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Meet the 2018 Washington Capitals

By WTOP Staff

WASHINGTON — Hockey season is back.

After an unforgettable summer — yet one many of the players probably don’t fully remember — the Washington Capitals took the ice at Capital One Arena Wednesday night for the season opener against the Boston Bruins, winning 7-0.

It was one final chance to celebrate last year’s inspired Stanley Cup run. They’ll get their rings. Then they’ll get down to the tough business of trying to repeat.

While many of the faces on this year’s roster are familiar ones, it’s never too late to acquaint yourself with your hometown hockey team. Here’s this year’s roster. (Note: Rosters are subject to last-minute changes)

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