The Washington Capitals recalled goaltender Hunter Shepard from the AHL’s Hershey Bears on Friday as they await further word on Logan Thompson, who suffered an upper-body injury back on Wednesday.

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Washington Capitals will host Fan Appreciation Week presented by Bud Light from Monday, April 7 through Sunday, April 13. Fan Appreciation Week presented by Bud Light is a longstanding Capitals tradition which recognizes fans for their loyalty and support throughout the season. Highlights include:

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad is a doubtful starter for their home game against Delhi Captals (DC) at Chepauk on Saturday. MS Dhoni is likely to take over captaincy if Gaikwad doesn't recover in time.

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield will not face any supplemental discipline from the NHL Department of Player Safety for his takedown of Washington Capitals forward Connor McMichael on Wednesday.

The remaining Bruins games might not mean much to some. But for others like Fabian Lysell, it provides a chance to prove he can be part of the future.

Leonard was sitting with his Boston College teammates Monday when he received a text with a dinner invitation from Alex Ovechkin. Was it real?