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Saturday Caps Clips: Capitals @ Lightning Game Day

February 22, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Washington Capitals center Connor McMichael (24) celebrates with left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) and defenseman John Carlson (74) after scoring a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the third period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Your savory breakfast links:

  • The Caps got off to a hot start – and one with lots of points – thanks to contributions from across the team. [Rink]
  • Previews of tonight's matchup with Tampa from Vogs, the Bolts, AP and Reuters, and be sure to check out our friends at Raw Charge for a look behind enemy lines.
  • Caps owner Ted Leonsis is kind of surprised that people were unhappy (to say the least) with his attempt to move his teams to Virginia. [WaPo]
  • Tarik El-Bashir answers more pressing Caps fan questions. [Monumental]
  • The Caps' hot start is one of the topics of conversation on the latest NHL @TheRink podcast. [NHL]
  • Yes, about this hot start? It's her best in nine years. [RMNB]
  • One thing that hasn't been particularly popular is the power play. However, the team is working on it and, according to the coach, all options are in play. [THN]
  • I spoke with Coach Carbery and the team before heading to Tampa. [Caps video (Carbery, Caps365)]
  • Some early power rankings and the biggest surprise for each team yet. [ESPN]
  • Finally, there was a very special and beloved guest at yesterday's training: