Thursday’s game against the Capitals will mark the 12th time in franchise history that Ottawa is playing on New Year’s Day. And will be their fourth matchup against Washington on New Year’s Day — making the Capitals their most frequent opponent on Jan. 1.

In what was their last game of 2025, the New York Rangers suffered a 6-3 loss at the hands of the Washington Capitals.

Get Washington vs New York hockey betting preview, spread and over/under insights for their matchup on Dec. 31.

A couple of Blueshirts have been forced to pack it in before 2025 came to a close. Prior to the third period of Wednesday afternoon’s matchup between the New York Rangers and Washington Capitals, the Rangers announced that forwards Conor Sheary and Noah Laba wouldn’t return for the rest of the game.

The Washington Capitals landed two players on Team Canada's Olympic roster, righting the wrongs of past snubs.

Defenseman Jakob Chychrun scored in overtime and Logan Thompson made 35 saves as the Capitals beat the Devils 4-3 on Saturday night.

Paul Maurice admits Panthers’ win over Capitals felt “disjointed,” citing power plays and pace after Florida’s latest comeback victory.

Get Florida vs Washington hockey betting preview, spread and over/under insights for their matchup on Dec. 29.

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