NHL season with the Washington Capitals, as fans and analysts watch closely to see how the legendary forward approaches the season opener against the Boston Bruins.

The Washington Capitals begin their regular season Wednesday with plenty of optimism, but also more than a few questions.

The Washington Capitals host the Boston Bruins to kick off the 2025-26 NHL season on Wednesday, October 8th. Capitals, coming off a strong regular season, aim to leverage home-ice advantage. Bruins, seeking to improve their road record,

The Washington Capitals are kicking off their 51st season Wednesday night with their home opener against the Boston Bruins

Alex Ovechkin begins season No. 21 with the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night when they host the Boston Bruins.

The 2025-26 NHL preseason has wrapped up for the Washington Capitals. Many experienced NHL players and up-and-coming talent have already

The Amherst native is set to begin his first full season of professional hockey on Wednesday, amidst high expectations.

With a Capitals-record 1,623 points entering this season, Ovechkin is 19 from passing Joe Sakic (1,641) for 10th in the League. He and longtime rival Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins (1,687) each have a chance to join the NHL's 1,700-point club, which currently includes only eight players.

The Washington Capitals enter the 2025-26 season aiming to build on their Eastern Conference-best record a year ago, while the Boston Bruins embark on a new era following their first playoff miss since 2016.

Washington finished as the best team in the East last season. With the same lineup largely in place, can it take another step forward?

The Washington Capitals (0-0) are not considered by sporstbooks to be strong contenders to win the Stanley Cup in 2025-26, at +2800 on the moneyline. The Capitals host the Boston Bruins, on Wednesday, October 8 at 7:30 p.m. ET. Odds to win the Stanley Cup: +2800 (Bet $10 to win $280.00)