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Washington Capitals Hockey Team Issues Fraud Alert for Playoff Tickets
Hockey team officials warn fans to be careful purchasing tickets to playoff games. The team practices in Arlington.
Due to a substantial increase in fraudulent ticket activity during the first round of the NHL Playoffs, the Washington Capitals hockey team has issued a fraud alert prior to the Eastern Conference Semifinals, warning all fans of the risk of purchasing seats from an unauthorized third party.
The Caps beat the New York Rangers 2-1 Thursday night at the Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. The Caps won the game by making a goal with 1.3 seconds on the clock.
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They’ll face the Ranger again on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. You can view the game on NBC, Sportsnet or TVA Sports.
Capitals fans are encouraged to make their ticket purchases directly from the team at WashingtonCaps.com or by calling 202.397-SEAT. Only tickets purchased through the team are guaranteed to be valid, according to the Caps. Fans can also purchase tickets through any Ticketmaster sales channel.
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For more information on Capitals tickets contact 202-266-CAPS or visit WashingtonCaps.com.
The hockey team’s office is located in Washington, D.C. and the team practices in Arlington at the Kettler Capitals Iceplex in the Ballston neighborhood.
PHOTO of Thursday night game courtesy of Washington Capitals via Twitter
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