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30 Thoughts: Adam Oates responds to his critics
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How Well Do You Know Your Recent Caps Coaches? - Japers' Rink
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Adam Oates next Washington Capitals head coach; get ready for up-tempo hockey
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Trying to Stop the Capitals Power Play
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Coach Adam Oates vs. the inexperience question for the Washington Capitals
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RPI grad Oates named Capitals coach, elected to Hall – troyrecord
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Washington Capitals head coach Adam Oates smiles during the game against the New York Rangers in the first period at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. on May 4, 2013 in game
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After Emotional Speech, Adam Oates Officially Joins Hockey Hall of Fame
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Adam Oates Goal - Game 2, 1998 Stanley Cup Final Red Wings vs. Capitals
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Former captain Adam Oates hired as Capitals coach, replacing Dale Hunter - The Hockey News