ARLINGTON, Va. – The Washington Capitals will host Fan Appreciation Week presented by Bud Light from Monday, April 7 through Sunday, April 13. Fan Appreciation Week presented by Bud Light is a longstanding Capitals tradition which recognizes fans for their loyalty and support throughout the season. Highlights include:

Alex Ovechkin scored his 892nd career goal, moving him three away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record, but rookie Jackson Blake scored twice to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Washington Capitals 5-1 on Wednesday night and clinch a playoff spot.

Logan Thompson has been a revelation in net for the Washington Capitals this season, as he's played like one of the best goaltenders in the league and helped hi

Ryan Leonard of the Washington Capitals was named one of three finalists for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award on Thursday. Minnesota Wild defenseman prospect Zeev Buium and Tampa Bay Lightning forward prospect Isaac Howard are also finalists.

The 5-1 win for Carolina included 142 combined minutes of penalties — 122 of which came in the third period — including two fights and six misconducts.

The Capitals (48-18-9 and 105 points in 75 games) currently hold the top seed in the East but have lost four of their last five matches.

When - 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 2 Where - Lenovo Center; Raleigh, NC How to Watch - FanDuel Sports Network South (WRAL), TNT, truTV, MAX, TVAS, MNMT

As the minutes ticked away between the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals, the Hurricanes were running away with an important victory. A win over the C

At the time of publication, Washington Capitals star Alexander Ovechkin is two goals shy of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL goal record. As of now, the 39-year-old left wing has 892 scores under his belt; “the Great One” ended his career with 894.

The remaining Bruins games might not mean much to some. But for others like Fabian Lysell, it provides a chance to prove he can be part of the future.

The Capitals and Alex Ovechkin are riding high in the regular season, but the Stanley Cup Playoffs will present new challenges.