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This Capitals season is mirroring 2014 -- the year Washington last missed the postseason - Washington Times
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How to watch 2023 NHL Stadium Series Hurricanes-Capitals - ESPN
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Nicklas Backstrom is done talking about his hip. The Capitals now need his play to do the talking - NBC Sports
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Ovechkin moves to 2nd in NHL goals with 802, passing Howe
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Alex Ovechkin not expected back this week due to family reasons, will likely miss Stadium Series game
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Alex Ovechkin put on COVID-19 list; Capitals fined $100k for breaking protocols - The Boston Globe
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Carolina Hurricanes vs. Washington Capitals Framed 20'' x 24'' 2023 NHL Stadium Series 3-Photograph Collage with Game-Used Ice - Limited Edition of 500
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Hurricanes vs Capitals: Carolina tops Washington in shootout
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Hurricanes top Capitals 4-1 in Carolina's 1st outdoor game – KXAN Austin
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Hurricanes catch break, Alex Ovechkin to miss Stadium Series due to 'urgent hospitalization' of father
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It's not working:' The Capitals react to their brutal 4-1 Stadium Series loss
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