Cockroach Caps Live On, Crosby vs Ovi 100, Sens area a Threat, Kings Heat Up
From The Ray & Dregs Hockey Podcast by R.E.V. Media
April 13, 2026 · 40 min · Season 7 · Episode 56
About this episode
The episode discusses the playoff hopes of the Washington Capitals, the rivalry between Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin, the Ottawa Senators' playoff position, and the recent success of the Los Angeles Kings.
The Washington Capitals kept their playoff hopes alive with a win over Pittsburgh on Sunday, earning the nickname “Cockroach Caps” (coined by Brandon Duhaime) for their refusal to fade despite selling at the deadline. With young talent emerging, the Caps appear capable of retooling on the fly. The game marked the 100th and perhaps final time, Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin went head-to-head, a subplot that added emotional weight to what feels like a quiet farewell tour for a true legend of the game. Meanwhile, the Ottawa Senators clinched a playoff spot but slipped into the second wildcard after an OT loss to the New Jersey Devils, though they remain a dangerous matchup thanks to strong defensive structure and a red-hot Linus Ullmark. Out West, the Los Angeles Kings have surged with four straight wins, holding a wildcard spot with games in hand and a favourable schedule against non-playoff teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Topics covered
- playoff race
- hockey rivalry
- team performance
- emerging talent
- defensive strategy
- NHL updates
Keywords
- Washington Capitals
- Sidney Crosby
- Alex Ovechkin
- Ottawa Senators
- Los Angeles Kings
- NHL playoffs
- Linus Ullmark
- hockey news
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Washington Capitals, Pittsburgh, Ottawa Senators, New Jersey Devils, Los Angeles Kings
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