The Washington Capitals will salute DC’s famous cherry blossoms this month. Players will wear a cherry blossom sweater (okay, fine, jersey) during arrivals for their March 18 game against Detroit that will feature the retro “screaming eagle” design. DC-area artist Taylor Kampa Olson designed the apparel, and the team plans to auction off autographed sweaters and pucks to benefit the Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation beginning March 18. There are cherry blossom-related items for sale in the team’s online and real-world stores now, including this hoodie.
The National Park Service predicted last week that peak bloom would occur March 28-31.
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