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Monday April 16, 2018

WATCH: How To Give A Tiny Superfan A Souvenir — A Drama In 3 Acts

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WATCH: How To Give A Tiny Superfan A Souvenir — A Drama In 3 Acts

April 16, 2018 • Brett Connolly just wanted to give a little girl a puck for a souvenir. The Capitals winger didn't know he was signing himself up for a roller coaster of emotions — which, happily, had a sweet ending.

Monday February 19, 2018

Chicago Fans Bounced For Racist Taunts Aimed At Capitals' Devante Smith-Pelly

Washington Capitals right wing Devante Smith-Pelly (25) approaches Chicago Blackhawks fans who were racially taunting him during a game in Chicago. Jeff Haynes/AP hide caption

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Chicago Fans Bounced For Racist Taunts Aimed At Capitals' Devante Smith-Pelly

February 19, 2018 • Four Chicago Blackhawks fans were ejected from their home arena for racially taunting a black player from the visiting Washington Capitals.

Thursday April 26, 2012

Washington Capitals Hockey Player Scores Winning Goal, Draws Racist Tweets

Washington Capitals right wing Joel Ward, center, is mobbed by teammates after his game-winning goal against the Boston Bruins. Charles Krupa/ASSOCIATED PRESS hide caption

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Washington Capitals Hockey Player Scores Winning Goal, Draws Racist Tweets

April 26, 2012 • Washington Capitals hockey player Joel Ward scores winning goal and is subjected to racist remarks on Twitter. Ward, who's black, says the comments didn't ruin his day.

Tuesday December 28, 2010

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Rain Could Ice NHL Winter Classic

December 28, 2010 • NHL's Winter Classic outdoor game could be delayed by rain