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Capitals' Declining Possession Raises Concerns Amid B Grade

1/27/2026

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The Washington Capitals, an NHL team, rank ninth in shot attempts and tenth in expected goals in five-on-five play.
The team earned a B grade, but that rating overlooks a possession trend.
They were a top-three possession team for 25 games, but have fallen below 50 percent in last 20 games.
The author expresses frustration at the lack of action and calls for deeper analysis beyond the numbers.

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Story summary

The Washington Capitals, an NHL team, rank ninth in shot attempts and tenth in expected goals in five-on-five play.
The team earned a B grade, but that rating overlooks a possession trend.
They were a top-three possession team for 25 games, but have fallen below 50 percent in last 20 games.
The author expresses frustration at the lack of action and calls for deeper analysis beyond the numbers.