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Daily Caps, Caps Drop Third in a Row
In case you missed it, a late surge last night nearly brought the Capitals back from a 4-0 deficit, but the Caps came up short, losing 4-3. Caps got third period goals from Matt Bradley (3), Alex Ovechkin (9), and Nicklas Backstrom (3). It was a 6 minute surge that fell about 1 minute short.
Caps Fall to Panthers 5-3
voices.washingtonpost.com — Well maybe it was a good thing that this game wasn't on TV. It was far from... pretty with three of the eight goals (the Caps' first and the Panthers' second and third tallies) ricocheting off someone or something. *Tonight's game is the Capitals' first ... (more) Caps Fall to Panthers 5-3
For Caps' Ovechkin, it's all about the pursuit of happiness - LA Daily News
dailynews.com — ANAHEIM -- Alexander Ovechkin deftly shook a defenseman and beat the goalie top shelf. He threw his... signature uppercut several times in windmill-like fashion and added one of those customary leg kicks. A short time later, Ovechkin lost the puck in ... (more) For Caps' Ovechkin, it's all about the pursuit of ...
New Lines For Caps
voices.washingtonpost.com — After last night's 5-3 loss to Florida, the Caps' second in a row, Coach Bruce Boudreau has... rearranged his injury-depleted lineup. It's probably too soon to read much into the new combos since Alex Ovechkin isn't practicing, but they're worth getting ... (more) New Lines For Caps
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MVN RSSDaily Caps, Caps Drop Third in a Row | Home Shaun Alexander Released By PennSkinsFan | November 25, 2008 RB Shaun Alexander was released by the Redskins today.  Alexander became a victim of two things. First, Ladell Betts is healthy again and able to backup Clinton Portis, therefore, Alexander simply became expendable.  Second, the Redskins are in need of defensive line, because of injuries to Cornelius Griffin and Kedric Golston. Alexander had 11 carries for 24 yards and 11 reception for 9 yards in 4 games with the Redskins. The Redskins welcome back ...

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