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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 853 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.
Headed to Capital One Arena? Get info on food and drink options and more.
Check out this full guide to D.C. sports teams.
Revisit the Capitals' 4-1 win against the Vegas Golden Knights in 2018.
Tickets for the 2024–25 regular season can be purchased on Ticketmaster, the Official Ticket Marketplace of the Washington Capitals.
Ticket prices for Washington Capitals games depend on a variety of factors, including date and time, city, matchup, seat location, and when the tickets are purchased. The average ticket for a Washington Capitals game can cost anywhere between $100-$200.
Check out the schedule for the Washington Capitals and see their games for the 2024-25 season on Ticketmaster.
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.
Wow beautiful venue and great employees well done. Loved the game and which we could afford to come more often. This was the Only downside, very expensive, I have been there from the beginning 1974 when it was $20 dollars to get in and we hardly missed a game. Great military discounts back the as well. Thanks for the memories. Go CAPS.
It was my first and I loved it! The atmosphere, and the energy are unmatched. It was amazing!
I enjoyed everything about the game - it was easy getting to and into the arena, the store was run efficiently, my seat had a great view, the entertainment and music throughout kept the energy levels up, the atmosphere was friendly, and the Caps won!! Thanks for a fun Capsgiving game :)
Wonderful game, great organization. Really good experience. But Ovi was injured in this game:(
Every employee encountered, regardless of function, could not have been nicer. It was such a pleasant experience, especially as a former season ticket holder who has something to compare to the wonderful attitudes of the employees I encountered. This arena staff could teach the Nat's stadium staff many things!
The Capitals are awesome, the seats, not so much. TV cameras blocked some of the view and were distracting unless you are standing up. Center ice is great, but obstructed view needs a lower price on tix.
great game seats could be bigger def would go again
The Ticketmaster experience was flawless. So easy entering the venue using tickets stored in Apple wallet. The seats were great. The hockey game was great. The people at the venue were great.
Me and my wife went thinking this would be a cool experience, not really expecting to meet any players (thought they would at least be moving around the concourse, which they weren't), but at the very least have access to exclusive 50th merchandise, and that couldn't have been further from the truth. When we arrived, we proceeded to walk around the bottom concourse, where there was nothing to do but take pictures with various staged scenes. There was one staff member who was off in a corner writing various "challenges"on the board that led to autographed items, which was cool, but you had to be the first to complete it. Other than that, the upper level was all kids items, and while Jack Daniel's and Devil's Backbone were doing samples (shot glass size), there wasn't much else to do. We interacted with a few staff members when asked questions (where the $4 hotdogs and $5 soda's were located) were either rude or didn't want to be bothered. And my wife ended up waiting 45 min. for Miners Taco's. So I just hope they get it together for the season; or it will be a long one.
Hockey in person is awesome. Capitals aren't as good as they used to be, but still fun to go. Traffic is brutal if you drive, and parking is very expensive. But same holds for other spots, sadly. NHL is best fun for the money. Food and drink is very expensive. Would try to limit that or you'll be out hundreds.
