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USA Hockey announced 44 players for their men's 2026 Winter Olympics orientation camp, but John Carlson, a prominent defenseman for the Washington Capitals and previous Olympian, was notably not included, along with other notable snubs. The final roster will be announced in early January, with some players possibly making the team despite not attending the camp.
The Washington Capitals bounced back from a tough loss to the Buffalo Sabres with a crucial win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, showcasing one of their best performances in recent weeks. John Carlson scored the game-winning goal, setting a new franchise record for most goals by a defenseman, while Dylan Strome achieved a career-high in scoring. The Capitals dominated with 56 hits, overcame a defensive injury, and held superstar Nikita Kucherov in check. Goalie Charlie Lindgren's standout performance helped secure the victory.
The Washington Capitals suffered a 3-2 shootout loss to the Boston Bruins despite out-chancing them, but the loser’s point moved them into third place in the Metropolitan Division. John Carlson scored his eighth goal in his 1,000th NHL game, tying the franchise record for defenseman goals. Some ice-time decisions were questioned, and players like Nick Jensen and Vinny Iorio received praise for their performances. The Capitals are now in third place in the division for the first time since December 10.
Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson reached the milestone of 1,000 NHL games, with pop singer Vanessa Carlton remixing her hit song “A Thousand Miles” to celebrate the occasion. Carlson, who has spent his entire career with the Capitals, has been a versatile player, logging significant minutes in various game situations. His milestone comes after teammate T.J. Oshie also reached 1,000 games. The Capitals are aiming to return to the playoffs after missing out last year, with Carlson playing a key role in their 2018 Stanley Cup victory.
Vanessa Carlton performed a special rendition of her hit song "A Thousand Miles" to celebrate NHL player John Carlson's milestone of playing 1,000 league games for the Washington Capitals, incorporating updated lyrics that highlighted his achievements and expressing fan appreciation. The performance was shared on the team's social media, and the crossover between Carlson and Carlton was playfully acknowledged. Carlson, a defenseman and alternate captain, reached this milestone on Saturday night during a game against the Boston Bruins.
Vanessa Carlton performed a special rendition of her hit song "A Thousand Miles" to celebrate NHL player John Carlson's milestone of playing 1,000 league games for the Washington Capitals, with updated lyrics honoring his achievements, including a Stanley Cup win. The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter's performance was shared on the team's page, showcasing her appreciation for Carlson and the Capitals, ahead of his 1,000th game appearance.
Grammy-nominated singer Vanessa Carlton changed the lyrics to her iconic song "A Thousand Miles" in tribute to John Carlson's 1,000th NHL game, performing a special rendition for the Washington Capitals defenseman. The unique musical tribute, featuring altered lyrics referencing Carlson's career highlights, was well-received by fans and added an extra touch of celebration to the milestone event.
The Washington Capitals dominated the Chicago Blackhawks with a 6-1 victory, led by John Carlson's return from injury with a goal and an assist. Alex Ovechkin scored his 41st goal of the season, and Dylan Strome set a new career high in assists against his former team. The Capitals have earned at least one point in 11-straight home games against the Blackhawks dating back to 2006. Darcy Kuemper made 28 saves in the win.
The Washington Capitals dominated the Chicago Blackhawks 6-1 in a physical game, with John Carlson making his return after a long injury. Alex Ovechkin scored a breakaway goal, while Anton Khudobin's mistake gifted Conor Sheary a goal. The Blackhawks struggled to create chances, with their only goal coming from a screened shot. The Caps played well, got a good guy back, and had a fun time.
John Carlson is set to make his return to the Washington Capitals after a three-month absence due to a fractured skull and severed temporal artery. While his return is worth celebrating, the Capitals are unlikely to make the playoffs this season, leading to questions about whether it's worth risking Carlson's health for the remaining 10 games. However, Carlson's presence will undoubtedly make the team better, taking some of the load off Rasmus Sandin and potentially helping the team's power play. Additionally, Carlson's return will give him confidence and show Caps brass that he's still got it.
John Carlson returns to the Washington Capitals lineup after a three-month absence due to injury, resulting in a shuffle of the team's defensive pairings. Carlson will be paired with Martin Fehervary on the first pairing, while Rasmus Sandin will move to the second pairing with Nick Jensen. Carlson will also take back his first unit duties on the power play from Sandin. Darcy Kuemper will start in goal for the Capitals against the Chicago Blackhawks.