudential Center. New Jersey enters the game 13‑6‑0, Washington 10‑6‑0, with a 7 p.m. EST tip‑off broadcast on MSGSN and Devils Hockey Radio. The post highlights a photo of Jack Hughes and Alex Ovechkin chatting during the matchup and encourages fans to join the live discussion via the SB Nation app, reminding readers of community rules.
The New Jersey Devils are back at home to take on the Washington Capitals on Thursday, Nov. 12. The two teams already faced off back at Capital One Arena this…
Anthony Mantha, who logged five goals and 10 points in 17 games after signing a two‑year, $9.5 million deal with New Jersey, is placed on long‑term injured reserve following a high‑stick to the throat by Islanders defenseman Adam Pelech on Nov. 7. The injury sidelines the 33‑year‑old forward for an extended stretch, prompting the Devils to recall Lenni Hämeenaho and Stefan Noesen from the Utica Comets and loan Riley Tuft… The loss breaks up Mantha’s third line with Evan Rodrigues and Jesper Boqvist, but New Jersey remains hot, winning nine of its last 11 and sitting second in the Metro division ahead of a Thursday night game vs. Washington.
The Detroit Red Wings say there is no realistic trade path for captain Dylan Larkin, whose approved list of ten teams includes the Minnesota Wild but excludes the Boston Bruins. According to The Athletic’s Chris Johnston, none of the clubs on Larkin’s wish list can meet Detroit’s asking price or offer the assets the Wings want, such as Washington’s Protas brothers or Utah’s Tij Iginla. With Larkin’s $8.7 million cap hit and a recent unpaid suspension that has kept him out of seven games, the trade stalemate leaves his future in limbo.
The Sick Podcast’s November 12 roundup dives into the Canadiens‑Bruins showdown, questioning whether Mike Matheson, Jake Evans or Nick Suzuki will suit up. It also breaks down a controversial slashing call that gave the Minnesota Wild a 2‑1 OT win over Montreal, and examines the fallout from the Flyers’ Matvei Michkov trade drama after GM Daniel Briere’s surprise Zoom. Highlights include Evan Bouchard’s OT winner for Edmonton, Connor McDavid’s 21‑game point streak, Anaheim’s Cutter Gauthier chasing a 105‑year‑old goal record, and injury updates on Ottawa’s Nick Cousins and Washington’s Jakob Chychrun.
The New Jersey Devils host the Washington Capitals Thursday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. ET in a back‑to‑back series. New Jersey (13‑6‑0, 26 points) sits second in the Metro and is 8‑2‑0 at home, while Washington (10‑6‑0, 20 points) comes off two straight wins and a 7‑3‑0 run in its last ten. Key updates: Anthony Mantha lands on long‑term IR with a throat injury, Johnathan Kovacevic is day‑to‑day, and Connor Hellebuyck is expected to reclaim the net after sitting out in Winnipeg. The Capitals’ projected starter is Logan Thompson, and Alex Ovechkin has logged just one goal in 16 games of his farewell season. Projected lineups and power‑play units are detailed for both squads.