#ryan-leonard tag

3 days ago

Washington Capitals

Ryan Leonard scores confidence-building, highlight-reel goal against Devils, his first in the NHL against a goalie

4 days ago

Washington Capitals

Spencer Carbery wants Ryan Leonard to stop measuring his game by goals and assists: 'He wants to produce like Macklin Celebrini'

Washington Capitals

Andrew Cristall and Ryan Leonard combine to give Team Green win during three-on-three mini game (video)

Ryan Leonard recalls his 'Welcome to the NHL' moment: 'Holy sh*t, that's Alex Ovechkin'

Ryan Leonard experienced an NHL debut, scoring his first goal while witnessing Alex Ovechkin tie the all-time goals record and receiving congratulations from Wayne Gretzky.

fromThe Washington Post

After a wild NHL start, Ryan Leonard hopes to play with 'a lot more confidence'

Ryan Leonard sought rest after a whirlwind year that included college hockey, U-20 gold, an NHL contract, and a rapid NHL debut.

2 days ago

Washington Capitals

Tuesday Caps Clips: Capitals @ Blue Jackets Preseason Game Day

3 days ago

Washington Capitals

Ryan Leonard scores confidence-building, highlight-reel goal against Devils, his first in the NHL against a goalie

4 days ago

Washington Capitals

Spencer Carbery wants Ryan Leonard to stop measuring his game by goals and assists: 'He wants to produce like Macklin Celebrini'

Washington Capitals

Andrew Cristall and Ryan Leonard combine to give Team Green win during three-on-three mini game (video)

Washington Capitals

Ryan Leonard recalls his 'Welcome to the NHL' moment: 'Holy sh*t, that's Alex Ovechkin'

fromThe Washington Post

National Hockey League

After a wild NHL start, Ryan Leonard hopes to play with 'a lot more confidence'

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2 days ago

Spencer Carbery defines what a successful rookie season would look like for Ryan Leonard

Spencer Carbery urged Ryan Leonard not to measure his early career by goals; Leonard's preseason highlight boosted confidence while Carbery tempered expectations and emphasized patience.

fromThe Washington Post

3 days ago

Success for Caps rookie Ryan Leonard won't be measured by the box score

Ryan Leonard's NHL scoring started slowly, but his coach emphasizes his power‑forward physicality, puck battles, and development beyond goals and assists.

1 week ago

Ryan Leonard on NHL 26 simulation predicting he will win two Hart Trophies and score over 600 career goals: 'Excuse my language, but I got enough s*** already'

NHL 26 simulation projects Ryan Leonard to amass 1,452 points (681 goals), win major awards and two Stanley Cups over a Hall of Fame-caliber career.

1 week ago

Ryan Leonard is still living with Pierre-Luc Dubois: 'I had to give him a warning the other day for dishes in the sink'

Rookie Ryan Leonard is living with veteran Pierre-Luc Dubois as he pursues a roster spot entering his first full NHL season.

2 weeks ago

Sunday Open Thread

Get a look at the kids at the Naval Academy and some space to talk amongst yourselves. Probably (hopefully?) our last open thread for a bit, as the Caps hit the ice for training camp in less than a week...but for now, please just enjoy Ryan Leonard vs. Cam Allen yesterday on the Naval Academy obstacle course (and don't worry, we all hate the ropes, Leno):

Washington Capitals

Ryan Leonard on Alex Ovechkin as a leader and captain: 'He's always talking to me on the bench. He's a great, great captain.'

Ryan Leonard learned professional hockey habits and received mentorship from Alex Ovechkin during his April call-up to the Washington Capitals.

Saturday Caps Clips

Ryan Leonard’s chaotic, entertaining presence complements growing chemistry with Andrew Cristall; Alex Ovechkin approaches 40 with managed expectations; preseason begins in 15 days.

Friday Caps Clips

Ryan Leonard credited the Washington Capitals for a welcoming NHL debut while Logan Thompson can reach early-season goalie milestones and Hershey unveiled a 20th-anniversary logo.

Gabe Perreault talks about seeing his 'best friend' Ryan Leonard make NHL debut for Capitals: 'I was just as excited for him as he was for himself'

Ryan Leonard and Gabe Perreault reunited at the 2025 NHLPA Rookie Showcase after standout seasons together at Boston College and with U.S. junior national teams.

Thursday Caps Clips

Ryan Leonard and Capitals prospects skated at the NHL Rookie Showcase; Leonard aims to earn a roster spot and team adds a new jersey patch.

Ryan Leonard uses beef stick to faux-interview Zeev Buium at NHLPA Rookie Showcase: 'Next question!'

Ryan Leonard and Zeev Buium — former USNTDP and World Junior teammates — are close friends who reunited at the NHLPA Rookie Showcase, sharing playful moments.

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2 months ago

Washington Capitals

Tuesday Caps Clips

Washington Capitals

Capitals brass confident that tough playoffs will only help Ryan Leonard going into next season: 'That experience cannot be replaced with anything else'

Washington Capitals

Ryan Leonard's whirlwind 2024-25 season officially comes to an end as he is ineligible to play for Hershey Bears in playoffs

Washington Capitals

Ryan Leonard appears set for return to Capitals' playoff lineup in Game 4 against Hurricanes

Spencer Carbery had no preconceived notions that Ryan Leonard was going to come in and 'dominate the NHL this time of year'

Ryan Leonard's start in the NHL has been eventful, but he faces pressure as a rookie without a playoff goal.

Ryan Leonard appears set to be healthy scratch for Game 2 against Hurricanes, stays out for extra work after Capitals' morning skate

Ryan Leonard is likely to be scratched for Game 2, with Taylor Raddysh possibly returning to the lineup.

2 months ago

Washington Capitals

Tuesday Caps Clips

Washington Capitals

Capitals brass confident that tough playoffs will only help Ryan Leonard going into next season: 'That experience cannot be replaced with anything else'

Washington Capitals

Ryan Leonard's whirlwind 2024-25 season officially comes to an end as he is ineligible to play for Hershey Bears in playoffs

Washington Capitals

Ryan Leonard appears set for return to Capitals' playoff lineup in Game 4 against Hurricanes

Washington Capitals

Spencer Carbery had no preconceived notions that Ryan Leonard was going to come in and 'dominate the NHL this time of year'