Andrew Chodes, Author at Capitals Outsider

Samsonov, Vanecek Are An Underappreciated Tandem

As we approach 30 games through the season, it's plausible to say that in Vitek Vanecek and Ilya Samsonov, the Washington Capitals might have one of the best goaltending tandems in...
Tom Wilson and Martin Fehervary Exit With Injuries

Tom Wilson and Martin Ferhevary both left Friday's game and did not return with upper-body injuries in what could be a massive blow to the already-depleted depth of the Capitals.
Alex Ovechkin is the NHL’s MVP Right Now

Having outlasted the others, Alex Ovechkin is dominating a new generation of goaltenders.
As Caps Suffer More Covid Problems, Can Success Continue?

The Capitals announced yesterday that practice today would be canceled and facilities shut down out of an abundance of caution as the team awaits another round of Covid tests.
Vitek Vanecek Playing Well Beyond His Salary

Even though Vanecek is making the least amount of money of any player on the active roster, he just might be the most valuable player on the ice each night.
Capitals Outsider Roundtable: Round 1

It's playoff time again! Here are Caps Outsider's predictions.
Week 16 Recap: Injured Caps Lose Division Lead

The Caps lost three points, and the division lead, to the Penguins.
Week 14 Recap: Despite Losses, Caps Still Lead East Division

The Caps won two and lost two this past week.
Week 12 Recap: Swept the Devils’ Leg

The Caps lost two games but completed an eight-game sweep of New Jersey.