The Washington Capitals seemed well on their way towards reclusion a few seasons ago. They managed to win the first Stanley Cup in franchise history in 2018 – but by 2022, only eight members of the Cup-winning roster were still in Washington. The club fell entirely out of the postseason by 2023, marking their first summer absence since 2015. That miss sparked an upheaval of the … [Read more...] about Strategic Drafting Will Keep Capitals Competitive
Washington Capitals Sign Sheldon Rempal
The Washington Capitals are bringing Sheldon Rempal back to North America. According to a team announcement, the Capitals have signed Rempal to a one-year, two-way contract, paying him $775K at the NHL level and $450K in the AHL. Rempal is one year removed from playing in the NHL. Last season, he suited up for the KHL’s Salavat Yulaev Ufa, scoring 31 goals and 61 points in 68 … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Sign Sheldon Rempal
Capitals Notes: Milano, Free Agency, McMichael, Goaltending
After missing all but three games due to an upper-body injury sustained in November, it appears that Capitals winger Sonny Milano will be good to go for training camp. Speaking with reporters today at the end of development camp (video link), GM Chris Patrick indicated that the veteran is now ready to start going through his normal offseason regimen and that he is expected to … [Read more...] about Capitals Notes: Milano, Free Agency, McMichael, Goaltending
Capitals Sign Hendrix Lapierre To One-Year Deal
The Washington Capitals and forward Hendrix Lapierre have agreed to the one-year, $850K contract, per PuckPedia. The 23-year-old will be eligible for restricted free agency next offseason, and his minimum qualifying offer then would be $892,500. Lapierre appeared in 27 games last season for the Capitals, producing zero goals, eight assists, and a minus-three rating while … [Read more...] about Capitals Sign Hendrix Lapierre To One-Year Deal
Capitals Sign Lynden Lakovic To Entry-Level Contract
The Capitals have wasted little time getting their top pick under contract. The team announced that they’ve signed winger Lynden Lakovic to a three-year, entry-level deal. The agreement will pay Lakovic $975K in the NHL and $85K in the AHL per season. PuckPedia adds (Twitter link) that the contract contains $250K in Class A bonuses in years two and three, pushing the AAV of … [Read more...] about Capitals Sign Lynden Lakovic To Entry-Level Contract