Steve Whyno covers the Washington Capitals for The Washington Times.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 25, 2013 Comments
Defenseman back in Senators lineup Thursday night at Capitals after missing 31 games.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 25, 2013 Comments
Right wing skates with teammates and says he's feeling better.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 24, 2013 Comments
Tough guy claimed off waivers from the Canucks in February gets two-year deal worth $1.15 million.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 24, 2013 Comments
Scoring right wing gets raise, while tough guy gets commitment.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 24, 2013 Comments
'Lousy start' contributes to more emotional reaction.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 24, 2013 Comments
Defenseman saved two goals and showed his value to the blue line.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 23, 2013 Comments
In taking care of business against the second-place Jets, the Caps locked up the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference and dealt a severe blow to Winnipeg's playoff hopes. It's Washington's sixth straight trip to the playoffs and fifth Southeast title in that time.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 23, 2013 Comments
Alex Ovechkin hopes he and his teammates can use charged atmosphere to their advantage Tuesday night at Verizon Center.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 23, 2013 Comments
Coach Adam Oates says Winnipeg's fatigue will show itself.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 22, 2013 Comments
A regulation or overtime victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday night gets Washington into the playoffs.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 22, 2013 Comments
Coach Adam Oates hopes Ward could be back on the ice soon.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 22, 2013 Comments
Defenseman chosen by Washington chapter of PHWA as player 'who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey.' The 35-year-old returned to the NHL in January after two years away because of groin injuries and a fractured pelvis.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 22, 2013 Comments
Same lines at Monday skate, no Brooks Laich and no Joel Ward.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 17, 2013 Comments
Capitals captain's recent hot streak has him in Hart Trophy discussion. A look at who I'd vote for if casting my ballot on April 17.

By Stephen Whyno — Published April 17, 2013 Comments
Quotes from players on the captain standing up for Nicklas Backstrom after Jay McClement hit and the ensuing penalty kill.
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