With key veterans like Nicklas Backstrom retiring and T.J. Oshie set to go on long-term injured reserve, Ovechkin, Tom Wilson, and John Carlson are the last remaining pieces of the Capitals’ 2018 Stanley Cup-winning team.

The jersey is similar to the NHL Reverse Retro jerseys Washington wore during the 2022-23 season and reminiscent of a sweater design the team introduced in 1995. It features a blue, black, and bronze color scheme, with the United States Capitol Building displayed on the shoulder. “Thank you for surprise,” Ovechkin said, laughing.

As someone born in the DMV, I couldn’t be happier! The 2024-25 season will be the 50th anniversary for the Washington Capitals, and to commemorate the special campaign, the team will be sporting the iconic black screaming eagle jersey for six home games at Capital One Arena.

The Washington Capitals had a special surprise for their fans on Alex Ovechkin’s birthday (Happy Birthday to the Great Eight). The team unveiled their black Screaming Eagle jersey that incorporates the franchise’s first-ever third jersey,

The Washington Capitals heard fans clamoring for the return of the black "Screaming Eagle" alternate sweaters and they answered. For six games only during the 2024-25 season, the team will wear the jerseys inspired by its 1995 design — repurposed for Adidas' Reverse Retro 2.