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Capitals say they'll have a contingency plan for whatever Ovechkin decides on his future

Alex Ovechkin’s decision on whether to return for a 22nd season is the biggest loose end facing Washington general manager Chris Patrick and president of hockey operations Brian Ma...

APRIL 20 • Associated Press

Alex Ovechkin says he'll determine his future based on health, family and the Capitals' outlook

Nothing about Alex Ovechkin’s future is all that clear right now after the NHL’s career goal-scoring leader finished his 21st season

APRIL 16 • Associated Press

Ryan Leonard | April 16 | Washington Capitals Ryan Leonard meets with the media on exit interview day

APRIL 16 • NHL.COM

Pots two goals including winner Leonard scored two goals, one the game-winner, in Saturday's 6-3 victory over the Penguins.

Impact Both tallies came in a wild second period as the two teams combined for seven of their nine goals. Leonard is surging to end the regular season, racking up five goals and eight points over the last seven games to carry the 21-year-old to his first career 20-goal campaign.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Washington plays Pittsburgh following Leonard's 2-goal showing

The Washington Capitals host the Pittsburgh Penguins after Ryan Leonard's two-goal game against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the Capitals' 6-3 win

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Ryan Leonard | Postgame | Washington Capitals Ryan Leonard speaks postgame

APRIL 11 • NHL.COM

Ilya Protas scores first NHL goal, Capitals defeat Penguins, 6-3

Ilya Protas scored his first NHL goal and added two assists as the Washington Capitals beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-3 on Saturday

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

NHL Highlights | Capitals vs. Penguins - April 11, 2026

APRIL 11 • YOUTUBE

The kids are alright in Washington 😎

APRIL 11 • YOUTUBE

Penguins take win streak into home matchup with the Capitals

The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Washington Capitals with a three win streak on the line

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Lights lamp Wednesday Leonard scored a goal on four shots, added four PIM and doled out five hits in Wednesday's 4-0 win over the Maple Leafs.

Impact Leonard has three goals and three assists over his last six outings. The 21-year-old winger put the Capitals up 2-0 in the second period. He's been effective as a rookie with 18 goals, 42 points, 146 shots on net, 119 hits, 47 PIM and a minus-2 rating over 72 appearances, mainly in a middle-six role.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Leonard | Postgame | Washington Capitals Ryan Leonard speaks postgame

APRIL 9 • NHL.COM

Logan Thompson backstops Capitals to 4-0 victory over Maple Leafs

Logan Thompson made 21 saves to register his third shutout of the season as the Washington Capitals breathed life into their fading playoff hopes with a 4-0 victory over the Toront...

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Pots goal in big win Leonard tallied a goal, put two shots on net, had two PIM and dished out two hits in Saturday's 6-2 win over Buffalo.

Impact Leonard padded Washington's lead early in Saturday's third period to put the team up 5-2. Overall, the 21-year-old winger is up to 17 goals, 41 points, 140 shots on net, 111 hits and 22 blocked shots through 70 games this season. He actively holds a four-game point streak and has seven goals, 11 points, 32 shots on net and 35 hits over his last 15 games. Leonard has taken a step up this season and should continue to provide fantasy managers with solid category coverage for seasons to come. He is an excellent streaming option for the remainder of the fantasy playoffs.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Leonard | Postgame | Washington Capitals Ryan Leonard speaks postgame

APRIL 5 • NHL.COM

Protas scores in return from injury as Capitals keep playoff hopes alive with 6-2 win over Sabres

Aliaksei Protas had a goal and assist in his return from injury and the Washington Capitals beat the Buffalo Sabres 6-2 on Saturday night

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Two-point effort in win Leonard produced a goal and an assist, both on the power play, in Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Flyers.

Impact Both points came in the second period as the Capitals reclaimed the lead for good. Leonard made an impact in March, as the 21-year-old winger collected six goals and nine points in 13 games, with half his tallies for the month coming on the power play.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Capitals bring win streak into matchup with the Devils

The Washington Capitals will attempt to keep their three-game win streak alive when they visit the New Jersey Devils

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Ryan Leonard | Postgame | Washington Capitals Ryan Leonard speaks to the media postgame

APRIL 1 • NHL.COM

Alex Ovechkin scores twice, hitting 30 goals for 20th season, as Capitals beat Flyers 6-4

Alex Ovechkin scored twice and hit the 30-goal mark for the 20th time in his NHL career, and the Washington Capitals beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-4

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Vegas takes on Washington following Stone's 2-goal game

The Vegas Golden Knights host the Washington Capitals after Mark Stone's two-goal game against the Edmonton Oilers in the Golden Knights' 4-3 overtime loss

MARCH 27 • Associated Press

Utah hosts Washington in a non-conference matchup

The Utah Mammoth and the Washington Capitals take the ice in a non-conference matchup

MARCH 25 • Associated Press

Blues and Capitals face off in out-of-conference matchup

The St. Louis Blues and the Washington Capitals face off in a non-conference matchup

MARCH 23 • Associated Press

Scores in Friday's win Leonard scored a goal on three shots in Friday's 2-1 win over the Devils.

Impact Leonard has had a good month, scoring five goals and adding an assist over eight contests. The 21-year-old rookie is up to 15 goals, 36 points, 123 shots on net, 98 hits and 34 PIM through 63 appearances. Leonard has mostly played in the middle six, but he's already showing ample potential for when he gets a larger role in the future.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Leonard | Postgame | Washington Capitals Ryan Leonard speaks postgame

MARCH 21 • NHL.COM

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Capitals say they'll have a contingency plan for whatever Ovechkin decides on his future

Alex Ovechkin says he'll determine his future based on health, family and the Capitals' outlook

Washington plays Pittsburgh following Leonard's 2-goal showing

Ilya Protas scores first NHL goal, Capitals defeat Penguins, 6-3

Penguins take win streak into home matchup with the Capitals

Logan Thompson backstops Capitals to 4-0 victory over Maple Leafs

Protas scores in return from injury as Capitals keep playoff hopes alive with 6-2 win over Sabres

Capitals bring win streak into matchup with the Devils

Alex Ovechkin scores twice, hitting 30 goals for 20th season, as Capitals beat Flyers 6-4

Vegas takes on Washington following Stone's 2-goal game

Utah hosts Washington in a non-conference matchup

Blues and Capitals face off in out-of-conference matchup