The Washington Capitals have been one of the most successful teams of the 21st century. Their 2018 Stanley Cup title was the culmination of a 13-year-long quest for playoff success. From Alex Ovechkin , John Carlson, and Nicklas Backstrom winning the Cup with the Capitals to pre-Ovechkin greats, the Capitals' Top 10 list is a star-studded group.

#1: Alex Ovechkin

Considered one of the greatest NHL players of all time Alex Ovechkin is easily the greatest Capitals player ever. He is the franchise leader in games played, goals, points, power-play goals, even-strength goals, game-winning goals, hat tricks, playoff games, playoff goals, and playoff points. He also is second in career assists and just 36 assists from the franchise record.

Ovechkin set the NHL record for career goals, su

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