Clash of the Titans - The Washington Capitals vs. Pittsburgh Penguins Rivalry

The Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins are two of the most storied franchises in the National Hockey League (NHL)

Their rivalry is one of the most heated and passionate in all of sports. The two teams are located just over three hours apart in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, and their fans are known for their intensity and passion.

The rivalry began in the early 1990s

When the Penguins drafted Mario Lemieux first overall in the 1984 NHL Entry Draft and the Capitals drafted Alexander Ovechkin first overall in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft. The two players quickly became the faces of their respective franchises and the rivalry took off.

The Capitals and Penguins have met in the playoffs 11 times

With the Penguins holding a 6-5 edge. The most memorable playoff series between the two teams came in 2009 when the Penguins defeated the Capitals in seven games in the second round. The series was filled with drama and controversy, and it ended with Sidney Crosby scoring the series-winning goal in overtime.

The rivalry between the Capitals and Penguins is one of the most intense in the NHL

The two teams are always battling for the top spot in the Metropolitan Division, and their games are always filled with passion and excitement. The rivalry is sure to continue for many years to come, and it is one of the most entertaining in all of sports.