Washington Capitals Season Opener
The Washington Capitals kicked off the 2003 season with an impressive 6-1 victory over the visiting New York Islanders. 19-year-old rookie Boyd Gordon tallied his first point as a professional on the first shift of the game. Peter Bondra scored twice while Jaromir Jagr and Jeff Halpern each added a goal and an assist. DCpages would like to thank Jim Fox and Brian Potter for an unforgettable opening night experience.
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Players were introduced in dramatic fashion for the kickoff to the 2003 season.
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The teams get ready to kickoff the 2003 NHL season.
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The team discusses some last minute strategy before the opening face-off.
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The Caps, who are unbeaten in their last 15 home games against the Islanders dating from 1997, continued the streak with 6-1 victory.
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Caps fans sported their team colors and cheered for the home team all night long.
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Jaromir Jagr fakes the defender before recording his first goal of the 2003 season only two minutes into the game.
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Brendan Witt begins the 2003 season by slamming Islanders Jason Blake into the boards.
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The Caps physical play helped them dominate the Islanders in all areas of the game.
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The Caps held a commanding 3-1 lead at the end of the first period.
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This youngster enjoys a quick trip around the ice in his sporty red convertible during intermission.
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Slap Shot leads the fans in rooting for the Caps.
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The crowd cheers as the Caps prepare for another successful power play.
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The Caps converted on two power play goals by Bondra and Grier.
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Jagr helps Mike Grier to his feet before celebrating Griers second period goal.
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It was a rough night for the Islanders goalies. Here, Rick Dipietro enters the game replacing Garth Snow.
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