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Saturday Caps Clips: Capitals vs. Lightning Game Day

The Caps and Bolts face off in a matinee meeting, more from GM Chris Patrick on the trade deadline, power rankings and more in today’s clips.

Apr 13, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals goaltender Charlie Lindgren (79) makes a save on Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli (71) as Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) defends in the second period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Your savory breakfast links:

  • Previewing today’s matchup with the Tampa Bay Lightning with Vogs and AP, and don’t forget to follow along with FHF pals Raw Charge for coverage from behind enemy lines.
  • A few leftovers from Thursday night’s to the Blues from us, RMNB, and S+S.
  • News and notes from yesterday’s practice. [Caps video (Coach Carbery, Strome, Caps365), THN, RMNB]
  • The Washington Capitals are open to making moves at the upcoming trade deadline but also don’t want to “over-tinker” with the lineup. [WaPo ($), S+S]
  • Speaking of the deadline, GM Chris Patrick says that whether or not Ryan Leonard makes the jump to the NHL will not factor into trade plans. [THN, RMNB]
  • See where the Caps land in The Athletic’s latest NHL power rankings. [Athletic ($)]
  • Dylan McIlrath shared his thoughts on what it means to consistently be a healthy scratch. [THN]
  • Yesterday, the Capitals announced their series of initiatives for Women’s Month in March. [Caps]
  • Finally, happy 43rd birthday to Brian Sutherby, and wishing a very happy birthday to Matt Roy, who turns the big 3-0 today!

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