Capitals prospect Eriks Mateiko scores game-winning shootout goal as Latvia stuns Canada for only third-ever World Juniors victoryLatvia achieved their third World Juniors victory, stunning Canada and marking their first win against them in tournament history.
Eriks Mateiko traded in QMJHL for return that will eventually net Saint John Sea Dogs two first-round draft picksEriks Mateiko's successful stint at the World Juniors has led to his trade from the Saint John Sea Dogs to the Rimouski Océanic.
Capitals prospect Eriks Mateiko scores game-winning shootout goal as Latvia stuns Canada for only third-ever World Juniors victoryLatvia achieved their third World Juniors victory, stunning Canada and marking their first win against them in tournament history.
Eriks Mateiko traded in QMJHL for return that will eventually net Saint John Sea Dogs two first-round draft picksEriks Mateiko's successful stint at the World Juniors has led to his trade from the Saint John Sea Dogs to the Rimouski Océanic.
Eriks Mateiko scores twice including overtime game-winner in Latvia's 4-3 win over GermanyLatvia has showcased significant progress at the 2025 World Junior Championship, pulling off notable victories and defeating teams like Germany in dramatic fashion.
Four additional Capitals prospects will be representing their countries at the 2025 World JuniorsThe Washington Capitals will feature six prospects in the 2025 World Junior Championship, highlighting the team's growing youth talent.
Eriks Mateiko leads 2025 World Juniors in goals after scoring twice in Latvia's quarterfinals loss to SwedenLatvia's journey in the 2025 World Junior Championship ended with a close 3-2 loss to Sweden, despite Eriks Mateiko's standout performance.
Eriks Mateiko scores twice including overtime game-winner in Latvia's 4-3 win over GermanyLatvia has showcased significant progress at the 2025 World Junior Championship, pulling off notable victories and defeating teams like Germany in dramatic fashion.
Four additional Capitals prospects will be representing their countries at the 2025 World JuniorsThe Washington Capitals will feature six prospects in the 2025 World Junior Championship, highlighting the team's growing youth talent.
Eriks Mateiko leads 2025 World Juniors in goals after scoring twice in Latvia's quarterfinals loss to SwedenLatvia's journey in the 2025 World Junior Championship ended with a close 3-2 loss to Sweden, despite Eriks Mateiko's standout performance.
Saturday Caps Clips: Friday Night Red LightsThe Capitals are in a lackluster preseason but remain hopeful about future success and developing young talent.
Capitals select giant Latvian winger, Eriks Mateiko, in third round of 2024 NHL DraftEriks Mateiko, a Latvian winger, was selected by the Washington Capitals in the 2024 NHL Draft, making history as the first Latvian-born player drafted by the team.
Capitals sign 2024 draft pick Eriks Mateiko to three-year, entry-level contractThe Washington Capitals signed forward Eriks Mateiko to a three-year entry-level contract, marking a milestone as the first Latvian player drafted by the team.
2024 NHL Draft: Capitals Select Eriks MateikoEriks Mateiko, selected by the Capitals in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft at 90th pick, was described as a power forward with strong skating ability and playmaking skills.
Capitals select giant Latvian winger, Eriks Mateiko, in third round of 2024 NHL DraftEriks Mateiko, a Latvian winger, was selected by the Washington Capitals in the 2024 NHL Draft, making history as the first Latvian-born player drafted by the team.
Capitals sign 2024 draft pick Eriks Mateiko to three-year, entry-level contractThe Washington Capitals signed forward Eriks Mateiko to a three-year entry-level contract, marking a milestone as the first Latvian player drafted by the team.
2024 NHL Draft: Capitals Select Eriks MateikoEriks Mateiko, selected by the Capitals in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft at 90th pick, was described as a power forward with strong skating ability and playmaking skills.