The Washington Capitals are one of the most successful teams in the National Hockey League (NHL). Founded in 1974, the Capitals have become a staple in the Washington D.C. area and have won one Stanley Cup championship in 2018.
With a roster full of talent, the Capitals are always looking to keep their fans on the edge of their seats with exciting plays and big wins.
Whether at the Capital Center or in their current home, the Capital One Arena, the Washington Capitals always guarantee an entertaining night of hockey.
1. Alexander Ovechkin
Washington Capitals
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- Former teams: Dynamo Moscow
- National team: Russia
- NHL Draft: 1st overall, 2004
- Washington Capitals
Alexander Ovechkin is a professional ice hockey player who plays for the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL). He has also played for Russian teams including Moscow Dynamo, Lokomotiv Yaroslavl and Tver Kontinental.
In 2007, he was selected as Russia's best young player and in 2009 he became its first ever male athlete to be named Athlete of the Year. Ovechkin has won two Olympic gold medals (2010, 2016) and three World Championships (2007, 2010, 2013).
He holds the record for most goals scored in an NHL season with 286; this was broken by Sidney Crosby in 2017.
In 2018, he won his fourth Hart Memorial Trophy as NHL MVP Award making him only the second player after Wayne Gretzky to win four awards consecutively on one team (the other being Mario Lemieux).
Alexander Ovechkin is a professional ice hockey player who played for the Washington Capitals of the NHL. He was drafted first overall in 2004 and has since become one of the game's most dominant players.
Alexander Ovechkin has been a key part of two Stanley Cup-winning teams (2010 with Washington, 2012 with Dynamo Moscow), as well as several other playoff appearances and championships.
Known for his powerful shot and goal-scoring ability, Alexander Ovechkin is also known for his leadership qualities on and off the ice, having served as captain of both the Capitals and Russia national teams at various points in his career.
Alexander Ovechkin will be 33 years old at the end of this season; still young enough to play at an elite level if he chooses to continue playing professionally.
Also Played For: stanley cup, 2020–21 nhl season
2. John Carlson
Washington Capitals
Career
- 2005–06: New Jersey Rockets
- 2006–07: New Jersey Rockets
- 2006–07: Indiana Ice
- 2007–08: Indiana Ice
- 2008–09: London Knights
- 2008–09: Hershey Bears
- 2009–10: Hershey Bears
- 2009–10: Washington Capitals
John Carlson is a highly skilled and experienced defenseman who has played in the NHL for eight seasons. He was drafted by the Washington Capitals in 2008, and has since become one of their most important players.
Carlson is known for his puck-moving ability and strong defensive play, which have led to him being named to multiple All-Star teams and winning two Stanley Cups with the Capitals (2011, 2018).
In 2019, he signed a three-year contract extension with the Capitals that will keep him with them through 2024.
Outside of hockey, Carlson enjoys spending time with his family and playing golf. John Carlson was drafted by the Washington Capitals in 2008 and has since played for them in the NHL.
He is a defenseman who shoots right and has represented his country at multiple tournaments.
John Carlson is currently playing for the Capitals, having signed a long-term contract with them in 2013.
John Carlson's on-ice achievements include winning two consecutive Norris Trophies as the best defenseman in the NHL (2013 & 2014).
In 2017 he led all defensemen with 31 goals scored, helping to lead Washington to their first Stanley Cup championship since 1998.
John Carlson will continue to be one of the stars of hockey - watch out for him next season.
Also Played For: massachusetts hockey, 2019–20 nhl season
3. Jaromír Jágr
Rytíři Kladno
Career
- 1988–89: Poldi SONP Kladno
- 1989–90: Poldi SONP Kladno
- 1990–91: Pittsburgh Penguins
- 1991–92: Pittsburgh Penguins
- 1992–93: Pittsburgh Penguins
Jaromír Jágr is a Czech winger who has played for the Pittsburgh Penguins, HC Bolzano, Washington Capitals, New York Rangers and Dallas Stars in his career.
Jaromír Jágr was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the second round of the 1990 NHL Draft. He made his professional debut with Rytíři Kladno in 1989-90 before joining HC Bolzano two years later.
In 1996, Jaromír Jágr joined the Washington Capitals as one of their first-ever international players and helped them reach the Stanley Cup Finals that year.
After three seasons with Washington, he moved to New York Rangers where he spent six seasons before moving on to Dallas Stars in the 2009-10 season.
After spending just one season with Dallas Star Jaromír Jágr is a Slovak-born Czech professional ice hockey player who has played his entire career in the NHL.
Jágr was drafted fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1990 and made his debut with them that same year. He has since won two Stanley Cups (1991, 1992) and one Conn Smythe Trophy as MVP of the playoffs (2002).
Jágr also represented Czechoslovakia at three Olympic Games, winning a silver medal at Nagano in 1998 and gold medals at Turin in 2006 and Sochi in 2014.
In 2017 he announced his retirement from professional ice hockey after playing 19 seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Also Played For: national hockey league, new york rangers
4. Larry Murphy
Career
- 1978–79: Peterborough Petes
- 1978–79: Peterborough Petes
- 1979–80: Peterborough Petes
- 1979–80: Peterborough Petes
- 1980–81: Los Angeles Kings
- 1981–82: Los Angeles Kings
- 1982–83: Los Angeles Kings
- 1983–84: Los Angeles Kings
Murphy was a Norris Trophy winner as the best defenceman in the NHL in 1988.
He played for the Philadelphia Flyers, Los Angeles Kings and Chicago Blackhawks before retiring after the 2002-03 season.
Murphy has been inducted into both the Hockey Hall of Fame and Canada's Sports Hall of Fame.
In 2010 he became an assistant coach with his hometown Toronto Maple Leafs team Larry Murphy was drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in 1980 and played for them until 2001.
He won a Stanley Cup with the Kings in 1993 and was also an All-Star several times throughout his career.
After leaving the NHL, Murphy went on to play for teams in Europe including spells with the Washington Capitals, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Red Wings.
In 2002 he retired from professional hockey after playing 18 seasons across all levels of competition.
Larry Murphy is now a broadcaster for Hockey Night in Canada where he covers both Canadian provincial championships as well as international matches featuring Team Canada.
Also Played For: detroit red wings, pittsburgh penguins
5. Adam Oates
Center
Career
- 1979–80: Markham Waxers
- 1980–81: Markham Waxers
- 1981–82: Markham Waxers
- 1982–83: R.P.I Engineers
- 1983–84: R.P.I Engineers
- 1984–85: R.P.I Engineers
- 1985–86: Detroit Red Wings
Adam Oates is a two-time winner of the Stanley Cup as part of the Montreal Canadiens. He played in over 1,000 NHL games and was captain of the Boston Bruins for parts of three seasons.
Oates was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2012, his first year eligible. After retirement from hockey, he became an assistant coach with the New Jersey Devils where he served until 2017 when he joined HC Kladno as head coach.
Adam Oates currently resides in Weston with his wife Kelly and their children Sydney and Brody Adam Oates played for the Detroit Red Wings, St. Louis Blues, Boston Bruins, Washington Capitals and Philadelphia Flyers over a ten-year career.
He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2003. Adam Oates also had an NHL Draft Undrafted status which means he did not go through the draft but was signed as a free agent by an NHL team instead. Adam Oates retired after playing with Edmonton Oilers in 2004 season.
Also Played For: st louis blues trade, boston bruins
6. Marcus Johansson
Center
Career
- NHL team: Minnesota Wild
- Former teams: Färjestad BK
- Washington Capitals
- New Jersey Devils
- Boston Bruins
- Buffalo Sabres
- Seattle Kraken
- National team: Sweden
- NHL Draft: 24th overall, 2009
- Washington Capitals
Marcus Johansson was born in Landskrona, Sweden on October 6th, 1990. He played youth hockey with his local team before moving to North America to play for the Washington Capitals of the NHL in 2006.
After playing three seasons with Washington, he was traded to the New York Islanders in 2011 where he spent four seasons and won a Stanley Cup championship in 2015.
Johansson then signed with the Vegas Golden Knights as a free agent ahead of their inaugural season in 2017-18 and has since helped them win two more championships (2018 and 2019).
Marcus is married to Victoria Dahlström and they have one child together - a son Elias who was born in 2018. In addition to his hockey career, Marcus is also an accomplished musician having released two albums – One Night Only (2015) and Life As We Know It (2017).
Also Played For: seattle kraken
7. Dylan Strome
Center
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- Former teams: Arizona Coyotes
- Chicago Blackhawks
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: 3rd overall, 2015
- Arizona Coyotes
Dylan Strome is a centre for the Arizona Coyotes. He was drafted by the team in 2015 with their first-round pick, 10th overall. After playing two seasons with the London Knights of the OHL, he made his NHL debut in 2017–18 and recorded 18 points (8 goals and 12 assists) in 58 games played.
In 2018–19, he appeared in all 82 games for Tucson Roadrunners of the AHL and scored 46 points (23 goals and 21 assists). This earned him a call up to play 14 games with Arizona Coyotes before returning to Tucson on February 27th 2019.
Despite being 24 years old, Strome has already established himself as one of Canada's top young hockey players Dylan Strome was drafted by the Arizona Coyotes in the 3rd round of the 2015 NHL Draft.
Dylan started his career with the Washington Capitals, but he was traded to the Arizona Coyotes in 2016. He has played for both teams since then and is currently playing for Arizona.
Dylan has had a successful hockey career so far, scoring 116 points (48 goals and 74 assists) in 214 games played. He is a left winger who likes to score goals and make plays on the ice; he's an exciting player to watch.
Also Played For: chicago blackhawks
8. T. J. Oshie
Right winger
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- Former teams: St. Louis Blues
- National team: United States
- NHL Draft: 24th overall, 2005
- St. Louis Blues
Oshie is a skilled playmaker who has been a key player for the Washington Capitals. Oshie was drafted by the St. Louis Blues in 2006 and played with them until 2012 when he was traded to the Capitals.
Oshie has twice won the Stanley Cup with Washington, in 2018 and 2019. In 2020, Oshie agreed to a five-year contract extension with the Capitals worth $40 million dollars.
Oshie is known for his strong skating ability and accurate passing skills which make him very difficult to defend against on offence Oshie is a right-handed shot and has played for the Washington Capitals, St.
Louis Blues, and currently plays for the Nashville Predators. Oshie was drafted by the St. Louis Blues in 2005 and made his NHL debut with them that year against the Colorado Avalanche.
In 2008 he signed with the Washington Capitals as a free agent after playing one season with their AHL affiliate Hershey Bears where he had scored 50 goals in 54 games.
Oshie has since become an integral part of both teams and has won two Stanley Cups (with Washington in 2017 and Nashville in 2018).
He also represented Team USA at both World Championships (2014 &2018) as well as Olympic Games (2016).
Due to his offensive prowess, T J Oshie is often compared to another former Blues player - Brett Hull - who himself was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame last year.
Also Played For: st. louis blues
9. Niklas Bäckström
Goaltender
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- Former teams: Brynäs IF
- Dynamo Moscow
- National team: Sweden
- NHL Draft: 4th overall, 2006
- Washington Capitals
Niklas Bäckström was born in 1987 in Valbo, Sweden. At the age of 23, he made his NHL debut with the Washington Capitals in 2012.
He has played for the Capitals and Montreal Canadiens since then, winning two Stanley Cups with Washington (in 2018 and 2021).
In 2022, he moved to the Vegas Golden Knights where he currently plays as a centre. Nicklas Bäckström is a Swedish professional ice hockey player who plays for the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL).
He was drafted by the Capitals in the fourth round of the 2006 NHL Draft.
Bäckström has previously played for Brynäs IF and Dynamo Moscow in Sweden, as well as playing with HC Davos during his Swiss junior career. In 2004, he made his North American debut with Washington's AHL affiliate, the Hershey Bears.
The following year, he made his NHL debut with Washington and has since established himself as one of Washington's top players.
At international level, Bäckström has represented Sweden at numerous tournaments including World Championships and Winter Olympics games both on home soil and abroad; most notably winning a gold medal at Sochi 2014 Olympic Games representing Sweden alongside teammates Daniel Sedin and Henrik Zetterberg.
Nicklas' younger brother Johan also plays ice hockey professionally; he currently plays for Modo Hockey of the SHL in Sweden.
Also Played For: 2018–19 nhl season, minnesota wild
10. Scott Stevens
Defenseman
Career
- 1985 Prague
- Silver medal – second place 1989 Sweden
- Bronze medal – third place 1983 West Germany
- Gold medal – first place 1991 Canada Cup
- Silver medal – second place 1996 World Cup of Hockey
Stevens was a Norris Trophy-winning defenseman in the 1990s and is one of only three players to win the award twice. Stevens played for Washington Capitals, St.
Louis Blues, and New Jersey Devils before retiring in 2002. He has also been inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame and was an Olympic gold medalist with Canada in 1998.
Stevens currently works as a color commentator for NHL games on TSN/RDS television networks across Canada Scott Stevens was a star defenseman in the NHL for many years, and he won several awards along the way.
He played for Washington Capitals from 1982 to 2004. Scott Stevens represented Canada at several international tournaments, including the World Championships and the Canada Cup. In 1996, he helped Team Canada win the World Cup of Hockey tournament.
After his professional career ended, Scott Stevens became an analyst on NHL broadcasts for Fox Sports Net America.
Also Played For: new jersey devils
11. Connor McMichael
Career
- NHL team (P): Washington Capitals
- Cur. team: Hershey Bears (AHL)
- NHL Draft: 25th overall, 2019
- Washington Capitals
Connor McMichael was born in Ajax, Ontario on January 15th, 2001. Connor is a right-handed defenseman and has played for the Capitals organization since the 2016-17 season.
In his rookie year with Washington, McMichael recorded 9 assists and finished third among all rookies in points (24). In 2018-19, he added 6 goals and 19 assists for 25 points in 53 games during what would be his sophomore campaign with the Capitals organization.
Following the conclusion of the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs where McMichael helped lead Washington to their first championship since 1997, he signed a three-year extension worth $7 million with an average annual value of $3 million through 2024/25 season.
Which kicks off this upcoming October 1st against Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena Connor McMichael is a left-handed shooter who was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the 2019 NHL Draft.
Connor has played for the Hershey Bears in the AHL since 2017, and he has been playing well this season. Connor is looking to continue his success with Washington next year and make an impact on the NHL level.
Also Played For: london knights
12. Dino Ciccarelli
Career
- Minnesota North Stars
- Washington Capitals
- Detroit Red Wings
- Tampa Bay Lightning
- Florida Panthers
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: Undrafted
Dino Ciccarelli was a highly skilled player who enjoyed considerable success in the NHL. He played his entire career with the Minnesota North Stars, winning two Stanley Cups and earning numerous honors along the way.
After retiring from playing hockey, Ciccarelli served as an executive with the team that he helped win multiple championships.
In 2010, he became one of only six players to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Dino Ciccarelli is currently serving as President of Hockey Operations for HC Sochi in Russia's KHL league.
Dino Ciccarelli was a prolific scorer in the NHL for over 20 years, playing for six different teams. He is best known for his time with the Washington Capitals and Detroit Red Wings.
Dino played an important role on both of those teams, scoring nearly 500 goals and 1,000 points combined. After retiring from hockey in 1999, he started a successful career as a broadcaster with TSN.
13. Dennis Maruk
Career
- 1974–75: London Knights
- 1975–76: California Golden Seals
- 1976–77: Cleveland Barons
- 1977–78: Cleveland Barons
- 1978–79: Minnesota North Stars
- 1978–79: Washington Capitals
- 1979–80: Washington Capitals
- 1980–81: Washington Capitals
Dennis Maruk was born in Toronto, Ontario on November 17th, 1955. He played for the California Golden Seals from 1974 to 1977 and then again from 1981 to 1984.
He is best known for his time with the Golden Seals where he racked up 152 goals and 374 assists over 511 games.
Dennis Maruk has retired from hockey and now resides in Southern California with his wife Sandra and their two children Jordan and Jordyn.
Dennis Maruk was drafted by the Cleveland Barons in 1975. He played for the Minnesota North Stars, Washington Capitals and California Golden Seals before joining the Cleveland Crusaders in 1989.
Dennis is best known for his time with the Capitals where he won three Stanley Cups (1982, 1985 and 1987).
After retiring from hockey, Dennis became a television analyst and served as President of Hockey Canada from 2006 to 2007.
Also Played For: california golden seals best player, minnesota north stars
14. Mike Gartner
Career
- Cincinnati Stingers
- Washington Capitals
- Minnesota North Stars
- New York Rangers
- Toronto Maple Leafs
- Phoenix Coyotes
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: 4th overall, 1979
- Washington Capitals
Gartner was a prolific scorer in his NHL career, netting over 700 points. He played for the Washington Capitals, Detroit Red Wings and St. Louis Blues before retiring in 1997.
Gartner is one of only three players to have scored 50 goals and 100 assists in a season (the other two being Wayne Gretzky and Gordie Howe). He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2001.
Gartner currently works as an analyst on CBC's hockey coverage Mike Gartner was a 4th overall pick in the 1979 NHL Draft by the Washington Capitals.
He is most well-known for his time with the Cincinnati Stingers, Minnesota North Stars, New York Rangers and Toronto Maple Leafs organizations.
Mike also played for Canada at international level on numerous occasions over his career. After retiring from playing, Mike became an assistant coach with several teams before joining the Coyotes organization as General Manager in 2013.
15. Evgeny Kuznetsov
Washington Capitals
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- Former teams: Traktor Chelyabinsk
- National team: Russia
- NHL Draft: 26th overall, 2010
- Washington Capitals
Evgeny Kuznetsov is a Russian professional ice hockey player. He currently plays for the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL). Kuznetsov was drafted by the Capitals with the 63rd overall pick in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.
In his first full NHL season, 2013-14, he recorded 43 points (16 goals and 29 assists) in 80 games played.
His second full NHL season saw him tally 64 points (21 goals and 43 assists) over 82 games played; helping lead Washington to their first Stanley Cup championship in franchise history.
Injuries have limited Kuznetsov to just 52 regular season games over three seasons since then, but has still managed to produce at a high rate; totalling 79 points during that span (25 goals and 56 assists).
On 25 May 2018, Kuznetsov signed an eight-year contract extension worth $64 million with the Capitals."Evgeni [Kuznets] had a great year last year," said general manager Brian MacLellan after announcing the deal on Monday morning at Capital One Arena."
He's been one of our most productive players both offensively and defensively for quite some time now so we're very happy that he's going to be here for many years to come.""
I'm really excited about this new contract," added captain Alex Ovechkin following Saturday night's win against Tampa Bay "It feels good because it means I can play my whole career here.""
This team is my family," proclaimed Evgeny Kuznetsov post signing press conference"Now everything is perfect – we are all happy together. Cecfd755ace9 Kozlov also would like rejoin Caps Posted by Dan Rosen on Wednesday, May 8, 2018·
Leave a Comment Former teammate Dmitry Kozlov tried out for two days with Team Russia earlier this month before deciding not to sign up again due to offers being made by other teams including interested from his former squad from when he spent four seasons playing alongside Washington’s Evgeny Kuznetsov.
Also Played For: 2017–18 nhl season, 2010 nhl entry draft
16. Tom Wilson
Washington Capitals
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- NHL Draft: 16th overall, 2012
- Washington Capitals
Tom Wilson is a talented and physical player who has been in the NHL since 2013. He was drafted by the Washington Capitals with the 21st overall pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
Wilson played college hockey at Boston University where he won two NCAA championships (2013, 2015). In his rookie season with Washington, Wilson had 26 points (8 goals, 18 assists) in 78 games played.
The following year, Wilson improved his point total to 47 (15 goals, 32 assists) in 79 games played as he helped lead Washington to their first Stanley Cup championship in 36 years.
Wilson signed an eight-year contract extension with the Capitals early into the 2017-2018 season that will keep him with Washington through 2024-2025 seasons.
On March 28th of this year Tom scored a hat trick against Vegas Golden Knights becoming only second player ever to score 3 hat tricks within one game joining Jarome Iginla His fourth goal of 2018–19 season currently leads all players in scoring race for Capitals and Caps are on track for best record after 22nd consecutive win on October 25th.
Also Played For: 2012 nhl entry draft
17. Sylvain Côté
Washington Capitals
Career
- Hartford Whalers
- Washington Capitals
- Toronto Maple Leafs
- Chicago Blackhawks
- Dallas Stars
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: 11th overall, 1984
- Hartford Whalers:
Sylvain Côté was born on January 19, 1966 in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada. Côté is a defenseman and played for the Hartford Whalers from 1992 to 1998. He was part of the Whalers' Stanley Cup-winning team in 1995.
Côté also played for the Nashville Predators from 1999 to 2001 and for the Phoenix Coyotes from 2002 to 2003. Côté has won two Stanley Cups and two Norris Trophies. He is married and has two children. Côté is a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Côté is currently the president of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL). Côté has also been a television commentator for the NHL on NBC.
Sylvain Côté was drafted by the Hartford Whalers with the 11th overall pick in the 1984 NHL Draft. He played for the Whalers for eight seasons before moving on to play for the Toronto Maple Leafs and Chicago Blackhawks.
Côté was a very skilled player and was known for his fast skating and strong puck handling. He was a key player on the teams he played for and was a regular on the NHL All-Star team. Côté retired from the NHL in 2003 after playing for the Dallas Stars.
He has since gone on to play in Europe, where he has had successful seasons. Côté is now a coach with the Quebec Remparts of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.
Sylvain Côté is a well-known figure in the hockey world and is remembered for his skills on the ice. He is a true pioneer in the sport and is still a very popular player.
Also Played For: hartford whalers
18. Conor Sheary
Washington Capitals
Career
- 2011–12: UMass-Amherst
- 2012–13: UMass-Amherst
- 2013–14: UMass-Amherst
- 2013–14: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
- 2014–15: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
- 2015–16: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
- 2015–16: Pittsburgh Penguins
Conor Sheary was born in 1992 in Massachusetts and has been playing hockey since he was a young age.
He played college hockey at Dexter School in Brookline, Massachusetts before being drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
Sheary has quickly become one of the most promising young players in the NHL and has been a regular fixture in the Penguins lineup for the past few seasons.
He has scored a number of important goals for the Penguins, most notably in the 2016 Stanley Cup Final.
Sheary is a versatile player who can play both Center and Left Wing and is known for his speed and skill on the ice.
He is signed to a long-term contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins and is expected to play a important role in the team's future. Sheary is married and has two children.
He is a committed Christian and is involved in a number of charitable causes. Conor Sheary is a dedicated family man and is passionate about his sport and his community.
Also Played For: university of massachusetts amherst
19. Garnet Hathaway
Washington Capitals
Career
- NHL team: Boston Bruins
- Former teams: Calgary Flames
- Washington Capitals
- NHL Draft: Undrafted
Garnet Hathaway is a forward for the Washington Capitals. Hathaway was drafted by the Capitals in the first round, 26th overall, in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.
Hathaway has appeared in 405 NHL games, scoring 116 goals and adding 144 assists. In 2016-17, Hathaway won the Stanley Cup with the Capitals.
Hathaway has represented Team USA at the World Championships, the Olympics, and the World Cup of Hockey.
Hathaway is married to actress Reese Witherspoon. Hathaway has two children. Hathaway is a native of Naples, Florida. Hathaway is a graduate of the University of Miami.
Garnet Hathaway is a right wing who has played in the NHL for the Washington Capitals and Calgary Flames.
He was undrafted and played his first professional season with the Hershey Bears of the American Hockey League.
Hathaway was traded to the Capitals in 2016 and had a breakout year, scoring 33 goals and adding 36 assists. In 2017, Hathaway was traded to the Flames and had a less successful year, scoring only 14 goals.
Hathaway has since retired from playing hockey, but remains in the Capitals organization as a player development coach.
20. Sergei Gonchar
Defenseman
Career
- Traktor Chelyabinsk
- Dynamo Moscow
- Washington Capitals
- Boston Bruins
- Metallurg Magnitogorsk
- Pittsburgh Penguins
- Ottawa Senators
- Dallas Stars
- Montreal Canadiens
- National team: Russia
- NHL Draft: 14th overall, 1992
- Washington Capitals
Sergei Gonchar is a defenceman who has played in the NHL for the Ottawa Senators and the Dallas Stars. Gonchar was drafted in the first round, 18th overall, by the Ottawa Senators in the 1994 NHL Entry Draft.
Gonchar made his NHL debut with the Senators in the 1995-96 season. Gonchar played with the Senators until 2002-03 when he was traded to the Dallas Stars. Gonchar remained with the Dallas Stars until 2007-08 when he was traded to the Phoenix Coyotes.
Gonchar spent two seasons with the Phoenix Coyotes before he was traded to the Montreal Canadiens in 2009-10.
Gonchar played two seasons with the Montreal Canadiens before he was traded to the Minnesota Wild in 2013-14. Gonchar spent one season with the Minnesota Wild before he was traded to the Ottawa Senators in 2015-16.
Gonchar has played in 596 career NHL games, scoring 62 goals and 190 assists.
21. Rod Langway
Defenseman
Career
- Birmingham Bulls
- Montreal Canadiens
- Washington Capitals
- National team: United States
- NHL Draft: 36th overall, 1977
- Montreal Canadiens
- WHA Draft: 6th overall, 1977
- Birmingham Bulls
Rod Langway played hockey for the Boston Bruins from 1978 to 1990 and was a three-time Stanley Cup champion. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2002.
Langway also played for the Pittsburgh Penguins, Philadelphia Flyers, and Detroit Red Wings. He retired in 1990. Rod Langway is a colour commentator for the NHL on TSN.
He was born in Taiwan but grew up in Montreal, Quebec. Rod Langway has three children. He currently resides in Toronto, Ontario. Rod Langway is an ambassador for the Special Olympics.
Rod Langway was a defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens, Washington Capitals, and United States national team. Langway was drafted 36th overall by the Montreal Canadiens in the 1977 NHL Draft.
Langway played for the Birmingham Bulls in the WHA before being drafted by the Canadiens. Langway played for the Canadiens from 1977 to 1993. Langway was a part of the Montreal Canadiens Stanley Cup winning teams in 1978, 1981, and 1986.
Langway was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1997. Langway is a Hockey Hall of Fame inductee and was nominated for the Norris Trophy in 1990.
Langway has two children and currently resides in the Washington, D.C. area. Langway is currently a color commentator for the Hershey Bears in the AHL.
22. Peter Bondra
Career
- HC Košice
- Washington Capitals
- Ottawa Senators
- HK ŠKP Poprad
- Atlanta Thrashers
- Chicago Blackhawks
- National team: Slovakia
- NHL Draft: 156th overall, 1990
- Washington Capitals
Peter Bondra was a prolific scorer in the NHL, amassing over 550 points in his career. Bondra was drafted by the Atlanta Thrashers in the second round of the 1988 NHL Entry Draft.
Bondra spent most of his career with the Thrashers, where he won the Stanley Cup in 1999. Bondra also played for the Washington Capitals, Detroit Red Wings, and Minnesota Wild. Bondra retired in 2009 after playing in his final season with the Minnesota Wild.
Bondra has been a coach in the KHL since 2010. Bondra was awarded the IIHF World Championship MVP in 1996. Bondra is married and has two children.
Bondra is a member of the Ukrainian parliament. Peter Bondra played for HC Košice, Washington Capitals, Ottawa Senators, HK ŠKP Poprad, Atlanta Thrashers, and Chicago Blackhawks in the NHL.
Bondra was drafted 156th overall by the Washington Capitals in the 1990 NHL Draft. Bondra played his entire professional playing career with the Capitals.
Bondra was a two-time NHL All-Star and won a Stanley Cup with the Capitals in 1998. Bondra finished his career with 807 points in 981 games. Bondra is currently a color analyst for the Capitals on TV.
Bondra is a Slovak international and played in the 1998 World Cup. Bondra and his wife have two children. Bondra is a philanthropist and has donated money to various charities.
23. Mike Green
Defenseman
Career
- Washington Capitals
- Detroit Red Wings
- Edmonton Oilers
- NHL Draft: 29th overall, 2004
- Washington Capitals
Mike Green is a defenseman for the Washington Capitals. Green was drafted by the Capitals in the third round of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft. Green made his NHL debut with the Capitals in the 2008-09 season.
Green has played in 596 games with the Capitals, scoring 54 goals and 236 points. Green was a member of the United States team at the 2010 Winter Olympics. Green signed a six-year contract with the Capitals in July 2013.
Green was named captain of the Capitals for the 2017-18 season. Green has won two Stanley Cups with the Capitals. Green was nominated for the Norris Trophy in the 2018-19 season. Mike Green was drafted 29th overall by the Washington Capitals in the 2004 NHL Draft.
Green played his first NHL game with the Capitals in 2005. Green has spent the majority of his career with the Capitals, appearing in 496 games.
Green was traded to the Detroit Red Wings in the summer of 2018. Green played 44 games with the Red Wings before being traded to the Edmonton Oilers in the winter of 2019.
Green has appeared in 78 games for the Oilers, scoring nine goals and adding 27 assists. Green is set to become a free agent at the end of the 2020 season.
Green has been a key player for the Capitals during his time in the NHL, often playing a physical style of hockey. Green is a three-time All-Star and was named to the NHL All-Rookie Team in 2006.
24. Michal Pivoňka
Career
- HC Dukla Jihlava
- Washington Capitals
- Klagenfurter AC
- NHL Draft: 59th overall, 1984
- Washington Capitals
Michal Pivoňka is a Czech professional ice hockey player. He currently plays for HC Sparta Praha in the Czech Extraliga. Pivoňka was drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers in the second round, 41st overall, of the 1988 NHL Entry Draft.
Pivoňka has played for the Czech Republic at the Olympics, World Championships, World Cup of Hockey, and the World Ice Hockey Championships. He also played for the Philadelphia Flyers, Calgary Flames, Buffalo Sabres, and Vancouver Canucks in the NHL.
Pivoňka was born in Kladno, Czechoslovakia, on January 28, 1966. He played junior hockey for HC Kladno and then moved to the Czech Republic to play for HC Sparta Praha. Pivoňka played his first NHL game with the Philadelphia Flyers on October 12, 1988.
He played his final game with the Canucks on April 6, 2003. Pivoňka has played in 1,269 NHL games, scoring 426 goals and adding 616 assists for 980 points.
He has also played in 37 playoff games, scoring 14 goals and adding 22 assists for 38 points. Pivoňka won a gold medal with the Czech Republic at the 2002 Winter Olympics.
He also won a gold medal at the World Championships in 1995 and a silver medal at the World Championships in 2003. Pivoňka was traded to the Calgary Flames in February of 2001.
He was then traded to the Buffalo Sabres in July of 2001. He was then traded to the Vancouver Canucks in February of 2002. Pivoňka was traded to HC Sparta Praha in January of 2003.
He then signed with HC Sparta Praha in April of 2003. Pivoňka was inducted into the Czech Hockey Hall of Fame in 2007.
25. Alexander Semin
Career
- Lada Togliatti
- Washington Capitals
- Khimik Moscow Oblast
- Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod
- Carolina Hurricanes
- Montreal Canadiens
- Metallurg Magnitogorsk
- HC Vityaz
- National team: Russia
- NHL Draft: 13th overall, 2002
- Washington Capitals
Alexander Semin was born in Russia in 1984. Semin played for Lada Togliatti in the Russian Superleague before being drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.
Semin has played for the Hurricanes, Washington Capitals, and Pittsburgh Penguins in his NHL career. Semin has scored over 200 goals in his NHL career and has been a key player for many teams.
Semin is known for his speed and shot, and is considered one of the best right wingers in the NHL. Semin is a two-time Stanley Cup champion, and is currently a member of the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Alexander Semin was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the 13th round of the 2002 NHL Draft. Semin played for the Capitals from 2001 to 2015. Semin scored a total of 324 goals and 422 assists in 892 NHL games.
Semin was traded to the Carolina Hurricanes in February of 2015. Semin played for the Hurricanes from 2015 to 2018. Semin was traded to the Montreal Canadiens in January of 2019. Semin has played in 41 games with the Canadiens this season.
Semin has scored six goals and eight assists for 14 points in 41 games with the Canadiens. Semin is expected to retire after the 2019-2020 season.
26. Braden Holtby
Goaltender
Career
- NHL team: Free Agent
- Former teams: Washington Capitals
- Vancouver Canucks
- Dallas Stars
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: 93rd overall, 2008
- Washington Capitals
Braden Holtby is a highly skilled goaltender who has won several awards, including being named the Vezina Trophy winner in 2017. Holtby was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the second round of the 2008 NHL Entry Draft.
He made his professional debut with the Capitals in 2009. In 2013, Holtby was named the Capitals' starting goaltender.
In 2017, Holtby won the Vezina Trophy, becoming the first goalie in Capitals history to win the award. In 2018, Holtby led the Capitals to their first Stanley Cup Championship in franchise history.
Holtby is married and has two children. He is a member of the Canadian national team. Holtby is a highly skilled goalie who is known for his reflexes and ability to make difficult saves. Holtby is a goaltender for the Washington Capitals.
He was drafted by the Capitals in the 93rd overall in the 2008 NHL Draft. Holtby has played for the Capitals since 2009.
Holtby has played in the NHL for five teams, including Washington, Vancouver, Dallas, and Canada.
Holtby has won the Calder Memorial Trophy, awarded to the NHL's Rookie of the Year, in 2016. Holtby was voted to the NHL All-Star Game in 2017.
Holtby was nominated for the Vezina Trophy, awarded to the goaltender of the year, in 2017. Holtby is a two-time Stanley Cup Champion, with Washington in 2018 and Vancouver in 2011.
Also Played For: nhl 16, 2014–15 nhl season
27. Dale Hunter
Career
- Quebec Nordiques
- Washington Capitals
- Colorado Avalanche
- NHL Draft: 41st overall, 1979
- Quebec Nordiques
Dale Hunter is a retired professional ice hockey player who played for the Philadelphia Flyers, Los Angeles Kings, and New York Rangers. Hunter was born in Petrolia, Ontario, Canada in 1960.
Hunter played in the NHL for the Philadelphia Flyers, Los Angeles Kings, and New York Rangers. Hunter was a three-time Stanley Cup champion, winning with the Flyers in 1995 and the Kings in 2002 and 2011.
Hunter retired from professional ice hockey in 2013. Hunter is currently a hockey analyst for the NHL Network. Hunter is married to Kelly and they have two children. Hunter is a hockey enthusiast and frequently attends games.
Hunter is a philanthropist and has donated money to various charities. Dale Hunter was drafted by the Quebec Nordiques in the 41st overall pick in the 1979 NHL Draft.
Hunter played for the Quebec Nordiques, Washington Capitals, and Colorado Avalanche over the course of his career.
Dale Hunter was a key member of the Quebec Nordiques team that won the Stanley Cup in 1984. Dale Hunter retired from the NHL in 1999.
Dale Hunter is currently the General Manager of the Halifax Mooseheads in the QMJHL. Dale Hunter was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2003. Dale Hunter is a respected figure in the NHL and is known for his leadership skills.
Dale Hunter is an avid outdoorsman and has been involved in hunting and fishing for many years. Dale Hunter is a highly-regarded figure in the hockey community and is a respected analyst on television.
Also Played For: quebec nordiques
28. Alexander Alexeyev
Defenseman
Career
- 2015–16: SKA-Serebryanye Lvy
- 2016–17: Red Deer Rebels
- 2017–18: Red Deer Rebels
- 2018–19: Red Deer Rebels
- 2019–20: Hershey Bears
- 2020–21: Salavat Yulaev Ufa
- 2020–21: Hershey Bears
- 2021–22: Hershey Bears
- 2021–22: Washington Capitals
Alexander Alexeyev was born on November 15, 1999 in Saint Petersburg, Russia. He is 6'4'' tall and weighs 196 lbs. Alexander is a young athlete who is interested in athletics and playing soccer.
Alexander is also a musician and has played the violin since he was young. Alexander is currently studying at the Saint Petersburg State Conservatory of Music.
Alexander is a talented musician and athlete who is looking to continue his education and pursue a career in music and athletics.
Alexander Alexeyev is a Russian defenceman who was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the 31st round of the 2018 NHL Draft.
Alexander Alexeyev has spent the majority of his professional career playing for Salavat Yulaev Ufa, but he has also spent time with the Capitals. Alexander Alexeyev has a ton of potential and is still developing as a player.
He is a vital part of the Capitals defence and will continue to grow over the next few years. Alexander Alexeyev is a hard worker and is always putting in the extra effort on the ice. He is a talented defenceman who is looking to continue to develop and improve.
Alexander Alexeyev is a promising defenceman who is looking to make an impact in the NHL. He has a lot of potential and is looking to show the world what he is capable of.
Alexander Alexeyev is a hard working defenceman who is looking to make an impact in the NHL. He has a lot of potential and is looking to show the world what he is capable of. Alexander Alexeyev is a promising defenceman who is looking to make an impact in the NHL.
He has a lot of potential and is looking to show the world what he is capable of. Alexander Alexeyev is a talented defenceman who is looking to continue to develop and improve.
He is a vital part of the Capitals defence and will continue to grow over the next few years. Alexander Alexeyev is a promising defenceman who is looking to make an impact in the NHL. He has a lot of potential and is looking to show the world what he is capable of.
Also Played For: red deer rebels
29. Dmitry Orlov
Defenseman
Career
- NHL team: Boston Bruins
- Former teams: Metallurg Novokuznetsk
- Washington Capitals
- National team: Russia
- NHL Draft: 55th overall, 2009
- Washington Capitals
Dmitry Orlov is a Russian-born defenseman for the Washington Capitals. He was drafted by the Capitals in the first round, 22nd overall, in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.
Orlov has represented Russia at the World Junior Championships, the World Championships, and the Olympic Games. He is a two-time Stanley Cup champion (with the Capitals in 2018 and Vegas Golden Knights in 2017).
Orlov was named to the NHL All-Star Game in 2018. He has also been named to the NHL First All-Star Team and the NHL Second All-Star Team.
Orlov was named to the NHL All-Rookie Team in 2010. In 2018, he was awarded the Hart Memorial Trophy as the NHL's most valuable player.
Orlov is married and has two children. Dmitry Orlov was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the 2009 NHL draft. Orlov has spent his entire NHL career with the Capitals.
He has played in over 700 games in the NHL and has scored over 100 points. Orlov is a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Capitals.
Orlov is a member of the Russian National Team. He was a part of the team that won the silver medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics.
Orlov has also won a World Championship with Russia. Orlov is an extremely dependable player on the ice and is known for his strong defensive play. Orlov is an important part of the Capitals' defense and is a key player in the team's success.
30. Olaf Kölzig
Career
- Washington Capitals
- Eisbären Berlin
- Tampa Bay Lightning
- National team: Germany
- NHL Draft: 19th overall, 1989
- Washington Capitals
Olaf Kölzig is a professional ice hockey player who has played for the Washington Capitals and the Boston Bruins.
He was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the second round of the 1990 NHL Entry Draft.
Kölzig has also played for the Buffalo Sabres and the St. Louis Blues. He won a Stanley Cup with the Bruins in 2011. Kölzig was named to the NHL's First All-Star Team in 2007 and to the NHL's Second All-Star Team in 2009.
He has also won the Lester B. Pearson Award (the NHL's highest honour for an individual player) in 2007. Kölzig was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 1970. He played hockey for the Varsity Blues at the University of Cape Town.
Kölzig is a member of the South African Ice Hockey Hall of Fame. Olaf Kölzig was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the 19th round of the 1989 NHL Draft.
He played for the Eisbären Berlin of the Deutsche Eishockey Liga before moving to the Tampa Bay Lightning in 1999.
Kölzig made his international debut for Germany in 1996 and helped the country win the silver medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics.
He retired from professional hockey in 2009 after playing for the Capitals, Lightning, and Kölzig's former team, the Eisbären Berlin. Kölzig is currently the goaltending coach for the University of Vermont.
Kölzig was inducted into the German Ice Hockey Hall of Fame in 2015. He is married and has two children. Olaf Kölzig is a two-time Vezina Trophy winner and one-time Calder Memorial Trophy Winner.
He is a member of the German national team for which he has won a silver medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics and a bronze medal at the 2006 Winter Olympics.
31. Kevin Hatcher
Career
- Washington Capitals
- Dallas Stars
- Pittsburgh Penguins
- New York Rangers
- Carolina Hurricanes
- National team: United States
- NHL Draft: 17th overall, 1984
- Washington Capitals
Kevin Hatcher is a defenseman who played for the Washington Capitals. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1966. Hatcher is 6'4" tall and weighs 232 pounds.
He is right-handed and shot right. Hatcher played over 1,000 games in the NHL, and was a member of the Washington Capitals team that won the Stanley Cup in 1997.
Hatcher retired from professional hockey in 2003. He is now a hockey analyst for the NHL Network. Hatcher has two children, a daughter and a son. Kevin Hatcher is a popular figure in the hockey community, and he is considered one of the league's all-time great defensemen.
Hatcher was drafted by the Washington Capitals in 1984 and played for the team for 11 seasons. He was a key part of the Capitals' Stanley Cup-winning team in 1997 and was an All-Star in 1998.
He left the Capitals as a free agent in 2001 and signed with the Dallas Stars. He played for Dallas until he retired in 2002.
Hatcher was inducted into the Washington Capitals Hall of Fame in 2002. He has since been involved in coaching and managing in the NHL. Hatcher has been married to his wife, Joanne, for over 25 years.
He has two children, a son, Jack, and a daughter, Hannah. Hatcher is currently the head coach of the Utah Grizzlies of the ECHL.
32. Lars Eller
Center
Career
- 2009–10: Peoria Rivermen
- 2009–10: St. Louis Blues
- 2010–11: Montreal Canadiens
- 2011–12: Montreal Canadiens
- 2012–13: JYP
- 2012–13: Montreal Canadiens
Lars Eller played his junior hockey in Denmark before being drafted in the third round of the 2004 NHL Entry Draft by the Washington Capitals.
Eller made his NHL debut with the Capitals in 2007 and has since played for the Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Capitals again.
In 2018, Eller signed a one-year contract with the Capitals and helped the team reach the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Eller is a two-time winner of the Stanley Cup, with the Canadiens in 2013 and the Maple Leafs in 2018. Eller is known for his solid defensive play and is a key member of the Capitals' top line.
Eller has also been a key member of the Danish national team, playing at the 2010 and 2014 World Championships. In 2019, Eller was named an alternate captain for the Capitals.
Eller is married and has two children. Eller is a fitness enthusiast and has competed in Ironman triathlons.
33. Calle Johansson
Career
- Buffalo Sabres
- Washington Capitals
- Toronto Maple Leafs
- National team: Sweden
- NHL Draft: 14th overall, 1985
- Buffalo Sabres
Calle Johansson is a Swedish singer and songwriter. Johansson was born in Gothenburg in 1967 and raised in a musical family. Johansson started out as a folk singer and released his debut album in 1995.
Johansson's breakthrough came in 2001 with the album "Songs from the North". Johansson has since released several more albums and has travelled extensively. In 2010, Johansson received the prestigious Polar Music Prize.
Johansson is married and has two children. In 2019, Johansson released his latest album, "Duets". Calle Johansson is a Swedish singer and songwriter.
He was born in Gothenburg in 1967 and raised in a musical family. Johansson started out as a folk singer and released his debut album in 1995.
His breakthrough came in 2001 with the album "Songs from the North". Since then, Johansson has released several more albums and has travelled extensively.
In 2010, Johansson received the prestigious Polar Music Prize. In 2019, Johansson released his latest album, "Duets". Johansson is married and has two children.
34. Anthony Mantha
Winger
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- Former teams: Detroit Red Wings
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: 20th overall, 2013
- Detroit Red Wings
Anthony Mantha is a forward who was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the first round of the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.
He played for the juniors of the Val-d'Or Foreurs of the QMJHL, where he was a two-time QMJHL First-Team All-Star and won the President's Cup in 2013.
Mantha was traded to the Washington Capitals in February of 2018, and made his NHL debut on March 2, 2018.
He scored his first NHL goal on March 16, 2018 against the Nashville Predators. Mantha was named the NHL's Second Star of the Week for the week of March 10-16, 2018.
He was traded to the Montreal Canadiens in July of 2018. In the 2018-19 season, Mantha scored 23 goals and 27 assists for 50 points in 82 games.
He was named to the 2019 NHL All-Star Game. Mantha is a two-time Stanley Cup Champion with the Detroit Red Wings in 2017 and 2018.
35. Joé Juneau
Career
- Boston Bruins
- Washington Capitals
- Buffalo Sabres
- Ottawa Senators
- Phoenix Coyotes
- Montreal Canadiens
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: 81st overall, 1988
- Boston Bruins
Joé Juneau is a veteran forward who has played for Boston Bruins, Washington Capitals, and Quebec Nordiques. He is a left-handed shot and is known for his physical play and scoring ability.
Juneau was born in Quebec, Canada, and is of French-Canadian descent. He has played in over 1000 NHL games, and has scored over 350 goals. Juneau is currently playing for the Calgary Flames.
Joé Juneau was drafted 81st overall by the Boston Bruins in the 1988 NHL Draft. Juneau played for the Bruins for 4 seasons before being traded to the Montreal Canadiens in 1992.
He played for the Canadiens for 6 seasons before being traded to the Winnipeg Jets in 2000.
Juneau played for the Jets for 2 seasons before retiring in 2004. Juneau won a silver medal with Canada at the 1992 Albertville Olympic Games.
Juneau was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2011. Juneau is currently the head coach of the Alaska Aces of the American Hockey League.
36. Trevor van Riemsdyk
Defenseman
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- Former teams: Chicago Blackhawks
- : Carolina Hurricanes
- National team: United States
- NHL Draft: Undrafted
Trevor van Riemsdyk is a 31-year-old American defenseman who currently plays for the Washington Capitals. Van Riemsdyk was drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the second round of the 2008 NHL Entry Draft.
He has played in the NHL for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Chicago Blackhawks, Philadelphia Flyers, and the Washington Capitals. Van Riemsdyk has scored 33 goals and added 137 assists for 168 points in his career.
He was a member of the United States men's national ice hockey team at the 2010 Winter Olympics and the 2014 Winter Olympics. Van Riemsdyk is married to actress-model Shannyn Sossamon. Van Riemsdyk has two children.
He is a member of the United States Hockey Hall of Fame. Van Riemsdyk is known for his defensive abilities and his offensive abilities from the blue line.
37. Nick Jensen
Defenseman
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- Former teams: Detroit Red Wings
- National team: United States
- NHL Draft: 150th overall, 2009
- Detroit Red Wings
Nick Jensen is a tall, lanky forward who has played in the NHL for the Washington Capitals. Jensen was drafted by the Capitals in the third round of the 2008 NHL Entry Draft.
Jensen has appeared in 337 NHL games, scoring 34 goals and adding 69 assists. Jensen was a member of the United States team that won the gold medal at the 2010 World Junior Championships.
Jensen signed with the Capitals as a free agent in the summer of 2019. Jensen is a two-time Stanley Cup champion, having won the Cup with the Capitals in 2018 and 2021. Jensen is a fan favorite with the Capitals, and his play on the ice often impacts the team's fortunes.
Jensen is married and has two children. Jensen is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.
Nick Jensen is a defenseman who has played for the Washington Capitals, Detroit Red Wings, and United States national team. Jensen was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the 2009 NHL Draft.
Jensen has spent most of his playing career in the NHL, with the exception of two seasons spent in the AHL. Jensen has played in over 500 games in the NHL, scoring 16 goals and 78 assists. Jensen was named to the United States team for the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.
Jensen is a two-time Stanley Cup Champion, with the Washington Capitals in 2013 and the Detroit Red Wings in 2017.
Jensen is married and has two children. Jensen is a veteran player, and is considered a leader on his teams.
38. Nic Dowd
Center
Career
- NHL team : Washington Capitals
- Former teams : Los Angeles Kings, Vancouver Canucks
- NHL Draft : 198th overall, 2009, Los Angeles Kings
- Playing career : 2014–present
Nic Dowd was born on May 27, 1990 in Huntsville, Alabama. He is 6'2" tall and weighs 196 pounds.
Nic Dowd is a defenseman for the Washington Capitals. Nic Dowd has played in the NHL for the Capitals since 2016.
Nic Dowd has also played for the Atlanta Thrashers, Boston Bruins, Chicago Blackhawks, and Toronto Maple Leafs. Nic Dowd has represented the United States in several international tournaments, including the World Championships and the Olympics.
Nic Dowd has a two-year-old daughter. Nic Dowd is a member of the NHLPA. Nic Dowd is married and has a two-year-old daughter.
Nic Dowd is a center who shoots right. He played for the Washington Capitals, Los Angeles Kings, and Vancouver Canucks in the NHL.
Nic was drafted by the Kings in 2009 and has since played for them. Nic is a hardworking player who is always looking for the puck. He is a great skater and has a good shot.
Nic is a great team player who is always looking to provide an assist. He is a great leader on and off the ice.
Nic is a great player who is always looking to improve his game. He is a great ambassador for the game of hockey. Nic is a great player who is always looking to win.
He is a great leader on and off the ice. Nic is a great player who is always looking to help his team. He is a great ambassador for the game of hockey.
Nic is a great player who is always looking to improve his game. He is a great ambassador for the game of hockey. Nic is a great player who is always looking to help his team. He is a great ambassador for the game of hockey.
Also Played For: manchester monarchs
39. Al Iafrate
Career
- Toronto Maple Leafs
- Washington Capitals
- Boston Bruins
- San Jose Sharks
- National team: United States
- NHL Draft: 4th overall, 1984
- Toronto Maple Leafs
Al Iafrate is a retired American professional ice hockey defenseman. He played in the NHL for the Hartford Whalers, Detroit Red Wings, and Los Angeles Kings.
Iafrate also played for the Soviet Union and Canada. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2005. He currently coaches the Windsor Spitfires in the Ontario Hockey League.
Iafrate is of Italian and Sicilian descent. He has two children. Iafrate is known for his physicality and his strong defensive play. He is currently the head coach of the Windsor Spitfires in the Ontario Hockey League.
Al Iafrate was drafted fourth overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 1984 NHL Draft. He played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals, Boston Bruins, and San Jose Sharks over the course of his NHL career.
He represented the United States in international play on multiple occasions.
He retired from the NHL in 1998. Al Iafrate is currently a broadcaster for the San Jose Sharks. He has two children and lives in Northern California.
Al Iafrate is a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame. He is currently an assistant coach for the Sharks' American Hockey League affiliate, the Worcester Sharks.
Al Iafrate is a respected member of the hockey community and is considered one of the all-time greats.
40. Martin Fehérváry
Defenseman
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- Former teams: Malmö Redhawks
- HV71
- National team: Slovakia
- NHL Draft: 46th overall, 2018
- Washington Capitals
Martin Fehérváry is a Slovak Defenceman who was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the 2nd round of the 2018 NHL Entry Draft. Fehérváry is a native of Slovakia and played for HC Slovan Bratislava of the Slovak Extraliga prior to being drafted.
Fehérváry was named to the Slovak National Junior Team in 2018 and participated in the World Junior Championship where he scored 2 goals and 3 assists in 7 games. Fehérváry is considered a puck-moving defenceman who is capable of playing in all three zones.
Fehérváry is expected to join the Capitals AHL affiliate, the Hershey Bears, in the upcoming season.
Martin Fehérváry was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the 46th overall in the 2018 NHL Draft. Fehérváry played for Malmö Redhawks of the Swedish Hockey League from 2016 to 2018.
Fehérváry made his debut for Slovakia in the 2019 World Championship. Martin Fehérváry is a left-handed shot.
Martin Fehérváry is projected to play for the Capitals in the 2020-21 season. Martin Fehérváry is a hard-working player who is looking to make an impact in the NHL.
Martin Fehérváry is a Slovakia national team player who is looking to compete for a medal at the 2020 World Championship.
Martin Fehérváry is a versatile player who can play a number of positions on the ice. Martin Fehérváry is looking to make a name for himself in the NHL and compete for the Stanley Cup.
41. Jeff Halpern
Career
- Washington Capitals
- Dallas Stars
- Tampa Bay Lightning
- Los Angeles Kings
- Montreal Canadiens
- New York Rangers
- Phoenix Coyotes
- National team: United States
- NHL Draft: Undrafted
Jeff Halpern is a veteran center who has played for a number of teams over the years. Halpern was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the third round of the 1997 NHL Entry Draft.
Halpern made his NHL debut with the Capitals in the 1999-2000 season. Halpern spent the majority of his time with the Capitals, playing in 463 games. Halpern was traded to the Dallas Stars in the 2007-2008 season.
Halpern spent two seasons with the Stars before being traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning in the 2010-2011 season. Halpern played his final season with the Lightning before being traded to the Coyotes in the 2014-2015 season.
Halpern has played in a total of 984 NHL games, scoring 36 goals and 97 assists. Halpern is currently a free agent and is looking to continue playing hockey.
42. Matt Irwin
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- Former teams: San Jose Sharks
- Boston Bruins
- Nashville Predators
- Anaheim Ducks
- Buffalo Sabres
- NHL Draft: Undrafted
Matt Irwin is a defenseman for the Nashville Predators. Irwin was drafted by the San Jose Sharks in the third round of the 2006 NHL Entry Draft. Irwin played his first NHL game with the Sharks in 2007.
Irwin signed with the Nashville Predators as a free agent in 2017. Irwin has played in over 650 career NHL games. Irwin has won a Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2016. Irwin has also won a Gold Medal with Team Canada at the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Irwin is a two-time All-Star. Irwin is married to Tessa and has two children. Matt Irwin is a left-handed defenseman who has played in the NHL for the Washington Capitals, San Jose Sharks, Boston Bruins, Nashville Predators, and Anaheim Ducks.
Irwin was undrafted and played in the American Hockey League (AHL) for the Hershey Bears before making his NHL debut with the Capitals in 2010.
Irwin has scored eight goals and added 34 assists for 42 points in 234 career NHL games. Irwin was originally selected by the Capitals in the fifth round (135th overall) of the 2010 NHL Draft.
Irwin has represented Canada at the World Championships and the World Junior Championships. Irwin was signed by the Ducks as a free agent in July 2017. Irwin was named to the 2018 NHL All-Star Game as a replacement for P.K.
Subban. Irwin will compete in his first Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea in February 2018. Irwin is married and has one daughter.
43. Bengt-Åke Gustafsson
Career
- Division I
- KB Karlskoga
- Division 1
- Bofors IK
- Swedish Elite League
- Färjestads BK
- National Hockey League
- Washington Capitals
- World Hockey Association
- Edmonton Oilers
- Austrian Hockey League
- VEU Feldkirch
- National team: Sweden
- NHL Draft: 55th overall, 1978
- Washington Capitals
Bengt-Åke Gustafsson is a retired Swedish professional footballer. He played as a centre-back and was a part of the Division I side KB Karlskoga. Gustafsson made his professional debut in 1978 at the age of just 17 and went on to make over 350 appearances for his club.
He won the prestigious Swedish Championship with Karlskoga in 1984 and retired from playing following the club's relegation from the top-flight in 1992.
Gustafsson later went on to coach the club between 1995 and 1998 and also served as assistant manager to Sweden's national team manager Sven-Göran Eriksson.
He was named Swedish Football Association coach of the year in 1998 after guiding Karlskoga to their first ever qualification to the UEFA Champions League.
Gustafsson was also honoured with the Danish Football Association's Coach of the Year award in 2006. He is the father of Swedish international footballer Emiliano Gustafsson.
Gustafsson is currently the Director of Football at IFK Norrköping. In March 2008, aged just 64, Gustafsson announced his retirement from football after a career that lasted more than 35 years.
44. Bobby Carpenter
Career
- 1978–79: St. John's Prep
- 1979–80: St. John's Prep
- 1980–81: St. John's Prep
- 1981–82: Washington Capitals
- 1982–83: Washington Capitals
- 1983–84: Washington Capitals
Bobby Carpenter is a veteran player who has played for the Washington Capitals for many years. He is a center who is known for his ability to score goals and help his team win.
Carpenter is a tall player and is known for his strong skating abilities. He is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game. Carpenter is a versatile player who can play both at center and on the wing.
He is a popular player among his fans and is known for his friendly and outgoing personality. Carpenter is a natural leader who is always looking to help his team win.
He is a popular player among his fellow players and is known for his strong relationships with his teammates. Carpenter is a veteran player who has played a major role in the success of the Washington Capitals over the years.
45. Mike Ridley
Career
- New York Rangers
- Washington Capitals
- Toronto Maple Leafs
- Vancouver Canucks
- NHL Draft: Undrafted
Mike Ridley is a Canadian hockey player who played for the Winnipeg Jets, Philadelphia Flyers, and Boston Bruins. Ridley was drafted by the Winnipeg Jets in the eighth round of the 1982 NHL Entry Draft.
He played for the Jets from 1982 to 1990, and then the Philadelphia Flyers from 1990 to 1996. In 1996, he was traded to the Boston Bruins. He played for the Bruins until 2001, and then returned to the Flyers for one season in 2002.
He retired in 2003. Ridley was inducted into the Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006. He became the head coach of the Manitoba Moose in 2009.
He left the Moose in 2013 to become the head coach of the ECHL's Wheeling Nailers. Mike Ridley played for the New York Rangers, Washington Capitals, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Vancouver Canucks in his playing career.
Ridley was never drafted in the NHL Draft, but he did play for several teams throughout his playing career. Ridley is most well-known for his time with the Rangers and Capitals, where he played over 1,000 games. Ridley retired from professional hockey in 1997.
After his playing career ended, Ridley worked as a hockey analyst for several networks. Ridley is currently a radio color commentator for the Hershey Bears in the American Hockey League.
Ridley is married and has two children. Ridley is a fan favorite and has been involved in several charity events throughout his career. Ridley is a respected member of the hockey community and is currently a commentator for the Hershey Bears.
46. Aliaksei Protas
Center
Career
- NHL team (P): Washington Capitals
- Cur. team: Hershey Bears (AHL)
- Former teams: Dinamo Minsk
- National team: Belarus
- NHL Draft: 91st overall, 2019
- Washington Capitals
Aliaksei Protas is a young, upcoming player in the NHL. He was selected by the Washington Capitals in the third round of the 2021 NHL Entry Draft. Protas was born in Belarus and played in the Russian Junior League before coming to North America.
He is a very skilled player with good skating and puck control. He is a versatile player who can play both centre and wing.
He has a good shot and is very effective in the offensive zone. Protas is still young, so there is a lot of room for him to improve and develop his skills.
He is an exciting player to watch and is sure to be a major contributor for the Capitals in the future. He is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.
He is a good team player who is willing to give everything he has on the ice. Protas is a natural goal scorer and is capable of scoring big goals in important moments.
He is a dependable player who is always willing to play in any situation. He is a highly skilled player who is ready to take his game to the next level and become a top player in the NHL.
He is an exciting prospect and is sure to be a major player in the Capitals’ future. He is a young player with a lot of talent and potential. He is ready to prove himself and become an important player in the NHL.
He is a good addition to the Capitals’ team and is sure to be a major factor in their future success. Aliaksei Protas is a versatile and talented player who is ready to take his game to the next level and become a major player in the NHL.
He is an exciting prospect and is sure to be a major factor in the Capitals’ future success. He is a good addition to the Capitals’ team and is sure to be a major factor in their future success.
47. Joe Snively
Career
- NHL team: Washington Capitals
- NHL Draft: Undrafted
Joe Snively is a 27-year-old American forward who currently plays for the Washington Capitals of the NHL.
Snively was drafted by the Capitals in the fourth round, 104th overall, of the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.
Snively made his NHL debut in the 2017-18 season, playing in 20 games. In the 2018-19 season, Snively played in 46 games and scored 10 goals. Snively is a versatile forward who has played both center and wing.
Snively is a two-time winner of the AHL's Calder Cup (2018, 2019). Snively is a native of Herndon, Virginia. Snively is married and has one child.
Snively is a United States citizen. Joe Snively is a left-handed center who is currently playing for the Washington Capitals in the NHL.
He first entered the league as a rookie in 2019. Snively was originally drafted by the Hershey Bears in the 2019 NHL Draft but was not signed by the Capitals.
He later signed with the Bears and has been playing in the AHL for them this season. Snively has been a part of the Capitals organization for three seasons and has played in 56 games, scoring 10 goals and adding 16 assists.
He is a key part of the team and is expected to be a big player for them in the future. Snively has a high hockey IQ and is able to play a high-level game no matter the situation.
He is a hard worker and always puts in the extra effort to help his team win. Snively is a natural left-handed shot and is able to score goals with ease. He is a valuable asset to the Capitals and is expected to become a superstar in the NHL.
Joe Snively is a great player to watch and is sure to be a key part of the Capitals for years to come. He is an exciting player to watch and is sure to bring excitement to the NHL arena. Joe Snively is a hard worker and is always putting in the extra effort to improve his game.
He is a valuable member of the Capitals team and is sure to be a big part of the team in the future. Joe Snively is a great player to have on your team and is sure to help you win games.
He is a valuable asset and is sure to be a big part of the Capitals team in the future.
48. Dave Christian
Career
- Winnipeg Jets
- Washington Capitals
- Boston Bruins
- St. Louis Blues
- Chicago Blackhawks
- National team: United States
- NHL Draft: 40th overall, 1979
- Winnipeg Jets
Dave Christian was born in Warroad, Minnesota on May 12, 1959. Christian played for the Winnipeg Jets, Washington Capitals, Boston Bruins, and St. Louis Blues over the course of his career.
Christian primarily played right wing, but also spent time at center and left wing. Christian was known for his speed and scoring ability. Christian retired from the NHL in 2002. Christian has since worked as a coach and general manager in the NHL.
Christian was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006. Christian currently resides in his home state of Minnesota.
Christian is a two-time Stanley Cup champion and was awarded the Lester B. Pearson Award in 2001. Christian played for the Chicago Blackhawks from 1980-1996.
In 1996, Christian signed with the Winnipeg Jets. Christian was a part of the United States' Olympic gold-medal-winning team at the 1980 Lake Placid Games.
Christian retired from hockey in 1996. Christian is a member of the United States Hockey Hall of Fame. Christian currently resides in his home state of Minnesota.
Christian has been a hockey coach since retiring from playing. Christian is married and has four children. Christian is a passionate hockey fan and often attends games with his family.
49. Brooks Laich
Center
Career
- Ottawa Senators
- Washington Capitals
- Kloten Flyers
- Toronto Maple Leafs
- Los Angeles Kings
- National team: Canada
- NHL Draft: 193rd overall, 2001
- Ottawa Senators
Brooks Laich was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the first round, 20th overall, in the 2001 NHL Entry Draft. Laich played his first NHL game in 2003, and has since played in 706 games, scoring 303 goals and 421 assists for 664 points.
Laich was a member of the Capitals' Stanley Cup championship teams in 2009 and 2017. Laich was traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs in February 2018, and was subsequently traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets in June 2018.
Laich is married to former ice dancer Tessa Virtue, and they have two daughters.
Laich is a two-time winner of the Ted Lindsay Award, given to the MVP of the NHL's Stanley Cup playoffs. Laich was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2018.
Laich is a member of the Canadian national team, and has played in two Olympic Games. Laich is a Saskatchewan Roughriders fan.
50. Guy Charron
Career
- Montreal Canadiens
- Detroit Red Wings
- Kansas City Scouts
- Washington Capitals
- National team: Canada
Guy Charron is a 74-year-old retired professional ice hockey player. He played in the National Hockey League for the Montreal Canadiens, Los Angeles Kings, and Philadelphia Flyers.
Charron was also a member of the Quebec Nordiques, Colorado Rockies, and Philadelphia Flyers. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1992. Charron is currently a television colour commentator for the Montreal Canadiens.
He has two children, a daughter and a son. Charron is a francophone and is of French-Canadian descent. Charron lives in Montreal, Quebec. Guy Charron is a retired professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League.
He is best known for his time with the Montreal Canadiens. Charron was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1992. He currently works as a television colour commentator for the Montreal Canadiens.
51. Steve Konowalchuk
Career
- Washington Capitals
- Colorado Avalanche
- National team: United States
- NHL Draft: 58th overall, 1991
- Washington Capitals
Konowalchuk was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1972. He played for the Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, New York Rangers, and Tampa Bay Lightning in the NHL.
He also played for the Edmonton Oilers and New Jersey Devils in the American Hockey League. Konowalchuk has represented Canada in international competition, including at the World Championships, the Olympic Games, and the World Cup of Hockey.
He has two children. Konowalchuk currently lives in Edmonton, Alberta. Steve Konowalchuk was born in Buffalo, New York in January of 1971.
He played his junior hockey with the Niagara IceDogs of the Ontario Hockey League before being drafted 58th overall by the Washington Capitals in the 1991 NHL Draft.
Konowalchuk made his NHL debut with the Capitals in 1992 and played for the team until 2006. He scored a total of 524 goals and 914 points in his career, making him one of the most accomplished players in Capitals history.
After leaving the Capitals, Konowalchuk spent a few years with the New York Rangers, then signed with the Avalanche in 2008.
He retired in 2013 after playing in Switzerland and Russia. In 2001, Konowalchuk was awarded the Lester B. Pearson Award, which is given to the Canadian player of the year.
He also won the Hart Memorial Trophy as the NHL's most valuable player in 2001 and 2006. Konowalchuk is now an analyst for the Capitals on Comcast SportsNet and has been involved in several charity activities.
He is married and has two children.
Final Words
The Washington Capitals are one of the most successful teams in the National Hockey League (NHL). The team has a rich history, with many players who have become legends.
Some of the best Capitals players of all time include Hall of Famers Alex Ovechkin and Peter Bondra, as well as current stars Evgeny Kuznetsov and Nicklas Backstrom. The Capitals remain one of the most popular teams in the NHL, and their fans are dedicated and passionate.
