The Washington Capitals are off to a modest start in their latest season, with two wins and a loss in their first three games. While the team has a significant journey ahead to even consider a Stanley Cup run, expectations remain high, particularly with the focus on a veteran player’s potential final NHL chapter. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if the Capitals can build momentum as the campaign progresses. The early results suggest a challenging path toward playoff contention, but nothing is set in stone this early.

Washington, undoubtedly, would love to end Ovechkin's last ride in the NHL with another Stanley Cup parade. Just three games in, the Capitals (2-1-0) have a long road to get anywhere near that point ...