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Category Archives: Dave Steckel

Questions for a Hockey Club at a Crossroads

7 October, 2011

Yes, there are important, impact veteran additions to the Capitals roster for 2011-12, and yes the club likely will be backstopped by the finest talent they’ve had in net since Olie Kolzig more than 10 years ago. Yes, the Capitals again will boast as much high-end skill as any club in the NHL. Yes, returning [...]

Also filed in Alexander Ovechkin, Alexander Semin, Bruce Boudreau, Ice, John Carlson, Morning cup-a-joe, National Hockey League, NHL playoffs, Tomas Vokoun, Verizon Center, Washington Capitals | Comments (3)

Toss Me a Hoodie, for Hockey’s Here at Last

16 September, 2011

Across the Mid-Atlantic winds of change seemed to sweep away summer last night. Vacationing on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, I took the dog for a walk this morning in layers of clothing, attire I hadn’t needed since early last spring. It felt good to be so bundled up. As recently as yesterday afternoon I wasn’t so [...]

Also filed in Alexander Ovechkin, Alexander Semin, Bruce Boudreau, Matt Bradley, Morning cup-a-joe, Training camp, Trap hockey, Washington Capitals, Washington the hockey town | Comments (1)

Lacking in an Honorable Ending

6 February, 2011

Sunday afternoon’s game showed exactly why the Penguins-Capitals rivalry is not only one of the very best in hockey but one of the best in all of sports right now. There was blood, big hits, players — including the Gr8 — sacrificing themselves to block shots, and brawling. It took place in an electrified, redded-out [...]

Also filed in Alexander Ovechkin, Frontier justice, National Hockey League, Old Time Hockey, Pittsburgh Penguins, Washington Capitals, Winter Classic 2011 | Comments (5)

Minor Moments That Matter

15 October, 2008

Check out Mike Vogel’s engrossing post about the small moments in a game that constitute turning points; his fascinating article delving into the details of the Washington Capitals’ home opener victory makes for a terrific read. Check it out here.

Also filed in Brooks Laich, Chicago Blackhawks, Matt Bradley, Mike Vogel, Sergei Fedorov | Comments (0)

Minor Moments That Matter

14 October, 2008

Check out Mike Vogel’s engrossing post about the small moments in a game that constitute turning points; his fascinating article delving into the details of the Washington Capitals’ home opener victory makes for a terrific read. Check it out here.

Also filed in Alexander Ovechkin, Alexander Semin, Brooks Laich, Bruce Boudreau, Chicago Blackhawks, Donald Brashear, Matt Bradley, Mike Green, Mike Vogel, Sergei Fedorov, Washington Capitals | Comments (0)

Opening Night Roster Set

6 October, 2008

The Washington Capitals announced that Karl Alzner and Chris Bourque have been assigned to the Hershey Bears. Quintin Laing was placed on waivers and, if cleared, will report to Hershey. 2008 Washington Capitals Opening Night Roster FORWARDS   #   Player Ht. Wt. Shoots Born Birthplace 2007-08 Club(s) League(s) 19 BACKSTROM, Nicklas 6’0″ 183 Left 11/23/87 Gavle, [...]

Also filed in Boyd Gordon, Brooks Laich, Chris Bourque, Eric Fehr, John Erskine, Jose Theodore, Karl Alzner, Matt Bradley, Milan Jurcina, Sergei Fedorov | Comments (17)

Opening Night Roster Set

6 October, 2008

The Washington Capitals announced that Karl Alzner and Chris Bourque have been assigned to the Hershey Bears. Quintin Laing was placed on waivers and, if cleared, will report to Hershey. 2008 Washington Capitals Opening Night Roster FORWARDS   #   Player Ht. Wt. Shoots Born Birthplace 2007-08 Club(s) League(s) 19 BACKSTROM, Nicklas 6’0″ 183 Left 11/23/87 Gavle, [...]

Also filed in Alexander Ovechkin, Alexander Semin, Boyd Gordon, Brent Johnson, Brooks Laich, Chris Bourque, Chris Clark, Donald Brashear, Eric Fehr, John Erskine, Jose Theodore, Karl Alzner, Matt Bradley, Michael Nylander, Mike Green, Milan Jurcina, Nicklas Backstrom, Sergei Fedorov, Tom Poti, Tomas Fleischmann, Washington Capitals | Comments (17)

A Few Preseason Photos – Caps vs. Flyers

5 October, 2008

From Friday’s victory over Philadelphia, a few photos with my new camera. We start with 1 Capital scoring, 1 assisting, and 2 former Caps (Metropolit 13 & Eminger 26) with front-row views of the goal. Then there’s Washington’s netminder Jose Theodore after a Flyer shot knocked off his mask.

Also filed in Jose Theodore, Karl Alzner | Comments (4)

A Few Preseason Photos – Caps vs. Flyers

5 October, 2008

From Friday’s victory over Philadelphia, a few photos with my new camera. We start with 1 Capital scoring, 1 assisting, and 2 former Caps (Metropolit 13 & Eminger 26) with front-row views of the goal. Then there’s Washington’s netminder Jose Theodore after a Flyer shot knocked off his mask.

Also filed in Alexander Ovechkin, Jose Theodore, Karl Alzner, Nicklas Backstrom, Philadelphia Flyers, Tom Poti, Washington Capitals | Comments (4)

Super Teambuilding

3 October, 2008

Thanks to Capitals Director for Media Relations Nate Ewell for passing on a great photograph from the season ticket holder’s party.

Also filed in Alexander Ovechkin, Boyd Gordon, Brent Johnson, Chris Clark, Donald Brashear, Eric Fehr, Jose Theodore, Matt Bradley, Mike Green, Nate Ewell, Nicklas Backstrom, Washington Capitals | Comments (17)

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