Ooooh right, he's in Hershey. Looks like Frederic Cassivi will get a chance to play some in a Caps sweater. Brent Johnson is rehabbing a twisted knee in a Bears uniform after looking to get back on the Caps bench as Olaf Kolzig's back up.
Speaking of the standings, the Capitals have registered 13 points in their last 10 games. That is the most in the Southeast Division (Carolina 9 pts., Atlanta 10 pts., Florida 9 pts., Tampa 6 pts.). The Southeast is more like the Southworst. Not a single team in the division has more goals for than against. If the Caps can take advantage, a playoff trip is possible if the status quo continues.
Speaking of stars, the NHL named Olaf Kolzig the third star of the night.
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Thursday, January 10, 2008
Thursday, June 21, 2007
What do the Caps really need?
The Washington Capitals will once again stand to gain big in this years NHL Draft which kicks off tomorrow with a party at Kettler, and a reveal of the new jerseys for the next season. But while most Caps fans will be entertained by former Caps (Mike Gartner will make an appearance) and flashy new threads, the fact remains, this is a team that needs a lot of help.
Some have said that the Caps need some d-men, others said they need a playmaker center. But what the Caps may need most is goaltending. Nicklas Backstrom will definitely improve the offense (which the Caps are pretty loaded up on right now), and there is still talk of landing a big name free agent (but McPhee won't be using draft picks for any trades as he told reporters on XM Radio that it's not smart to do so after the Philly/Nash trade). What the Caps may draft is a solid Goaltender, and that would make the most sense.
The Caps are loaded on prospective D-men, adding another that may waste away in the minors will be a ... er, well, a waste. Prospect forwards are starting to cram the starting lineup in Hershey and in DC. What's left? A veteran goaltender whose clock is running out and a back up goaltender that has not had a winning record since leaving St. Louis for Phoenix. The Caps are hurting in the goaltending column.
If Olaf Kolzig gets hurt again, it could be a career ending injury. That is scarier than finishing another season with 70 points. It's likely that Brent Johnson will take over the starting reigns, but his record is not a shining one: 16 wins, 33 losses over three seasons. Not a something to write home about. Johnson is a capable back up, not a starting goaltender in the NHL. The Caps have really no one in the tube after Johnson.
Fredric Cassivi's contract is not with the Capitals, it's with the Hershey Bears. And at 32 years old, he is not the future. Another prospect looks like he will be staying in the Russian league and the rest are as obscure as the Democratic presidential hopefuls after Obama, Clinton and Edwards. Picking a goaltender may not be a bad idea for the Capitals.
Some have said that the Caps need some d-men, others said they need a playmaker center. But what the Caps may need most is goaltending. Nicklas Backstrom will definitely improve the offense (which the Caps are pretty loaded up on right now), and there is still talk of landing a big name free agent (but McPhee won't be using draft picks for any trades as he told reporters on XM Radio that it's not smart to do so after the Philly/Nash trade). What the Caps may draft is a solid Goaltender, and that would make the most sense.
The Caps are loaded on prospective D-men, adding another that may waste away in the minors will be a ... er, well, a waste. Prospect forwards are starting to cram the starting lineup in Hershey and in DC. What's left? A veteran goaltender whose clock is running out and a back up goaltender that has not had a winning record since leaving St. Louis for Phoenix. The Caps are hurting in the goaltending column.
If Olaf Kolzig gets hurt again, it could be a career ending injury. That is scarier than finishing another season with 70 points. It's likely that Brent Johnson will take over the starting reigns, but his record is not a shining one: 16 wins, 33 losses over three seasons. Not a something to write home about. Johnson is a capable back up, not a starting goaltender in the NHL. The Caps have really no one in the tube after Johnson.
Fredric Cassivi's contract is not with the Capitals, it's with the Hershey Bears. And at 32 years old, he is not the future. Another prospect looks like he will be staying in the Russian league and the rest are as obscure as the Democratic presidential hopefuls after Obama, Clinton and Edwards. Picking a goaltender may not be a bad idea for the Capitals.
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Caps Battle Back, Lose In SO
Capitals 5, Panthers 6 OT/SO (0-2)
Scoresheet – Wash Post
I expected the Caps to be a little shell shocked after the trade deadline. But the Caps came out flat. That could have been the story. But the Caps fought back and in the end, the game got pretty entertaining.
The Capitals have lost three major players. They are players who were in that locker room for many games, the ones who were talking between periods, encouraging their teammates. That is something that is missed, but easily fixed. I expected the Caps to be a little off when they looked at those empty spots in the locker room.
In all fairness, the Panthers were in the same boat in a way. They had lost Gary Roberts, a respected voice in that locker room. They had a day to get over it, the Caps’ axe dropped right around noon. They also lost Todd Bertuzzi, but he was injured for most the season, sort of like Richard Zednik for the Caps, not a big loss.
Brent Johnson was shakey, and sat after only playing the first period. Fredric Cassivi had his chance in net and did well. Bryan Muir was back in the line up after a broken foot has healed. Donald Brashear spent some time on the top line, taking over Dainius Zubrus spot (yea I said Donald Brashear). Alex Ovechkin snaps out of his scoring slump scoring 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) and received the number one star.
The Caps battled hard in this game, and several times it looked as if they were going to pull out the win. Ovie said it right after the game: “I still think we have a great team. It doesn't matter who we lost or who comes here.” Get use to saying that a lot.
Whatever funk the Capitals are in, they have to shake out of it in a hurry when they face the Tampa Bay Lightning who are on fire of late. If the Caps wish to win they have to out work the Lightning.
If you still have a trade hangover and need a fix, check out Japer's Rink where he has quotes. I want quotes.
Scoresheet – Wash Post
I expected the Caps to be a little shell shocked after the trade deadline. But the Caps came out flat. That could have been the story. But the Caps fought back and in the end, the game got pretty entertaining.
The Capitals have lost three major players. They are players who were in that locker room for many games, the ones who were talking between periods, encouraging their teammates. That is something that is missed, but easily fixed. I expected the Caps to be a little off when they looked at those empty spots in the locker room.
In all fairness, the Panthers were in the same boat in a way. They had lost Gary Roberts, a respected voice in that locker room. They had a day to get over it, the Caps’ axe dropped right around noon. They also lost Todd Bertuzzi, but he was injured for most the season, sort of like Richard Zednik for the Caps, not a big loss.
Brent Johnson was shakey, and sat after only playing the first period. Fredric Cassivi had his chance in net and did well. Bryan Muir was back in the line up after a broken foot has healed. Donald Brashear spent some time on the top line, taking over Dainius Zubrus spot (yea I said Donald Brashear). Alex Ovechkin snaps out of his scoring slump scoring 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) and received the number one star.
The Caps battled hard in this game, and several times it looked as if they were going to pull out the win. Ovie said it right after the game: “I still think we have a great team. It doesn't matter who we lost or who comes here.” Get use to saying that a lot.
Whatever funk the Capitals are in, they have to shake out of it in a hurry when they face the Tampa Bay Lightning who are on fire of late. If the Caps wish to win they have to out work the Lightning.
If you still have a trade hangover and need a fix, check out Japer's Rink where he has quotes. I want quotes.
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