4 takeaways from the Capitals’ 2-1 win over the Kings – The Hockey Writers Latest news, analysis and more

The Washington Capitals beat the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 at home on Monday night, a much-needed victory after eight games with only three wins. Spencer Carbery recorded his 100th victory a well-deserved milestone as head coach. The Capitals looked better than in recent games, and the defense kept them in the game from start to […]

NHL Injuries: Sabres, Stars, Oilers, Wild, Blues, Maple Leafs, Canucks, Golden Knights, Capitals and Jets

Mike Harrington: The Buffalo Sabers are “cautiously optimistic” that defenseman Owen Power could be ready Thursday, according to coach Lindy Ruff. Goalkeeper Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is making progress. Mike Harrington: There is power on the IR, but it is retroactive to last week, and he is eligible to come off the IR before the game. Bruce […]

NHL injuries: Sabres, Stars, Oilers, Wild, Blues, Maple Leafs, Canucks, Golden Knights, Capitals and Jets

Mike Harrington: According to coach Lindy Ruff, the Buffalo Sabres are “careful optimistic” that defender Owen Power could be ready on Thursday. Goalkeeper Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is making progress. Mike Harrington: There is electricity on the IR, but it has retroactive effect until last week, and he is eligible to get off the IR before the […]

NHL injuries: Sabres, Flames, Blackhawks, Oilers, Devils, Islanders, Rangers, Sens, Flyers, Capitals and Jets

Paul Hamilton: Buffalo Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said that defender Owen Power is progressing and on schedule. Power and Forward Jordan Greenway skated yesterday. Greenway is not ready for their season opener on Thursday. It looks like Zach Benson and Mattias Samuelsson have to be ready for Thursday. Bill Hoppe: Sabres goalkeeper Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, defender […]