Washington Capitals First NHL Game vs NY Rangers
The Capitals' first NHL game was a shootout win over Ottawa on October 5, 2017.
The Washington Capitals played their first NHL game on October 5, 2017, against the Ottawa Senators, winning 5–4 in a shootout at Canadian Tire Centre.
Quick Facts
- Result
- Loss (6-3)
- First goal scorer
- Bob Gryp
Lore & Background
The 2017–18 season was the Capitals' 43rd season. They won their first Stanley Cup, defeating the Vegas Golden Knights in five games. Alexander Ovechkin led the league with 49 goals and won the Conn Smythe Trophy.
Reader's Guide
The Capitals' first regular season game was on October 5, 2017, at Ottawa. They finished the regular season with 105 points, winning the Metropolitan Division.
Did You Know?
- Alexander Ovechkin won his seventh Maurice 'Rocket' Richard Trophy with 49 goals.
- Evgeny Kuznetsov led the team in assists with 56.
- The Capitals overcame a 3–2 series deficit against Tampa Bay in the Eastern Conference Finals.
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