Capitals prospect Miroslav Satan has changed teams as OHL Saginaw recently announced that they’ve signed him for the upcoming season. The 19-year-old forward was a seventh-round pick by Washington in 2024, going 204th overall but struggled considerably at the USHL level last season in his first taste of playing in North America. In 45 games combined between Sioux Falls and … [Read more...] about Satan To Play In OHL This Season
Poll: Who Is The Early Favorite To Win The 2026 Calder Trophy?
The hockey world was treated to a true gift by the race for the 2025 Calder Trophy, awarded annually to the NHL’s top rookie. The class lived up to years of expectations, headlined by Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson tying Larry Murphy for the most assists by a rookie defender. He took home the Calder ahead of San Jose Sharks top center Macklin Celebrini and Calgary … [Read more...] about Poll: Who Is The Early Favorite To Win The 2026 Calder Trophy?
Aliaksei Protas Believes Brother, Ilya, Set For Success
Washington Capitals’ forward Aliaksei Protas is coming off of a breakout campaign where he posted 30 goals and 66 points. However, he is just as focused on the continued development of his brother, Ilya Protas, who is working his way through Washington’s system. Speaking with the Belarus-based newspaper Vitbichi, the older Protas said he believes his brother, who was selected … [Read more...] about Aliaksei Protas Believes Brother, Ilya, Set For Success
Fehervary’s Recovery From Knee Surgery Not Going As Planned
After missing all of the playoffs following knee surgery, the hope was that Capitals defenseman Martin Fehervary would be ready to start the season. However, he recently told Sportnet in Slovakia (video link) that he is still dealing with some inflammation and that the knee is still hurting him. As a result, he hasn’t been able to get onto the ice yet when he was supposed to … [Read more...] about Fehervary’s Recovery From Knee Surgery Not Going As Planned
Afternoon Notes: Savage, Milano, ECHL
Center prospect Red Savage is set to sign a two-year deal with the AHL’s Rochester Americans, per hockey insider Ken Campbell. The Detroit Red Wings relinquished Savage’s player rights on August 15th, after choosing not to sign the 2021 fourth-round pick to his entry-level contract. Savage’s decision to turn pro comes on the heels of a long-term shoulder injury, sustained from … [Read more...] about Afternoon Notes: Savage, Milano, ECHL