The Capitals were founded as an expansion franchise in 1974. Washington has become a regular playoff team and has been one of the NHL’s most successful teams over the years. The Capitals have appeared in two Stanley Cup Finals (winning in 2017-18), won 12 division titles, and been awarded three Presidents Trophies, given annually to the team that finishes with the most points in the regular season. Buy Washington Capitals tickets without hidden fees on TickPick this season for the guaranteed best prices of any ticket marketplace.