5 – Number of days remaining until the start of the Washington Capitals’ 50th season. But it’s also…
…the number of players who have suited up for at least 100 playoff games with the Capitals over the years. Three of those five are currently active(ish), with Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom, and John Carlson all crossing the century line in playoff games. Here’s the full list:
- Alex Ovechkin – 151
- Nicklas Backstrom – 139
- John Carlson – 127
- Dale Hunter – 100
- Kelly Miller – 100