Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 for Washington Capitals

By Ben Linton

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 for Washington Capitals

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals — No team in the NHL welcomed in the new year better than the Washington Capitals, who defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 in the 2015 Winter Classic. The Capitals are playing inspired under new head coach Barry Trotz, and good things are sure to come in the new year. Let's take a look at five of Washington's most exciting matchups in 2015.

5. Capitals vs. Kings, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m.

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals

5. Capitals vs. Kings, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m.

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals — There will be no greater challenge for the Capitals than going up against the defending champions of the sport. It will also be a useful measuring stick to see how Washington compares to hockey's greatest competition. The goalie matchup between Braden Holtby and Johnathan Quick will be a magnificent one to watch.

4. Capitals vs. Flyers, Jan. 14 at 8 p.m.

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals

4. Capitals vs. Flyers, Jan. 14 at 8 p.m.

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals — There won't be a shortage of excitement or violence when the Caps face off against the Philadelphia Flyers. These rivals always enjoy battling one another on the ice, and this game will be no different. I'm guaranteeing at least three fights and five lost teeth after this one is over.

3. Capitals vs. Bruins, Apr. 8 at 8 p.m.

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals

3. Capitals vs. Bruins, Apr. 8 at 8 p.m.

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals — These two squads are always competitive in the conference and have a recent playoff history that has sparked a rivalry between the teams. Both teams are enjoying successful seasons again behind their star-studded lineups. Expect another great game when the Caps and Bruins lace 'em up in early April.

2. Caps vs. Rangers, March 11 at 3 p.m.

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals

2. Caps vs. Rangers, March 11 at 3 p.m.

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals — Speaking of recent playoff history, how about those Rangers? Washington will get a chance to duel with its longtime nemesis at Madison Square Garden in what appears to be a great game. Alexander Ovechkin and the Caps will hope to score against "King" Henrik Lundqvist and the defending Eastern Conference champions.

1. Capitals vs. Penguins, Jan. 28 at 8 p.m.

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals

1. Capitals vs. Penguins, Jan. 28 at 8 p.m.

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Washington Capitals — As expected, the Capitals and their fans will be looking forward to playing the Penguins a couple times in 2015. Pittsburgh leads the Metropolitan division by five points over Washington heading into the second half of the season. The best way for the Caps to make up ground against its rival is to beat them head-to-head, and Washington will have a opportunity to do so on the 28th.

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