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Washington Capitals History

The Capitals were founded in 1974, but did not post a winning record or reach the Playoffs until the 1982-1983 season, when a group led by top scorers Dennis Maruk and Mike Gartner, along with defenseman Rod Langway, ended the frustration. It began a remarkable streak of 14 consecutive seasons in the Playoffs.

After that streak ended in 1996-1997, the Capitals bounced back the next year to win their first conference title. Led by right wing Peter Bondra and goalie Olaf Kölzig, they defeated Boston, Ottawa and Buffalo in the Playoffs to earn their first berth in the Stanley Cup Final. But the Caps were swept in four games.

Alexander Ovechkin arrived in 2005, and since 2007-2008, the Capitals have reached the Playoffs almost every year. The 2014-2015 season began a run of three consecutive years that the Capitals reached the second round, only to lose in heartbreaking fashion. In 2015-2016, they won a franchise-high and NHL-best 56 games only to be felled by Pittsburgh, all the losses coming by one goal. They won a league-best 55 games the next year, but again lost to the Penguins in the second round.

The Capitals would go on to win their first Stanley Cup Championship in franchise history in 2018 when they beat the Vegas Golden Knights. Ovechkin currently ranks second in most career goals scored with 822 and continues to chase Wayne Gretzky's career mark of 894. Along with Gartner and Langway, Yvon Labre and Dale Hunter have had their numbers retired.

Washington Capitals Team Info

Conference: Eastern
Division: Metropolitan
Year Founded: 1974
Team Colors: Red, Blue
Team Rivals: Carolina Hurricanes, Philadelphia Flyers, New York Rangers, Boston Bruins, Pittsburgh Penguins

Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena

In 1997, the Washington Capitals began play at Capital One Arena, their present home arena in Washington, D.C., which is also the home of the Washington Wizards. Located in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C., Capital One Arena has hosted many high-profile events since opening, including the 2018 and 1998 Stanley Cup Finals. Since opening, the arena has hosted 47 million visitors and more than 4,500 events.

FAQS

The Washington Capitals’ 2023–24 regular season kicks off in October at home as the Capitals face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Caps play their final game of the regular season at Wells Fargo Center against Metropolitan Division rivals the Philadelphia Flyers. Here’s a list of key games to keep an eye on: 

  • 10/13 vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
  • 12/09 vs. New York Rangers
  • 01/05 vs. Carolina Hurricanes
  • 01/14 @ New York Rangers
  • 03/01 vs. Philadelphia Flyers
  • 03/30 vs. Boston Bruins
  • 04/05 @ Carolina Hurricanes
  • 04/16 @ Philadelphia Flyers

Tickets for the 2023–24 regular season can be purchased on Ticketmaster, the Official Ticket Marketplace of the Washington Capitals.

The Capitals have made two appearances in the Stanley Cup Final, and have won once (in 2018).

The seating map for Capital One Arena can be viewed here.

Reviews

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 based on 13 reviews
  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 2016-10-14Verizon Center - Washington

    Good game. Warning to anyone trying to use credit card entry for US event - it didn't work for us. Fortunately had our proof of purchase and order number to get tickets printed at the venue box office.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Capital game

    by Skaterboy on 2014-12-19Verizon Center - Washington

    Two teams were sizing each other for nearly a period and a half. Then it got going with Backstrom scoring a hat trick for the Capitals. The Lightning fighting back to 3 -2 and taking off the goalie for an extra attacker but their defense made a mistake and the Capitals scored in the empty net for a 4 -2 win.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 2014-12-01Verizon Center - Washington

    We arrived 20 minutes before start and there was a mass of people still waiting to get in. Seemed the security check may have been taking too long. Also, we had to wait in the same line as ticket holders to get in to will call which seemed odd. Once we were in, it was smooth sailing to our seats and a great experience! Note that Row Q in the 400's section is the absolute last row!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Washington Capitals in Washington

    by Van2010Fan on 2013-10-22Verizon Center - Washington

    I went. They won. The fans were supportive and respectful of all. Transportation to Verizon Centre was great! Then it was onwards to Pittsburgh for Steelers and Penguins.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fabulous atmosphere and fun game!

    by Mommy on 2013-10-06Verizon Center - Washington

    We had the best time at the Washington Capitals home opener! The atmosphere was incredible and we had great seats. It was awesome to be able to buy tickets and be able to go to the game. In our hometown of Toronto it is near impossible to get tickets unless you want to pay BIG bucks from a scalper. This was easy and we had the best time. The Verizon Centre is a great arena and we had great seats. We were very lucky to see such a great game as well.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Caps game Eastern Conference Semi Final home Game

    by hockeyfan12552 on 2012-05-13Verizon Center - Washington

    Wow what a game it was, the longest in Caps history, did not finish the way we wanted but nevertheless almost 6 periods of great hockey, something to remember for ever...thanks Caps it was a great event to say the least....

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 2010-12-14Verizon Center - Washington

    It would have been nice if Washington won but otherwise it was fun.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    great action in washington

    by blainestyres on 2010-12-08Verizon Center - Washington

    went to the caps leafs game in washington it was exciting caps took an early lead but the leafs fought back and won in a shoot out one of the things i like about the verizon centre is the food i have been to 9 different arenas in the past 3 years and their food is by far the best good time and great fans even though i was cheering for toronto

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Caps vs. Sens

    by agdd on 2010-10-15Verizon Center - Washington

    This was my first time to a Caps game in DC, having just moved to the area from Canada. There was a good vibe to the building, although there were a surprisingly small number of Sens fans.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Washington Caps vs. Calgary Flames

    by AndreaQ on 2010-03-31Verizon Center - Washington

    I flew down from Calgary to Washington, DC, to see the Calgary Flames play against the Washington Capitals and I was amazed at the spirit and enthusiasm that was displayed by both the teams and fans. The Verizon Centre was modern, clean and the staff was incredibly friendly! For the pre-game skate fans were allowed to go right along the boards to watch and cheer! The seats we had were amazing Section 113 Row F, the Washington Capitals fans were fantastic and incredibly courteous! Truly an amazing experience!!!!