The Washington Capitals face elimination against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 of their second-round series. The Hurricanes' 3-1 series lead surprised many, as the top-seeded Capitals were viewed as the favorite entering the matchup.

The Washington Capitals made an unexpected roster move on Thursday ahead of their elimination Game 5 against the Carolina Hurricanes, recalling Clay Stevenson from the AHL’s Hershey Bears.

The Caps showed significant changes to their forward lines Wednesday, moving Anthony Beauvillier up while shifting Connor McMichael to the third-line center role.

Social media desperately wanted to identify the attractive Washington Capitals fan that was spotted in the crowd.

The Washington Capitals held a lighter optional morning skate ahead of Thursday's elimination game against the Carolina Hurricanes, with several regulars choosing not to take the ice and get some extra rest going into Game 5.

The Washington Capitals are far from being in all-out crisis, but hopes for their season definitely don’t look good. After a staggering 4-0 loss in Raleigh on Saturday it’s become apparent that whatever strategy this team brought into the series simply isn’t working.

Spencer Carbery went from minor league player to NHL bench boss — and his bank account reflects it. Discover how the Washington Capitals’ head coach built his growing fortune.

It's win or go home time for Washington and Winnipeg. Plus, get caught up on Wednesday's highlights, top stars.