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Washington Capitals goalie Justin Peters (35) and defenseman Brooks Orpik (44) defend the goal against Dallas Stars left wing Ryan Garbutt (16) during the second period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015, in Dallas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Pair of goals in 16-second span thwart Capitals’ comeback attempt

Associated Press

Washington Capitals head coach Barry Trotz looks on during NHL hockey training camp, Friday, Sept. 19, 2014, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Nashville reunion coming at right time for Capitals’ Barry Trotz, Predators’ David Poile

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Washington Capitals left wing Jason Chimera, left, and center Jay Beagle celebrate Chimera's goal in the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Making a 20th consecutive start, Capitals’ Braden Holtby shuts out Flyers

By Joseph White - Associated Press

Washington Capitals center Jay Beagle, right, celebrates his goal with Jason Chimera (25) during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Colorado Avalanche, Monday, Jan. 12, 2015, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Resiliency late in games becoming key to Capitals’ torrid pace

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Capitals defenseman Nate Schmidt will miss six-to-eight weeks with a broken left shoulder blade following a collision while playing for the Hershey Bears on Sunday. (Associated Press) **FILE**

Capitals defenseman Nate Schmidt to miss 6-to-8 weeks

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin, left, and center Nicklas Backstrom pause during a Capitals hockey practice, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2014, at Kettler Capitals Iceplex in Arlington, Va. Ovechkin's father had heart surgery, and Backstrom missed the gold medal game because of a failed doping test. Both players are back from an eventful Olympics. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Alex Ovechkin in, Nicklas Backstrom snubbed in All-Star Game selection

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Philadelphia Flyers' Steve Mason, left, blocks a shot by Washington Capitals' Mike Green, right, during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Jakub Voracek’s power play goal sends Flyers to overtime victory over Capitals

By Dan Gelson - Associated Press

Washington Capitals defenseman Matt Niskanen, left, skates against New Jersey Devils right wing Mike Sislo during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, in Newark, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Matt Niskanen held out of practice with unspecified lower-body injury

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Washington Capitals' Andre Burakovsky celebrates after scoring a goal during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Montreal Canadiens, Thursday, Oct 9, 2014, in Washington. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)

In season of ups and downs, Andre Burakovsky learning to stay focused

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Fans cheer after the Washington Capitals defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 in the Winter Classic outdoor NHL hockey game at Nationals Park in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

Winter Classic proves wildly popular with D.C. hockey fans

By Andrea Noble - The Washington Times

Chicago Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane (88) skates with the puck as he is covered by Washington Capitals defenseman Matt Niskanen (2) in the first period of the Winter Classic outdoor NHL hockey game at Nationals Park, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Capitals top Blackhawks 3-2 in Winter Classic

By JOSEPH WHITE - Associated Press

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin, right, celebrates the game-winning goal by his teammate Troy Brouwer during the closing seconds of the third period of the Winter Classic outdoor NHL hockey game at Nationals Park in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015. Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom (19), of Sweden, and goalie Braden Holtby (70) celebrate with teammates on the bench. The Capitals beat the Blackhawks, 3-2. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

LOVERRO: Winter Classic victory may be start of something special in D.C. in 2015

By Thom Loverro - The Washington Times

Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom (19), from Sweden, defenseman Mike Green (52) and left wing Alex Ovechkin (8), from Russia, surround right wing Troy Brouwer (20) after Brouwer scored the winning goal as Chicago Blackhawks right wing Marian Hossa (81), from Slovakia, looks on in the third period of the Winter Classic outdoor NHL hockey game at Nationals Park, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015, in Washington. The Capitals won 3-2. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Capitals win Winter Classic on last-minute goal

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Chicago Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane was one of the many players in Thursday's Winter Classic who had to adjust to the sun's glare on the ice at Nationals Park. (Associated Press)

Capitals, Blackhawks adapt to Nationals Park’s outdoor variables at Winter Classic

By Tom Schad - The Washington Times

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin, left, takes a shot on teammate goalie Braden Holtby, right, during a team practice on the outdoor hockey at Nationals Park in Washington, Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014. The Capitals face off against the Chicago Blackhawks in the Winter Classic outdoor hockey game on New Year's Day. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

Winter Classic: Outdoor hockey brings back memories for Capitals players

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Washington Capitals' Eric Fehr in action during a preseason NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

LOVERRO: Former Winter Classic hero Eric Fehr ready for Capitals’ outdoor showcase

By Thom Loverro - The Washington Times

Washington Capitals defenseman Brooks Orpik (44) skates during a drill at NHL hockey training camp, Friday, Sept. 19, 2014, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Despite optimism, injury may prevent Brooks Orpik from playing in Winter Classic

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Washington Capitals goalie Braden Holtby (70) and New York Rangers' Martin St. Louis (26) watch a puck shot near the goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014, in New York. St. Louis scored on the play. The Rangers won the game 4-2. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Capitals’ three-game winning streak snapped in loss to Rangers

By Mike Farrell - Associated Press

Washington Capitals defenseman Karl Alzner (27) and goalie Braden Holtby (70) celebrate after an NHL hockey game against the Ottawa Senators, Monday, Dec. 22, 2014, in Washington. The Capitals won 2-1. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Braden Holtby matches season-high in saves in Capitals’ victory over Ottawa

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Washington Capitals' Andre Burakovsky celebrates after scoring a goal during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Montreal Canadiens, Thursday, Oct 9, 2014, in Washington. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)

After prolonged stint as a healthy scratch, Capitals send Andre Burakovsky to Hershey

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times