Washington Capitals Schedule, Scores & News

Nickname:	Capitals
Abbreviation:	WSH
Stadium:	Capital One Arena
Location:	Washington, DC, USA
2024-2025 Standing:	4th in Metropolitan Division
2024-2025 Record:

2024-2025 Season Schedule

Below are the most recent games in the Capitals 2024-2025 schedule. Or, view the full 2024-2025 schedule.

Next game:

vs Boston Bruins

Saturday, October 5th 4:00PM CST

Recent games:

There are no recent games to display. Be sure to check out previous seasons for schedules and game stats.

All Season Schedules

Below are all of the Capitals NHL seasons we have in our database.

• 2024-2025
• 2023-2024
• 2022-2023
• 2021-2022
• 2020-2021
• 2019-2020
• 2018-2019
• 2017-2018
• 2016-2017
• 2015-2016
• 2014-2015
• 2013-2014
• 2012-2013
• 2011-2012
• 2010-2011
• 2009-2010
• 2008-2009
• 2007-2008
• 2006-2007
• 2005-2006
• 2003-2004
• 2002-2003
• 2001-2002
• 2000-2001
• 1999-2000
• 1998-1999
• 1997-1998
• 1996-1997
• 1995-1996
• 1994-1995
• 1993-1994

Washington Capitals News & Highlights

Below is all of the recent Washington Capitals NHL news, highlights and updates we have.

• Former Washington Capitals Enforcer Stephen Peat Tragically Dies in Accident
• Evgeny Kuznetsov Opts Out of NHL Contract, Makes KHL Comeback
• Washington Capitals Appoint Chris Patrick as General Manager, Brian MacLellan Stays On as President of Hockey Operations
• Capitals' Revamp Progresses with Dubois, Thompson, Chychrun Trades to Bolster Ovechkin's Record Quest
• Capitals Land Jakob Chychrun and Matt Roy; Senators Ink Deal with David Perron

All Washington Capitals News

Washington Capitals History & Overview

Located in Washington, D.C., the Washington Capitals are a seasoned ice hockey team that competes in the Metropolitan Division of the National Hockey League (NHL). The team made its debut in 1974, entering the league as part of an effort to introduce the sport into new regions.

The initial years were challenging for the Capitals, as they managed to reach the playoffs only twice within their first decade. The tide began to turn towards the end of the 1980s and into the early 1990s, marked by a number of significant playoff campaigns, including reaching the Stanley Cup Finals in 1998.

Throughout the 2000s, the Capitals consistently qualified for the playoffs, although they struggled to progress beyond the second round. This narrative changed dramatically in 2018 when the team clinched their first Stanley Cup, an achievement highlighted by the leadership of Alexander Ovechkin, who received the Conn Smythe Trophy for his exceptional performance during the playoffs.

Following their historic victory, the Capitals have maintained their status as a formidable force in the NHL, securing playoff spots in succeeding seasons. The team has also achieved the Presidents' Trophy on two occasions, in 2016 and 2017, for having the league's best regular season record. Alexander Ovechkin continues to be a key player for the Capitals, now in his 18th season, and is celebrated as one of the top goal scorers in the history of the NHL.

Visit the official Washington Capitals website for more information.