WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a stunning turn of events that rocked the NHL community, Kevin Sousa, President of Hockey Operations for the Washington Capitals, finally broke his silence today regarding the mysterious disappearance of $10 million from the organization’s books — and he didn’t hold back.
“I did not embezzle funds,” Sousa declared in a fiery press conference held at Capital One Arena. “Let me be absolutely clear — I have done nothing wrong, and I will fight to restore my reputation.”
The Allegations That Shook D.C. Hockey
Rumors started swirling late last week after internal financial reports showed an unaccounted-for $10 million discrepancy. Whispers of internal misconduct, secretive payouts, and even ties to offshore accounts circulated rapidly across sports media, with Sousa’s name inexplicably linked to the growing scandal.
The Capitals, one of the NHL’s most valuable franchises, had remained silent — until now.
Sousa’s Defense: “This Is a Smear Campaign”
Sousa pulled no punches as he addressed what he called a “targeted smear campaign.”
“I have devoted years to building this team into a contender,” he said. “To suggest I would jeopardize everything for money I don’t need is absurd.”
According to Sousa, the missing funds were likely the result of a “clerical error or internal miscommunication” involving a third-party vendor contracted during the team’s recent arena renovations.
Capitals Launch Internal Audit
The Capitals organization announced it has hired an independent firm to conduct a full forensic audit.
“We take these matters seriously,” a team spokesperson said in a statement. “While we have full confidence in Mr. Sousa at this time, our priority is transparency and accountability.”
The NHL is reportedly monitoring the situation closely but has not opened a formal investigation.
Fans React: Divided Loyalty
Social media exploded after Sousa’s press conference, with fans taking sides. Some praised his courage to speak publicly and confidently, while others remain skeptical.
“If he didn’t do it, why wait a week to say something?” one fan tweeted. Others rallied behind him with hashtags like #StandWithSousa and #InnocentUntilProven.
What Comes Next?
Sousa promised full cooperation with the audit and stated that once the truth comes out, “the real story will be who tried to take me down and why.”
Until then, the Capitals continue their offseason operations under a cloud of controversy, with an entire league watching closely.
Stay tuned for exclusive updates, interviews, and insider details as this shocking story continues to unfold