Semyon Varlamov and Michael Nylander appeared to be the starter heading into the season, but it looks like Washington Capitals will instead look to veteran Jose Theodore to lead them in goal.
Theodore Will Start Thursday; Permanent Starter Still Unclear
Corey Masiak of the Washington Times, who’s been all over this story from the start, reports that Theodore will, indeed, get the start tonight. But nothing’s set in stone for the Caps, as Varlamov will start Saturday, leaving a permanent solution up in the air for Washington:
Read Article >Caps Starter is Still Unclear
Corey Masiak, the Washington Times reporter who said yesterday that Jose Theodore will start in goal for the Capitals tonight, is now not so sure. From Masiak’s twitter feed come these conflicting reports:
By 7 o’clock tonight, we’ll have a sure answer. Before then? It’s anybody’s guess…
Read Article >Theodore Will Open the Season as the Starter
Corey Masiak of the Washington Times is reporting that the Washington Capitals and head coach Bruce Boudreau will start Jose Theodore (nee “Jose Three-or-more”) in goal tomorrow night’s home opener vs. the Bruins. In other words, despite 21 year-old Semyon Varlamov’s promising play during last season’s playoff run, the Caps will go to war—at least initially—with last season’s incumbent.
Be sure to check out Japers’ Rink for more coverage, as they’re sure to have a reaction to this soon.
Read Article >Neuvirth Not Injured, Goaltending Decision to Come Tomorrow
Cory Masisak, via Twitter, has updated us on why Michael Neuvirth left practice this morning:
Masisak also reports that the Capitals expect to make a decision on which netminder will start the season in Washington tomorrow.
Read Article >Capitals Still in Talks about a Nylander Move
Cory Masisak, via Twitter, gives us an update on Michael Nylander’s status:
Read Article >Capitals Nylander and Varlamov Appear Ready to Start Season in Washington
It was an interesting battle to follow in training camp and Capitals fans should be encouraged by both players. We all know what we can expect from Varlamov after he exploded on the scene in the playoffs last season. We don’t know as much about Nuevirth but he was the AHL Playoff MVP. The Capitals will be set with goaltending for years to come.
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