We are now 7 and 1 in Military Night games. Military Night is my favorite night during the regular season. We are honored to host the brass but we are more honored to host so many brave men and woman who serve our nation and keep us safe.
We won last night 5 to 4 in a sloppy- goofy but fun game. Here is a bunch of photos of our players during practice wearing their fatigues in uniform.
Our Coach is a gambler. He threw three of our new players into the pool and got their feet wet. Scotty Walker blew up scoring two goals and got the game winner. He smiled like no one’s business. Welcome all to DC.
We have a lot of depth now. We have so much talent, so many weapons, and so much “optionality”. This is the most talent we have ever had on one team heading into the playoffs. It is an exciting time to be a Caps fan.
18 games left to play. 94 points. 255 goals. Up by 14 points for the lead in the East. Up by 28 points for the lead in the division. Wings for everyone. A salute to the Military. Try to be happy.
Tags: NHL, Ted Leonsis, Ted's Take, Washington Capitals
Wow. I actually got Belangers Military Jersey last night. It was money I didn’t really have, but as a retired Army guy I really got carried away with the promotion. I think it was a super idea and thanx for honoring the troops.
Now I actually have a pic that Ted posted of Eric Belanger actually wearing the very same Jersey that i now have. Way cool.
Bill
Thank you so much for doing military night. Loved the camo jerseys! I was at the Veteran’s Day game back in November and noticed one difference last night that most people may not have picked up on.
The announcer said current and former military do not have to remove their caps and/or may render the hand salute. This is a privilege that few servicemen and women in and out of uniform know about, even though it has been around for years. If you’re military, you know you NEVER salute without your military cap/cover on, so this is a big deal for us.
As a former US Marine, I felt exceptionally proud to be able to salute the flag at a Caps game. I was also thrilled to see my co-worker’s picture up on the Jumbotron again, hers is first in the collage of slides of the amazing men and women who have served in the Armed Forces. And who are Caps fans!
Just another reason I love the Caps, and what you do. Caps hockey makes me HAPPY!!!
Hi Ted. I posted a few of photos from last night as well if you’d like to see them.
http://capitalsnewsnetworkofftheice.blogspot.com/2010/03/caps-military-night-auction-welcome.html
When will the auction for the jerseys happen? Thanks!
Dear Ted,
Military Night really is a great idea for many reasons. Thanks a ton for keeping this event going from year to year.
The Caps Camo Jerseys were really sharp also. Here are some pictures of the Camo Jerseys:
http://washingtoncapitalsblog.blogspot.com/2010/03/caps-camouflage-jerseys-pictures.html
Ted,
Thanks for Military night, I don’t think I would have spent that much on an auction if if wasn’t for such a good cause.
Support our troops!
http://twitpic.com/16ojq6
These camo jerseys are so popular may I suggest selling them at Verizon Center and the Pro Shop!!