Capitals Capture 2nd Straight Southeast Crown

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Although it has been largely a formality of when and not if the Washington Capitals would clinch the Southeast division, considering that the Capitals have only won four division title in their 35 year existence, I don't think it's something we should take lightly. While this years's race had little of the suspense of last year's winning of the title on the last day of the regular season, it's an accomplishment none the last. While many would say that the Capitals haven't really accomplished anything yet and the real challenge lies ahead, it's still worth noting that this team is the only Capitals team to win the division two years in a row. While winning the division means virtually nothing when the Stanley Cup playoffs begin, it still is worth noting that a franchise that was mired in mediocrity, is now among the league's best, and should be for the foreseeable future.

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