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The Capitals are the hottest team in the NHL, and their record is virtually the same as it was a year ago when they won only the second division title in franchise history. The overall plot - dreadful start, followed by torrid winning streak to move in to first place in the weak Southeast Division - might be comparable to last year, but Washington's mentality is not. "If we learned anything, it's that we were satisfied with last year's season and didn't take the playoffs too seriously and went out in the first round," said defenseman Brendan Witt, "This year, we're stronger mentally."WashingtonCapitals
