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Doughty Named Kings Captain After Kopitar Retirement — 2dTwo-time Stanley Cup champion, 2016 Norris Trophy winner and two-time Olympic gold medalist Drew Doughty is the Kings’ 15th captain.

Elena Vasquez The alternates look like a balanced group but I wonder how Panarin fits in long term with the Kings.

Pilot’s Sudden Death During Delhi Layover Renews Focus on Fatigue Risks — 8hAn Air India captain died after being found unconscious in his hotel room during a layover in New Delhi, with his unexpected death prompting renewed discussion about fatigue and wo… — by Andrew Powell

Blackhawks Name 21-Year-Old Bedard Franchise Captain — 3dChicago named 21-year-old Connor Bedard the 37th captain in Blackhawks history, second-youngest after Jonathan Toews, on a long-term $75 million deal.

Elena Vasquez Youngest captain in the league is a bold move for a rebuild, but I worry the pressure might weigh on him before the roster is truly competitive.

Islanders Name Horvat Captain After Lee Departure — 4dBo Horvat was named the New York Islanders' 16th captain, replacing Anders Lee who departed for Utah. The 31-year-old veteran brings extensive leadership experience, including prior captaincy with Vancouver and 881 NHL games, and is expected to anchor the Islanders as training camp opens.

Nicole Hardy Horvat's leadership from Vancouver should help steady the Islanders after losing Lee to Utah.

Golden Knights Extend Captain Mark Stone Through 2029 — 6dThe Vegas Golden Knights signed captain Mark Stone to a two-year, $9 million-per-season extension through the 2028-29 season, effective after this year, continuing his leadership role despite a slight pay cut from his current deal. The 34-year-old winger, coming off a career-high 73-point season and known for his defense and playoff leadership, remains a central figure as the team aims for another championship with a healthier roster and core stars like Jack Eichel and Mitch Marner in mind.

Sam Okafor Stone's extension at a slight cut shows smart cap management, his defense and leadership should help push for another deep playoff run.

John Newton Leaves Slave TradeGood News — FROM 1748Captain's storm at sea prompts lifelong repentance.

Ducks to retire captain Ryan Getzlaf's No. 15 on Jan. 30 — Sep 1, 2026The Anaheim Ducks will retire No. 15 in honor of franchise icon Ryan Getzlaf in a Jan. 30 ceremony, recognizing his 17-year career with Anaheim that includes the 2007 Stanley Cup and franchise-leading points and assists. The tribute solidifies Getzlaf’s legacy as a long-time captain and cornerstone of the Ducks’ modern era.

Jared Kim Beyond well deserved. Getzlaf was the heart of that franchise for nearly two decades.

Chargers name Herbert and James captains as playoff doubts linger — Sep 3, 2026Predictions say the Los Angeles Chargers will miss the 2026 playoffs due to defensive concerns and a demanding early schedule, even as a faster, more potent offense under Mike McDaniel aims to boost Justin Herbert. The team has named ten captains for 2026, overhauled its offensive line and roster on cutdown day with key injuries like Tyler Biadasz, and starts Week 1 against the Cardinals with leadership and depth shaping the season.

Yamal Matches Messi Benchmark in Barcelona Win — 6dLamine Yamal continued his breakout run with another brace against Levante, taking his six-match goal tally to six and matching a historic Messi-level feat by becoming the second player in the 21st century to notch three braces in Barcelona’s first five La Liga matches. The young forward’s influence is mirrored by his ongoing Champions League contributions and his record-breaking rise culminates in him also becoming Barcelona’s youngest captain as discussions around his leadership role intensify.

Tom Gallagher Yamal's pace at matching Messi's early brace record while captaining at 17 is the real story here.

Europe Reclaims Solheim Cup With 15-13 Victory — Sep 10, 2026The Solheim Cup in the Netherlands opens with world No.1 Nelly Korda and Allisen Corpuz facing Charley Hull and Lottie Woad in Friday’s opening foursomes, a pairing USA captain Angela Stanford says was an obvious choice due to their proven chemistry. Europe seeks to reclaim the trophy on European soil as Hull and Woad, among four rookies on Nordqvist’s side, confront a strong American lineup aiming to retain the title.

Miracle on the HudsonGood News — FROM 2009Both engines gone, 208 seconds of glide — and Captain Sully set 155 people down on a river without losing one.

Acting Navy Secretary Submits Resignation After Calling the Captain of the USS Roosevelt ‘Stupid’Reporting — Apr 7, 2020Acting Navy Secretary Thomas Modly submitted his resignation a day after audio of him calling the captain of the USS Theodore Roosevelt, Captain Brett Crozier, “stupid” surfaced, according to several reports. In a…

Angel Yin makes Solheim Cup team after 35-pound illness struggle — Sep 9, 2026Angel Yin says she’s ready to compete for the United States in the Solheim Cup after recovering from a severe stomach illness that sidelined her for two months and a summer that saw her shed 35 pounds; despite a rocky comeback and recent poor results, she has the U.S. captain’s backing and remains central to America’s plan to defend the cup. Her case highlights both the trust the team places in her and questions about whether she’ll deliver in the high-stakes matches against Europe this week.

Marcus Bell Losing 35 pounds from being sick for two months is rough, and her recent play shows it. Not sure she's ready to carry the team against Europe.

Lincoln captain cited after toddler left in van — Aug 24, 2026An off-duty Lincoln Police Captain, Mayde McGuire, was cited for misdemeanor child abuse and placed on leave after a 2-year-old was found alone in a locked van at Pawnee Lake for about 28 minutes on a 78-degree day. McGuire's partner, Mary Tobiassen, was also cited, and authorities noted the alcohol test of 0.108.