Epix begins filming a Classic

(Katherine Frey / The Washington Post)

Cameras will follow the Capitals in the weeks leading up to the New Year’s Day game against Chicago.

Scores and Schedule

Teams | Standings | Statistics | Scoreboard

Epix begins filming a Classic

Epix begins filming a Classic

Cameras will follow the Capitals in the weeks leading up to the New Year’s Day game against Chicago.

Green to miss sixth straight, aims to return Tuesday

Green to miss sixth straight, aims to return Tuesday

“I’m anxious to get back, but we’ve got to be smart,” Green said. “That’s the last thing you want, is setbacks.“

In Carolina, Caps find production from 4th line

In Carolina, Caps find production from 4th line

“We’re a line that’s got to create some energy for guys and get the guys going,” Jason Chimera said, after his assist cushioned Washington in a 2-1 victory over Carolina.

Postgame: Caps not ‘flashy,’ but escaped with needed road win

Postgame: Caps not ‘flashy,’ but escaped with needed road win

For the first time since March 2012, the Capitals won in regulation when scoring two goals or fewer.

Caps hit the road and get a lift from Fehr

Caps hit the road and get a lift from Fehr

The forward scores with four minutes left to snap Washington’s two-game losing skid with a 2-1 win at Carolina.

Capitals at Hurricanes: Game 25 discussion thread

Capitals at Hurricanes: Game 25 discussion thread

Chat about the first of nine road games for the Capitals this month.

What’s causing the NHL’s mumps outbreak?

What’s causing the NHL’s mumps outbreak?

The Anaheim Ducks, St. Louis Blues, New York Rangers and the Minnesota Wild, who diagnosed a fifth team member with the virus on Thursday, have all been affected.

Division-heavy December begins Thursday for Caps

Division-heavy December begins Thursday for Caps

“They’re all four-point games,” Coach Barry Trotz said, “especially when you’re playing within the conference.”

Must change slow starts

Must change slow starts

The Capitals have the NHL’s third-worst record when trailing first, like Tuesday against Vancouver.

Capitals struggle to dig themselves out when they get down early

Capitals struggle to dig themselves out when they get down early

Washington has lost 12 of the 13 games in which they’ve allowed the first goal this season.

Hoping to find themselves on road trip

Hoping to find themselves on road trip

Capitals need to shake off doldrums, and if they’re going to do it soon, it will likely be away from Verizon Center.

Mike Green traveling, but will miss fifth straight

Mike Green traveling, but will miss fifth straight

Rookie Liam O’Brien will also travel, despite hints he may soon head to Hershey.

D.C.-hosted All-Star game could ‘be in line soon’

Once the Winter Classic ends, NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly expects the Capitals to make a play for the All-Star game.

Another loss obscured strong nights from Carlson, Laich

Another loss obscured strong nights from Carlson, Laich

Carlson scored twice for the first time in his career, while Laich notched his first goal since March 8.

Postgame: Again, Caps killed by penalties

Postgame: Again, Caps killed by penalties

“Not one thing in particular that’s happening,” defenseman Matt Niskanen said. “We’re giving up goals on the penalty kill in different ways.“

Canucks’ power play kills Caps

Canucks’ power play kills Caps

Washington’s penalty kill continues to struggle, allowing three of Vancouver’s four goals in a frustrating loss at Verizon Center.

NHL’s deputy commissioner talks Kings fine, Backstrom’s appeal

NHL’s deputy commissioner talks Kings fine, Backstrom’s appeal

Bill Daly says the NHL stands behind Nicklas Backstrom in his WADA appeal, also says there will be no alumni game before the Winter Classic.

Capitals vs. Canucks: Game 24 discussion thread

Capitals vs. Canucks: Game 24 discussion thread

The Capitals look to begin a road-heavy December with a win at home.

Updated: NFLPA denies union pressured Sen. Jay Rockefeller not to hold domestic violence hearing

Updated: NFLPA denies union pressured Sen. Jay Rockefeller not to hold domestic violence hearing

The union, as well as other major sports organizations, however, can’t deny past problems with domestic violence and professional athletics.

Backup Peters stays positive after tough outing vs. Toronto

Backup Peters stays positive after tough outing vs. Toronto

Justin Peters was benched then put back in during Saturday’s blowout, but December’s schedule means he can get extra work with positional coach Mitch Korn.

Gordie Howe takes turn for the worse after suffering major stroke, his son says

Gordie Howe takes turn for the worse after suffering major stroke, his son says

It’s the third stroke to befall Howe since October.

Capitals falling back into bad habit of allowing goals right after they score

Capitals falling back into bad habit of allowing goals right after they score

The rate in which the Capitals have given up quick-response goals this season has decreased, with only four in 23 games, but three have come within the past five games.

Knowing how to pick a fight

Knowing how to pick a fight

The Capitals’ Tom Wilson is a big presence with the ability to play on the top line, and he will drop his gloves when needed.

Alex Ovechkin could be your landlord for $6,500 per month

Alex Ovechkin could be your landlord for $6,500 per month

The Capitals star is looking for tenants for his former Arlington home.

Capitals still trying ‘to put a streak together’

Capitals still trying ‘to put a streak together’

“You’ve got to start to climb,” forward Brooks Laich said. “Just being mediocre is not acceptable for this group.”

Laich returned from shoulder injury without issue

Plus notes on Liam O’Brien’s possible reassignment and Mike Green’ remaining day-to-day.

Caps have ‘got to learn’ from latest quick-response goal

Caps have ‘got to learn’ from latest quick-response goal

Only the Hurricanes have allowed as many goals within 45 seconds of scoring this season.

NHL projected standings: Penguins and Blackhawks on top, Islanders for real

NHL projected standings: Penguins and Blackhawks on top, Islanders for real

Penguins are 16-5-2 and have a plus-26 goal differential. The Blackhawks are one of the best puck possession teams in the league.

Capitals archives

Editor's Choice

A veteran works through the grind

With more than 1,100 games under Ryan Zimmerman’s big league belt, how does the Nationals star prepare for 162 games in 182 days?

First and 17

Inside the season with the nation’s top-rated football prospect, Woodbridge’s Da’Shawn Hand.

Sports at a Glance