Puck 'N Hockey

Like most Caps super fans, I receive my “Ice Chips” e-mail newsletters and this “10 Greatest Games” DVD caught my attention.  I would like to think that this collection will have to be updated several times over the next few years.  That is not a knock on the history of the franchise so far.  I…Click here for more.

Last night’s 4-3 OT loss to the Carolina Hurricanes was another forgettable game against a Southeast division rival. Everyone is focusing on and down on the Caps’ 4 on 4 play.  Remember, extra time in the playoffs is played at full strength. Now is not the time to panic or lose focus on the aspects…Click here for more.

My wife remarked on how empty the Bank Atlantic Center stands were about halfway through the first period of last night’s game. My reply was simple, “They’re not very good.” The Panthers proved that by going for a public skate while the Capitals put 7 goals behind Tomas Vokoun and Scott Clemmensen. Postgame Thoughts: I…Click here for more.

Two games for Ovi. Nachos time! In other news, this happened yesterday.

The Capitals 4-3 OT win in Chicago had everything.  We saw more controversial NHL officiating, the Caps continued to struggle defensively for a period of time, then a wonderful third period comeback capped off by a beautiful Nicklas Backstrom game winning goal in the extra period. Postgame Thoughts: The National Hockey League has serious problems…Click here for more.