Capitals' Braden Holtby: Gets opening night start

Holtby will be the starting goalie for Thursday's Opening Night game against the defending champion Penguins.

Analysis:

No surprises here as Holtby will serve as the Caps' starter for the third straight season. Last year, his 2.20 GAA and .922 save percentage were good for fifth and seventh in the league respectively, and he also won a record-tying 48 games. With a strong Washington squad still manning the ice in front of him, Holtby will likely remain an elite option at goalie this season.