There will be a lot of things different about the Washington Capitals and NHL season in 2021-22. While some things remain the same like the core, the local broadcasts, and the like, the Caps will get a different look on the national scale. In fact, so will every team.
Goodbye NBC and Pierre McGuire (don’t worry, NBC Sports Washington is still here!). And the other Alex Ovechkin critics. Hello ESPN and Turner Sports! Partnering up with ESPN is beneficial for both the network and the league. ESPN has often been criticized for their lack of hockey coverage.