Hockey Now Headlines
Hockey Now Headlines: Screaming Eagle Jerseys, Sidney Crosby
Former Canucks defender also announces retirement and Dallas re-signs two crucial blueliners
The Washington Capitals have their Media Day on Thursday, September 19, which kicks off training camp for the team. They have their first preseason game on Sunday at 3:00 P.M. against the Philadelphia Flyers at Capital One Arena. The countdown continues between now and the start of the 2024-25 regular season. The Capitals have their home opener on Saturday, October 12, versus the New Jersey Devils. It will be a special 50th Anniversary for the franchise and the fans. Here are some recent Hockey Now Headlines involving the Capitals and the rest of the NHL.
Hockey Now Headlines: Washington Capitals
Washington Hockey Now: The Washington Capitals announced 50th Anniversary plans for the 2024-25 season, including details about 50 Fest presented by TikTok, and the schedule for upcoming promotional games.
Washington Hockey Now: The Screaming Eagle logo has returned. The Capitals will wear black Screaming Eagle jerseys for six games during the upcoming 2024-25 season.
Washington Capitals prospect Cam Allen with the Guelph Storm (Gar Fitzgerald/Guelph Storm)
Washington Hockey Now: Capitals defenseman prospect Cam Allen was on the ice during rookie camp. He discussed his recovery from shoulder surgery, as well as his thoughts on being at the camp.
Around the Hockey World:
NHL.com: Former Hurricanes goalie Antti Raanta will not play in the NHL for the 2024-25 season. He spent time with the Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers, Arizona Coyotes, and Hurricanes. He finished his career in the league with a record of 139-80-29 in 277 games played. Raanta also had a save percentage (SV%) of .915, a goals against average of 2.48, and 20 shutouts.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby re-signed with the club on a two-year extension.
Colorado Hockey Now: The Sidney Crosby-Nathan MacKinnon duo will not be happening for the Colorado Avalanche.
NHL.com: The Dallas Stars signed two of their defensemen to extensions, as the team announced a five-year deal for Esa Lindell and a two-year contract for Thomas Harley.
Vegas Hockey Now: New Jersey Devils insider discusses what the Vegas Golden Knights are getting with forward Alexander Holtz.
NHL on Twitter/X: Defenseman Alexander Edler has announced his retirement. He played in 925 games for the Vancouver Canucks and another 105 games for the Los Angeles Kings.
Chicago Hockey Now: Philipp Kurashev is one player to keep an eye on this upcoming season for the Chicago Blackhawks.
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