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T.J. Oshie, US Olympic star in Sochi and Capitals Stanley Cup champion, announces he's retiring • June 9, 2025, 8:26 PM ET (AP)

Washington Capitals' Spencer Carbery wins the Jack Adams Award as NHL coach of the year • June 7, 2025, 1:39 PM ET (AP)

Alex Ovechkin says he intends to keep playing for the Capitals, his 21st NHL season at age 40 • May 17, 2025, 1:25 PM ET (AP)

Known for their shot volume, Hurricanes reach the East final by keeping the Capitals' to a minimum • May 16, 2025, 6:00 AM ET (AP)

Svechnikov breaks late tie as Hurricanes beat Capitals 3-1 to reach Eastern Conference final • May 15, 2025, 10:53 PM ET (AP)

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Awards And Honors	Stanley Cup (2018)
Date	1974 - present
Headquarters	Washington, D.C.
Areas Of Involvement	ice hockey
Related People	Alex Ovechkin • Joel Quenneville • Jaromir Jagr

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