Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league. These moments can define a team's destiny for years to come. For this installment, we bring you the defining moments of the Washington Capitals.

Capitals' Defining Moments

The NHL awarded an expansion team to Washington, D.C. in 1972. In 1974, the Capitals played their first game. After a rough start, things changed in the 1980s. Today, the Caps have 14 division titles, three Presidents' Trophies, two appearances in the Stanley Cup Final, and a championship in 2018. Furthermore, the team has had the honour of having Alex Ovechkin play for the team.

There are many great moments in Caps history. Which stand out as the defining moments?

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