Rob Parker

From Alzner to Ward, we're taking a look at and grading the 2013 season for every player who laced 'em up for the Caps for a significant number of games during the campaign, with an eye towards 2013-14. Next up, Marcus Johansson.

From Alzner to Ward, we're taking a look at and grading the 2013 season for every player who laced 'em up for the Caps for a significant number of games during the campaign, with an eye towards 2013-14. Next up, Eric Fehr.

From Alzner to Ward, we're taking a look at and grading the 2013 season for every player who laced 'em up for the Caps for a significant number of games during the campaign, with an eye towards 2013-14. Next up, John Carlson.

The Rangers got on the board early in game 5 when they caught the Caps napping. Fortunately, the Caps were able to battle back and win the game. A better start will be crucial to game 6.

The Washington Capitals overcame a sluggish start to hold home ice advantage. A power play strike from Joel Ward and an overtime goal from Mike Ribeiro mean the Caps have won the opportunity to close out the series on Sunday. Tell your mom you love h

For the second time this series, the fourth time in the last 11 playoff games between these two teams, it's Overtime. Next goal has the chance to close the series out on Mother's Day.

The sign of life the Caps showed to end the first carried over into the second as the Caps dominated the period until a couple penalties derailed their momentum. Both teams have owned a period and been dominated for a period. Both teams could have sc

An awful period comes to an end at the worst time for the Caps. Hopefully the signs of life continue, because the Caps (fortunately) have a manageable hole from which to dig themselves.

The power play has been the biggest strength for the Capitals this season - but needing a goal late in Game 3, it came up empty.

In our final installment of the Get to Know the Rangers series, we will examine the New York Rangers Power Play.

We continue our previews of the Capitals-Rangers series by taking a look at the New York Rangers' penalty kill, and how the Capitals might be able to exploit it.

For the fourth time in five years the Washington Capitals face the New York Rangers in the playoffs. It's a familiar foe, but let's take a look at how John Tortorella is using his new-look lineup, continuing with the defensemen.

For the fourth time in five years the Washington Capitals face the New York Rangers in the playoffs. It's a familiar foe, but let's take a look at how John Tortorella is using his new-look lineup. First up, the forwards.

Taking a look at what has, and hasn't, worked for Alex Ovechkin in the 1-3-1 power play.

The Caps were unable to build on their win against the other Pennsylvania team, and now find themselves 2-6-1 and back in the Eastern Conference basement.

After the Caps got a goal on a lucky bounce (how do you miss the VC, Tomas?), they were given a power play but were unable to convert. Terrible defensive coverage and questionable goaltending quickly had the Caps down 2. Then the Pens made quick work

An entertaining back and forth period leaves the Caps down one. Ovechkin looks into it, let's see if he can keep it up and bring some more Super Bowl Sunday magic.

Caps fight out a win against the Flyers to stay out of the Eastern Conference basement. Next up: More wins. We hope.

Caps come out with a two man advantage to start the third. Looking for a win, it might be helpful to do something with it. Alright boys, show us what you got...

Two teams in the midst of disappointing starts played a spirited, but scoreless, first period. Ovechkin involved all over the ice, for better and worse, Hendricks' night is over, Simmonds' bloody nose, and lots of sloppy power play time leaves both t

Caps fans get their wish... Alex Ovechkin plays with the team's leading assist man...

Alex Ovechkin finally gets on the score sheet, and the Washington Capitals skate away with their first win on the season.

Tracking scoring chances in hockey: is it worth the effort? Well, yes and no. We take a look at the issues in a three-part series, with some thoughts on final thoughts in Part III.

Tracking scoring chances in hockey: is it worth the effort? Well, yes and no. We take a look at the issues in a three-part series, with some thoughts on specific plays in Part II.

Tracking scoring chances in hockey: is it worth the effort? Well, yes and no. We take a look at the issues in a three-part series, starting with some general thoughts in Part I.

A look at Washington Capitals forward Mathieu Perreault's 2011-12 season, with an eye on 2012-13.

A look at Washington Capitals forward Marcus Johansson's 2011-12 season, with an eye on 2012-13.

A look at Washington Capitals forward Matt Hendricks' 2011-12 season, with an eye on 2012-13.