This is the third episode of Capital News Service’s sports podcast, “WAR on Hot Takes,” with Dylan Sinn and Adam Zielonka.
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Globe-trotting Australian Nathan Walker on verge of making Capitals
After traveling halfway around the world and working his way up to the American Hockey League, the Australian is poised to make the Washington Capitals’ opening-night roster.
Departed players could cost Capitals in standings
Following the Capitals’ offseason exodus, the NHL’s best regular-season team for the past two seasons could have a hard time replicating its recent dominance in the standings.
Fanalytics Ep. 7: Rajon Rondo injured and “Playoffs in DC”
Gabe and Connor discuss the potential consequences of Rajon Rondo’s injury, jump around the sports landscape for some quick stats, and perform an original song about the playoffs in D.C. Lyrics: You trudged through months of late-night games against the…
New teams are economic boost to some cities, including Washington and Baltimore
WASHINGTON – If you listen closely enough during the summer months in Washington’s Navy Yard neighborhood, you might hear the crack of a bat smashing a baseball and a roaring crowd through the sound of jackhammers and drills. The home…
Teams with no mascot are worth more than teams with one
A Capital News Service analysis shows which type of mascot is the best mascot for professional teams. Teams with no mascot tend to be worth more and win more than teams with one.
Fanalytics Episode 3: Maryland Woes, Wizards Travels, and the Avalanche Suck
A special St. Patrick’s day edition of Fanalytics that you can enjoy a pint of Guinness to. Special guest appearance by Liam Neeson. Song at 15:18: www.bensound.com/instinct
Sagging NHL power play opportunities hurting Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin
Alex Ovechkin is quickly climbing the NHL’s all-time scoring lists, but a league-wide lack of power play opportunities may be hampering his ascent.
How an advanced hockey stat measures luck in the NHL
So your favorite hockey team is off to a great start. Twenty games into the season, they’ve shocked the world and are first in the division after being predicted to finish last.