November 17, 2025
SHOCKWAVE: Washington Capitals SLUMP—Why Alex Ovechkin Can’t SAVE Them & Failure Persists
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Washington Capitals drop another heartbreaker in a shootout as Connor McMichael finds new life on the wing. Can Alex Ovechkin’s leadership and McMichael’s resurgence spark a turnaround during a brutal loss streak? DAN HOLMI dissects the Capitals’ recent struggles, focusing on early penalties, shootout failures, and the absence of Evgeny Kuznetsov’s clutch shootout skills. Insightful analysis covers McMichael’s improved play at wing, the ripple effect of John Carlson’s injury, and the urgent need for offensive consistency. Plus, upcoming matchups against powerhouse teams like the Kings and Oilers add pressure to find a winning formula. Are major changes, trade moves, or Hershey call-ups the answer to escaping the Metro Division cellar? With the season on the line, Washington must dig deep—will Spencer Carbery shake up his strategy, or risk letting this year slip away? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rugiet Visit https://rugiet.com/LOCKEDONNHL to get 15% off your first order. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. Monarch Take control of your finances with Monarch. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at https://monarch.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.