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  • Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (left) and defenseman John Erskine take a break during a team workout at Kettler Iceplex on Tuesday. Sunday marked the first day of training camp at Kettler, with the season opening at Tampa Bay on Saturday. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

    ‘Time to go’ for Capitals as training camp opens

    Not too many fans gathered to watch Matt Hendricks bark out orders for his Washington Capitals teammates last week during informal workouts, but each day the group on the ice at the team's practice facility grew.

  • In this photo taken April 19, 2011, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman poses at the offices of the National Hockey League in New York. Speaking after the NHL's Board of Governors meeting on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2011, during the All-Star weekend in Ottawa, Bettman remained hopeful a deal can be reached with one of three prospective buyers to keep the league-controlled Phoenix Coyotes in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

    Columbus to host 2013 NHL All-Star Game

    Washington Capitals public address announcer Wes Johnson wants to broadcast a Stanley Cup Final, a Winter Classic and an All-Star Game. The Winter Classic is coming to the D.C. area soon enough, but Johnson and the Caps will have to wait at the very least until 2014 for an NHL All-Star Game.

  • Defenseman Karl Alzner, 23, is praised by Capitals brass for his sound technique, and he wants to add offense to his repertoire. "I've been working on handling the puck more and making better plays." (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

    Capitals' shutdown-specialist Karl Alzner drawing comparisons to Hall of Famer Langway

    There are times in a game when Karl Alzner knows he made a mistake. It's likely no one else in the arena notices — not even on his own bench.

  • Right wing Mike Knuble (from left), left wing Alex Ovechkin and center Nicklas Backstrom constitute the bulk of the firepower on the Capitals' top two lines and serve as the foundation for leadership. They again will be counted on to provide ample offense as Washington takes aim at its first Stanley Cup. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

    A Cup for the Capitals?

    It's the dream of owner Ted Leonsis, who said he'd "cry like a baby" if it happened. It's the dream of public address announcer Wes Johnson, who said he wouldn't be able to hear himself if it happened. It's the dream of every kid who wants to play in the NHL.

  • Timberwolves interview Terry Porter

    Terry Porter spent 17 seasons in the NBA as a point guard, a two-time All-Star who helped Portland reach the NBA finals and was regarded as one of the smartest players at his position.

  • Timberwolves keep Johnson, Ellington, Hayward

    The Minnesota Timberwolves have picked up contract options for swingman Wes Johnson, guard Wayne Ellington and forward Lazar Hayward.

  • Timberwolves take F Derrick Williams at No. 2

    Derrick Williams is on his way to Minnesota and Timberwolves President David Kahn emphatically told fans that he is coming here to stay.

  • Timberwolves grab Williams at No. 2

    Derrick Williams is on his way to Minnesota and Timberwolves President David Kahn emphatically told fans that he is coming here to stay.

  • Timberwolves owner looks for 2nd half improvement

    Owner Glen Taylor is well aware of the Minnesota Timberwolves' long-term rebuilding plan. He is starting to see improvement and likes the core of young players that have been assembled.

  • Wolves lose Webster for 4 to 6 weeks after surgery

    The Minnesota Timberwolves' newfound depth at swingman is already being tested.

  • Syracuse University head coach Jim Boeheim, center, poses with former Syracuse players after receiving The Sporting News Coach of the Year honors during halftime of the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Detroit Pistons preseason NBA basketball game, Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, in Syracuse, N.Y. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)

    Love's 21 leads Wolves over Pistons, 99-88

    Kevin Love had 21 points and 10 rebounds, former Syracuse star Wes Johnson added four points and three assists in his return to the Carrier Dome as an NBA rookie, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Detroit Pistons 99-88 on Friday night.

  • Flynn, Johnson on mend for Wolves

    Minnesota Timberwolves President David Kahn says point guard Jonny Flynn likely will miss the first week of the season while he works his way back from hip surgery.

  • AP source: Timberwolves will land F Tolliver

    The Minnesota Timberwolves added another young, versatile forward to their rebuilt roster on Friday, agreeing to terms with free agent Anthony Tolliver on a two-year deal.

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