Washington Capitals 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs Live Blog
Live updates, photos and videos from the Washington Capitals' 2018 run to the Stanley Cup.
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by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 1:29:13 PM -
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#Caps with stability for years to come on D. Niskanen (3yrs remaining), Orlov (5yrs remaining), Carlson (8yrs remaining), Kempny (4yrs remaining) all signed through at least 2021 twitter.com/capitals/statu…by Ben Raby via twitter 6/29/2018 1:34:45 PM
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With Kempny re-signing, the Capitals top four on D is locked up for at least 3 more seasons.
Carlson: 8 seasons (left on contract)
Orlov: 5 seasons
Kempny: 4 seasons
Niskanen: 3 seasonsby Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 1:37:00 PM -
And their top 3 centers are locked up for two more seasons:
Kuznetsov: 7 seasons left
Backstrom: 2 seasons left
Eller: 5 seasons twitter.com/TomGulittiNHL/…by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 1:39:00 PM -
Obviously, there could be another expansion draft coming in 2020 and you never know what happens along the way, but still good stability for Capitals to have.by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 1:40:38 PM
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Just typing 2020 freaked me out a little.
Sometimes forget that it's 2018.by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 1:41:52 PM -
With today's signing of Michal Kempny, #Caps have inked five of their top six defensemen and 10 of their top 11 forwards from last season. Focus now shifts to RFAs Wilson, Bowey, Boyd and another defenseman, potentially Brooks Orpik. They've got about $9 .7 million in cap space.by Mike Vogel via twitter 6/29/2018 2:17:22 PM -
Too soon to tell. They have enough $ to sign him, but he would likely be able to get more $ and would certainly get more term elsewhere. twitter.com/TomRaley/statu…by Mike Vogel via twitter 6/29/2018 2:28:33 PM
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Not sure. They can afford the $, but can't afford much term with a huge class of first-year pro forwards coming into the system this year. I'd guess Stephenson/Boyd in line if Beagle doesn't return, and Boyd is a righty so he might have leg up. twitter.com/StarTraveller4…by Mike Vogel via twitter 6/29/2018 2:30:47 PM
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With today's signing of Michal Kempny, #Caps have inked five of their top six defensemen and 10 of their top 11 for… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
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CAPS TODAY: Kristian Roykas Marthinsen, who is participating in his second Caps Development Camp, was drafted in th… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… -
I'd bring him back for sure if it were up to me, simply because there are so many young, up and coming D-men in system. Djoos and Bowey are already here, and I'm not sure you can count on any of the others to be ready by Oct. He wouldn't stunt growth, would enhance it IMO
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by Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 4:17:05 PM
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Washington among the teams that Brooks Orpik's camp has heard from during the speaking period... but other teams in there as well.by Pierre LeBrun via twitter retweeted by TomGulittiNHL 6/29/2018 4:37:12 PM -
Calling all Youth Hockey families! Watch NBC Sports Washington’s Fair Play Youth Sports documentary TONIGHT @ 10:00… twitter.com/i/web/status/1… -
The Washington Capitals have named Todd Reirden the team’s head coach! #ALLCAPS
Reirden becomes the 18th head coach in #Caps history, after serving as an associate coach the last two seasons and assistant coach from 2014-16.
More Details: Washca.ps/Head-Coach-Rei… https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4A-GqXUAAfV1O.jpgby Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 5:29:24 PM -
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"We feel that the time is right for Todd to lead our hockey club. Based on his coaching experience, communication abilities, his approach to the game and the respect he commands in our locker room, we feel that Todd has earned this opportunity." GM Brian MacLellanby Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 5:35:33 PM
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"Todd has played an integral part in helping lead our team to the Stanley Cup championship and we feel his appointment as head coach will enable our organization to transition seamlessly into next season and beyond." GM Brian MacLellanby Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 5:36:22 PM
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Reirden named coach of Capitals, replaces Trotz nhl.com/news/todd-reir…by davidsatriano via twitter retweeted by TomGulittiNHL 6/29/2018 6:17:41 PM -
Beagle had said he was willing to wait until the Capitals completed their other business to talk contract with them, even if it went beyond July 1, but it's likely Caps wouldn't have given him more than one year on next deal. twitter.com/TSNBobMcKenzie…by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 6:47:02 PM
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Assistant General Manager and Director of Amateur Scouting, Ross Mahoney, breaks down what he's seeing from #CapsDevCamp so far #ALLCAPSby Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 6:52:06 PM
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#Caps Manage to Keep Cup Core Together for Another Run - With the Kempny and Smith-Pelly signings, the Caps have set up their top four on the blue line for the next three seasons while staying flexible up front: dumpnchase.monumentalsportsnetwork.com/2018/06/29/cap…by Mike Vogel via twitter 6/29/2018 7:06:06 PM
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If you read the story, you'll find that I did mention Beagle. And if you read the story, you'll see why Chiasson return is highly unlikely. twitter.com/12th_man_tifos…by Mike Vogel via twitter 6/29/2018 7:36:10 PM
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#Caps Manage to Keep Cup Core Together for Another Run - With the Kempny and Smith-Pelly signings, the Caps have se… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
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Cannot wait to see everyone for tomorrow's #CapsFanFest ! Some helpful information as you make your way to @KettlerIceplex to see the #StanleyCup ! #ALLCAPS
More info: WashCaps.com/FanFest https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4WI0pWAAIqAwr.jpgby Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 7:59:12 PM -
I don't know about you... But I'm feeling 2️⃣2️⃣! #ALLCAPS #StanleyCaps https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4pHsOWkAQejvx.jpg
by Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 8:20:03 PM -
Devils announce that former Wild GM Chuck Fletcher has joined the organization as senior advisor to the GM/hockey operations.
Fletcher previously worked with Devils GM Ray Shero as his assistant GM in Pittsburgh.by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 8:22:07 PM -
I was sitting in a conference room of the NHL’s Montreal office with @ArponBasu when our boss, @BillPriceNHL , calle… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…by Dave Stubbs via twitter retweeted by TomGulittiNHL 6/29/2018 8:24:04 PM -
My breakdown of which goalies are likely available starting July 1 nhl.com/news/c-2993258…by JonLaneNYC via twitter retweeted by TomGulittiNHL 6/29/2018 8:24:36 PM -
The #StanleyCup champion @Capitals have their new coach. atnhl.com/2Na4TUZ https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4tKE_W0AEVkS1.jpg
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Behold in all their glory - the @Pepsi Zero Sugar #StanleyCup Championship cans! Available now at your Washington, D.C. area @GiantFood ! #ALLCAPS https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4tTB_W4AIQCaq.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4tN48W4AA2rsN.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4s6czXUAA4uki.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4s6cuXUAEg3YF.jpg
by Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 8:56:31 PM -
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by Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 8:56:32 PM -
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by Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 8:56:34 PM -
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by Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 8:56:35 PM -
In his four previous seasons with the Capitals, Reirden was responsible for the team's defensemen. During that span, the Capitals have posted a record of 205-89-34 and ranked second in goals against average (2.45).
Now - he's our new head coach. #ALLCAPS
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In his four previous seasons with the Capitals, Reirden was responsible for the team's defensemen. During that span, the Capitals have posted a record of 205-89-34 and ranked second in goals against average (2.45).
Now - he's our new head coach. #ALLCAPS
WashCaps.com/Reirden https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUs8X4AANrgg.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUs8X4AICaK1.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUs7WAAI2stc.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUtAW0AAahPD.jpgby Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 9:31:20 PM -
In his four previous seasons with the Capitals, Reirden was responsible for the team's defensemen. During that span, the Capitals have posted a record of 205-89-34 and ranked second in goals against average (2.45).
Now - he's our new head coach. #ALLCAPS
WashCaps.com/Reirden https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUs8X4AANrgg.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUs8X4AICaK1.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUs7WAAI2stc.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUtAW0AAahPD.jpgby Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 9:31:21 PM -
In his four previous seasons with the Capitals, Reirden was responsible for the team's defensemen. During that span, the Capitals have posted a record of 205-89-34 and ranked second in goals against average (2.45).
Now - he's our new head coach. #ALLCAPS
WashCaps.com/Reirden https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUs8X4AANrgg.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUs8X4AICaK1.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUs7WAAI2stc.jpg">https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dg4zUtAW0AAahPD.jpgby Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 9:31:21 PM -
Further to @TSNBobMcKenzie report that the #Canucks are frontrunners to land Jay Beagle.
Sources tell me that Beag… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…by Rick Dhaliwal via twitter retweeted by TomGulittiNHL 6/29/2018 9:54:59 PM -
Todd Reirden gets the job he wanted. The Capitals get some continuity by hiring Reirden. But there will be challenges next season:
nhl.com/news/todd-reir…by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 10:01:01 PM -
The last time a team repeated as Stanley Cup champs with a first-time NHL head coach in the second season was 1969 with Claude Ruel as coach, after he replaced the retired Toe Blake. twitter.com/TomGulittiNHL/…by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 10:04:05 PM
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Would have sent it sooner, got a little sidetracked for a couple of months. You are the man, Ralphie. Always. twitter.com/ralphstrangis/…by John Walton via twitter 6/29/2018 10:07:35 PM -
Since Ruel won with Montreal in 1968-69, there have been three first-time NHL head coaches that took over Cup-winning teams:
Tom Johnson, Boston, 1970-71: lost first round.
Colin Campbell, NY Rangers, 1994-95: lost second round
Dave Lewis, Detroit, 2002-03: lost first round.by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 10:09:03 PM -
*Tom Johnson won the Cup with Boston in his second season (1971-72) twitter.com/TomGulittiNHL/…by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 10:10:13 PM
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Lou Lamoriello can't control news leaking out as well as he once did, but if Tavares picks Isles, might he try to keep it quiet until they actually get a contract signed?
Obviously, it would difficult for him to control teams that were told they were out leaking news, though.by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/29/2018 10:16:55 PM -
Wickenheiser coaches at #Leafs prospect intra-squad game; open to discussing future role with team
“When they turn… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…by DaveAMcCarthy via twitter retweeted by TomGulittiNHL 6/29/2018 10:18:47 PM -
Caps Manage to Keep Cup Core Together for Another Run | With the Kempny and Smith-Pelly signings, the #Caps have set up their top four on the blue line for the next three seasons while staying flexible up front. #ALLCAPS
nhl.com/capitals/news/…by Washington Capitals via twitter 6/29/2018 10:43:12 PM -
Former Devils D ends up with Lamoriello and Lamoriello with the Islanders. twitter.com/renlavoietva/s…by Tom Gulitti via twitter 6/30/2018 12:54:06 AM
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Drew Doughty will ink new deal to remain with the LA Kings through the 2027 season!
lakin.gs/2yVaUBNby LA Kings via twitter retweeted by TomGulittiNHL 6/30/2018 12:58:26 AM
