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OPINION
6/9/18
KEN CAMPBELL: How the Capitals stuck it to the doubters and finally achieved Stanley Cup success
(The Hockey News)
KEN CAMPBELL: Oshie's tearful, emotional embrace with father a special Stanley Cup moment
(The Hockey News)
RYAN KENNEDY: Auston Matthews, switches agencies on cusp of contract extension
(The Hockey News)
MATT SEKERES: Capitals show Canucks fans there is a path to the Promised Land
(TSN)
ALEX PREWITT: From Misfits to Magic, the Vegas Golden Knights Accomplish an Impossible Story
(Si.com)
DAVID SHOALTS: Ovechkin, Trotz overcome the script in winning Stanley Cup
(Globe & Mail)
MICHAEL TRAIKOS: The Steve Yzerman of Washington: Now that Alex Ovechkin has one Stanley Cup, how many more can he win?
(National Post)
ED GRANEY: Golden Knights GM McPhee shouldn’t alter original plans
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
MARK MADDEN: Penguins aren't planning for future, but present looks bright
(Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
BRUCE ARTHUR: Bruce Arthur: Ovechkin finally lifts the Stanley Cup ... and the asterisk
(Toronto Star)
BRENDAN KELLY: Success of Smith-Pelly and Eller underlines Habs' issues
(Montreal Gazette)
DAMIEN COX: All that NHL free-agent glitter isn’t really gold
(Toronto Star)
6/8/18
KEN CAMPBELL: Capitals win first Stanley Cup in franchise history, Ovechkin named playoff MVP
(The Hockey News)
CHRIS JOHNSTON: Ovechkin and Capitals overcome final hurdle to win Stanley Cup
(Sportsnet)
FRANK SERAVALLI: Capitals edge Golden Knights to win first Cup
(TSN)
RICK WESTHEAD: Fight intensifies over player compensation in Canada’s major junior hockey leagues
(TSN)
ALEX PREWITT: First Capitals Cup Crystallizes End of D.C. Drought
(Si.com)
GREG WYSHYNSKI: The 'but' stops here: Alex Ovechkin's 14-year Stanley Cup chase is over
(ESPN)
KEVIN ALLEN: Capitals capture first Stanley Cup after third-period rally in Game 5 against Golden Knights
(USA Today)
MICHAEL TRAIKOS: Huge payday awaits John Carlson as soon as Capitals wrap up Cup chase
(National Post)
RON KANTOWSKI: Unfortunately for Knights, the Stanley Cup is not a no-show
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
THOMAS BOSWELL: For Capitals and their fans, tears of joy replace years of frustration
(Washington Post)
DON BRENNAN: By trading Hoffman, Karlsson, Senators will be left to hope for offence, patience
(Ottawa Sun)
HELENE ELLIOTT: Washington Capitals defeat Vegas Golden Knights to win the Stanley Cup Final
(Los Angeles Times)
THOM LOVERRO: The night the Capitals won the Cup
(Washington Times)
BEN KUZMA: Is defenceman Dobson destined to be No. 7 pick by Canucks?
(Vancouver Province)
ED GRANEY: Golden Knights, Las Vegas will forever share an impenetrable bond
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
DON BRENNAN: No matter what happened, this one wouldn't be Ovi's fault
(Ottawa Sun)
BARRY SVRLUGA: Alex Ovechkin wins the Stanley Cup — and secures his legacy
(Washington Post)
MIKE HARRINGTON: No more heartbreak as Ovechkin, Caps finally get elusive Cup
(Buffalo News)
STEVE SIMMONS: The great wait is over for Alexander Ovechkin
(Toronto Sun)
RON KATSILOMETES: Vegas Golden Knights make city Vegas Proud
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
6/7/18
KEN CAMPBELL: Capitals' Smith-Pelly set for big payday after heroics in Stanley Cup final
(The Hockey News)
JARED CLINTON: Comeback or not, who stays and who goes for Golden Knights this summer?
(The Hockey News)
CHRIS JOHNSTON: Capitals’ Stephenson hoping to honour Humboldt with Stanley Cup win
(Sportsnet)
FRANK SERAVALLI: Erik Karlsson tops first Trade Bait board of the summer
(TSN)
ALEX PREWITT: Original Caps Owner Irene Pollin Enjoying Team's Run in Stanley Cup Final
(Si.com)
MICHAEL TRAIKOS: White House ceremony would be troublesome for Devante Smith-Pelly, with Capitals closing in on Stanley Cup
(National Post)
KEVIN ALLEN: From 500-1 odds to a 3-1 in Stanley Cup Final deficit: How Golden Knights can do unthinkable again
(USA Today)
ERIK BRADY: Which Stanley Cup Final city is more sinful, Las Vegas or Washington?
(USA Today)
RON KANTOWSKI: Former NHL star Jeremy Roenick puts down ultimate hockey hot lap
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
BARRY SVRLUGA: As Barry Trotz and the Capitals near the peak, who knows what’s on the other side?
(Washington Post)
MICHAEL ARACE: Capitals’ title would twist knife for Blue Jackets
(Columbus Dispatch)
HELENE ELLIOTT: A White House invitation, and all its ramifications, could await the next Stanley Cup champion
(Los Angeles Times)
MIKE HARRINGTON: Capitals can erase lots of sordid history with one more win
(Buffalo News)
STEVE SIMMONS: Is this the end for the Golden Knights?
(Toronto Sun)
6/6/18
JARED CLINTON: Snow, Weight out as Lamoriello makes first major changes to Islanders
(The Hockey News)
KEN CAMPBELL: From playoff backup to Conn Smythe contender, Holtby emerges as Capitals' savior
(The Hockey News)
JARED CLINTON: Fleury's save percentage is in shambles, but pin the blame of Vegas defense
(The Hockey News)
MATT LARKIN: Which factors could fuel a Vegas comeback from 3-1 in the final?
(The Hockey News)
KEN CAMPBELL: Five reasons why the Capitals are on the verge of winning the Stanley Cup
(The Hockey News)
CHRIS JOHNSTON: Lamoriello regains Devils level of power with Islanders
(Sportsnet)
FRANK SERAVALLI: Smith-Pelly finding success the old-fashioned way
(TSN)
ALEX PREWITT: Learning to Deal With the Little Things Has Capitals' Braden Holtby on the Verge of a Stanley Cup
(Si.com)
GREG WYSHYNSKI: Conn Smythe Triple Threat Match: Ovechkin vs. Kuznetsov vs. Holtby
(ESPN)
EMILY KAPLAN: Alex Ovechkin's unwavering commitment to chicken parm
(ESPN)
MICHAEL TRAIKOS: Vegas Golden Knights in unfamiliar territory facing elimination
(National Post)
MICHAEL TRAIKOS: Golden Knights have broken down in front of Marc-Andre Fleury but he takes the hit
(National Post)
HELENE ELLIOTT: Unsure of his NHL future a year ago, Capitals' Devante Smith-Pelly is on the verge of winning the Stanley Cup
(Los Angeles Times)
NEIL GREENBERG: Evgeny Kuznetsov should have slight edge over Alex Ovechkin for Conn Smythe
(Washington Post)
STEVE BUCKLEY: Big Bad Bruin Johnny McKenzie won his biggest fight off the ice
(Boston Herald)
MARK HERRMANN: Tavares has something to look forward to
(New York Newsday)
MIKE HARRINGTON: Scott Luce is another ex-Panther thriving in Vegas
(Buffalo News)
PHOEBE WALL HOWARD: Why Wings fans must cheer for Vegas
(Detroit Free Press)
THOM LOVERRO: Capitals’ difference-maker is ‘another level of urgency in our game’
(Washington Times)
BEN KUZMA: Another day, another rumour in Canucks' search for veteran centre
(Vancouver Province)
MARTIN FENNELLY: The Lightning Effect on the Stanley Cup is about to strike again
(Tampa Bay Times)
STEVE SIMMONS: Ovechkin doesn't need Stanley Cup to enhance legacy
(Toronto Sun)
THOMAS BOSWELL: The Caps have more stars than Vegas, and they’ve also been more lucky
(Washington Post)
TERRY JONES: Edmonton Oilers CEO vows on-ice product will improve
(Edmonton Sun)
ERIC FRANCIS: Cup connection strong for Flames prospect Rasmus Andersson
(Calgary Sun)
RON KATSILOMETES: Now, more than ever, Golden Knights need ‘The Igniter’
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
6/5/18
JARED CLINTON: What might Pacioretty's extension look like and could it be a precursor to a trade?
(The Hockey News)
RYAN KENNEDY: The most controversial player in the draft is ready for his moment
(The Hockey News)
CHRIS JOHNSTON: Capitals shaking off 44 years of bad luck, just one win from Cup glory
(Sportsnet)
FRANK SERAVALLI: High-flying Kuznetsov has Caps one win away from first Stanley Cup
(TSN)
CHRIS JOHNSTON: Tatar embracing opportunity to get name engraved on Stanley Cup
(Sportsnet)
ALEX PREWITT: The Capitals Are on the Cusp of Finishing Their Story in Stanley Cup Final
(Si.com)
MICHAEL TRAIKOS: Brotherly battles helped prepare NHL draft prospect Brady Tkachuk for next level
(National Post)
KEVIN ALLEN: Capitals crush Golden Knights in Game 4, are one win from first Stanley Cup
(USA Today)
BARRY SVRLUGA: This Capitals team is different. It is methodical, calm and ruthless.
(Washington Post)
THOM LOVERRO: Cool, confident Capitals take destiny by the throat
(Washington Times)
DON BRENNAN: Caps locked in on winning, from the stars to the lesser lights
(Ottawa Sun)
ED GRANEY: History clear as Knights trail Stanley Cup Final 3-1: Good luck
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
DAN STEINBERG: The Alex Ovechkin reaction shots are the best part of these Stanley Cup playoffs
(Washington Post)
STEVE SIMMONS: The kid who wouldn't leave home leading Capitals to the Stanley Cup
(Toronto Sun)
DON BRENNAN: Schmidt establishing himself among league's elite D-men
(Ottawa Sun)
HELENE ELLIOTT: Capitals are one win away from the Stanley Cup after running wild over Golden Knights 6-2
(Los Angeles Times)
BEN KUZMA: Canucks 'real comfortable' with draft list, no followup prospect visits
(Vancouver Province)
THOM LOVERRO: A vindicated Barry Trotz has reasons to smile
(Washington Times)
DON BRENNAN: Fleury couldn't save Golden Knights, miracle run almost over
(Ottawa Sun)
RON KANTOWSKI: Capitals veto Knights again despite Sen. Dean Heller’s presence
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
MIKE HARRINGTON: It's a whirlwind day for Dahlin at his first NHL game
(Buffalo News)
STEVE SIMMONS: It's all but over for the Cinderella Golden Knights
(Toronto Sun)
ERIC FRANCIS: With both feet firmly grounded, Burke turns attention to book-writing
(Calgary Sun)
6/4/18
KEN CAMPBELL: No detail too small, no Stanley Cup dream too big for Golden Knights owner Foley
(The Hockey News)
KEN CAMPBELL: Capitals best players standing out as Washington takes control of Stanley Cup final
(The Hockey News)
CHRIS JOHNSTON: Vegas not rattled by doubters, but looking for Golden Misfits form
(Sportsnet)
FRANK SERAVALLI: Vegas' top line a disappearing act in Cup Final so far
(TSN)
ALEX PREWITT: Alex Ovechkin 'Possessed' in High-Energy Game 3 Performance
(Si.com)
MICHAEL TRAIKOS: For the first time in these playoffs, the Vegas Golden Knights are in trouble
(National Post)
KEVIN ALLEN: Vegas Golden Knights look to regain momentum vs. Capitals to avoid becoming a footnote
(USA Today)
RON KANTOWSKI: Knights pause to reflect on sudden turn in Stanley Cup Final
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
THOMAS BOSWELL: Go ahead, Caps fans, get all-the-way excited. This team really is different.
(Washington Post)
ED GRANEY: Shea Theodore must bounce back from his Wheel of Misfortune
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
STEVE SIMMONS: Why is the NHL so small time at its biggest events?
(Toronto Sun)
ERIC FRANCIS: Win or lose, Stanley Cup gambles to offer pre-game, in-game entertainment paying off for NHL
(Calgary Sun)
KEVIN PAUL DUPONT: Will the Bruins try to pry defenseman Noah Hanifin from the Hurricanes?
(Boston Globe)
TIM BENZ: Potential trade destinations for Penguins' Phil Kessel
(Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
JACK TODD: The Vegas Golden Knights are not your father’s expansion team
(Montreal Gazette)
RON KATSILOMETES: T-Mobile Arena opening doors for Golden Knights fans for Game 4
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
6/3/18
KEN CAMPBELL: Speed and responsibility with the puck key for Golden Knights going forward
(The Hockey News)
RYAN KENNEDY: From prospect news to testing changes what we learned from the 2018 scouting combine
(The Hockey News)
CHRIS JOHNSTON: Capitals' Game 3 victory a celebration 20 years in the making
(Sportsnet)
FRANK SERAVALLI: Ovechkin's home Cup Final debut well worth the wait
(TSN)
CHRIS JOHNSTON: Healthy Kuznetsov changes outlook of Capitals-Golden Knights series
(Sportsnet)
ALEX PREWITT: Ovechkin 'Possessed' in High-Energy Game 3 Performance
(Si.com)
GREG WYSHYNSKI: Evgeny Kuznetsov returns to lineup, scores goal as Capitals win Game 3
(ESPN)
KEVIN ALLEN: Capitals beat Golden Knights in Game 3 for franchise's first-ever Stanley Cup Final win in Washington
(USA Today)
MICHAEL TRAIKOS: Though he’s made it look easy, Tuch’s journey hasn’t exactly been easy
(National Post)
RON KANTOWSKI: Brewing Ovechkin-Fleury showdown bubbles to the surface
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
STEVE SIMMONS: Emotional Ovechkin taking over Stanley Cup and Conn Smythe race
(Toronto Sun)
HELENE ELLIOTT: Capitals win second straight to take lead in Stanley Cup Final over Golden Knights
(Los Angeles Times)
BARRY SVRLUGA: Alex Ovechkin is playing the most complete hockey of his career
(Washington Post)
DON BRENNAN: Caps' Russian connection shows why it's the best in the business
(Ottawa Sun)
DAN STEINBERG: The Caps won, and look at the madness outside Capital One Arena
(Washington Post)
ED GRANEY: Play Gallant speaks of better improve fast for Golden Knights
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
ADAM KILGORE: Brooks Orpik returns to Game 3 after brutal hit, prompting scrutiny of league’s concussion protocol
(Washington Post)
LARRY BROOKS: Ranking the greatest saves in Stanley Cup playoff history
(New York Post)
MIKE HARRINGTON: Dahlin the latest entry to Sweden's burgeoning defense crop
(Buffalo News)
THOM LOVERRO: Vegas can have the glitz, Capitals want the Cup
(Washington Times)
JONATHAN BOMBULIE: What would it take for Penguins to trade Phil Kessel?
(Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
KEVIN PAUL DUPONT: Ex-Bruin Michael Thelven is living the Swede life
(Boston Globe)
TERRY JONES: Alberta Sports Hall of Fame inductees thrilled by the honour
(Edmonton Sun)
STEVE SIMMONS: The futures of Trotz, Colangelo, Happ and Donaldson all in question
(Toronto Sun)
RON KANTOWSKI: Longtime White House protester throws his Caps in the ring
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)