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Two goaltenders, but no controversy in Washington

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Some of the looming questions surrounding the Washington Capitals these days relate to its goaltenders. That there are two healthy, capable and talented young goalies ready to get between the pipes once the NHL season begins is certainly a benefit to the team and a testament to a strong farm system in Hershey that has factored into their development. There is no question that Braden Holtby and Michal Neuvirth are ready to play. The question is who will be starting in goal in the season opener and more importantly, who will distinguish themselves as the clear number one goalie during the shorter 48-game season?  The adjusted season may actually prove to be beneficial to both Holtby and Neuvirth. Conventional hockey wisdom says to stick with the hot handed goalie until they put up a stinker or two or get lit up and are unable to bounce back.  But how do...

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Carlson Hanging Out At Kettler

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From John Carlson's twitter : What up @Holts170 (with picture above loaded in) Well, it must have been bittersweet to see the guys hit the ice if you were John Carlson who snapped a photo of your 2012 Playoff heart throb and new dad, Mr. Braden Holtby at Kettler this morning. Holtby "Oh hey Carlson, what are you doing here?" Carlson "I.... I.... I JUST WANNA PLAYYYY!!!! PLEASEEEE!!!" As you should know, he is in town for tonight's match at the Verizon Center against the Norfolk Admirals. It will be a bit weird since the Bears are the away team tonight, and will consequentially be gearing up in the visitor locker room at the Verizon Center. Just kidding, they ended up being the away team and geared up in the Capitals locker room which may have been even more of a reason for Carlson to help move gear out just to get a glimpse...

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