Following a dominant freshman year at Boston College and the fact that the Capitals are heading to the playoffs, some wondered if prospect Ryan Leonard would opt to turn pro and potentially suit up for Washington in the postseason. However, that will not be the case as GM Brian MacLellan released a statement (Twitter link) announcing that Leonard will return for his sophomore … [Read more...] about Ryan Leonard To Remain At Boston College Next Season
Beck Malenstyn Leaves Game With Upper-Body Injury
The New Jersey Devils announced that they’ve assigned forward Shane Bowers to the Utica Comets of the AHL. The 24-year-old was recalled by the Devils a little over a week ago and went scoreless in five games to finish out the NHL season. The native of Halifax, Nova Scotia appeared in eight games this season, tallying no points, while averaging 9:27 of ice time per game. A … [Read more...] about Beck Malenstyn Leaves Game With Upper-Body Injury
Nick Jensen, Rasmus Sandin To Miss Final Two Games
As expected, the Washington Capitals will be holding out defenseman Nick Jensen for the final two games of the regular season according to Bailey Johnson of the Washington Post. In a positive development, however, Johnson also reports that Jensen was at the team facility today, indicating that the injury sustained last night is not as serious as previously expected.Joining … [Read more...] about Nick Jensen, Rasmus Sandin To Miss Final Two Games
Pacioretty Comments On Why He Wouldn’t Waive NMC At Trade Deadline
When Capitals winger Max Pacioretty didn’t move at the trade deadline, it came as somewhat of a surprise. Speaking with Sammi Silber of The Hockey News, the 35-year-old outlined his reasons for not waiving his NTC. On top of staying close to his family, the veteran has enjoyed playing a notable role after missing so much time the last couple of years; it’s quite likely his … [Read more...] about Pacioretty Comments On Why He Wouldn’t Waive NMC At Trade Deadline
Nick Jensen Leaves Game On Stretcher
In the first period of tonight’s game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Washington Capitals, a scary moment took place between forward Michael Eyssimont and defenseman Nick Jensen. After a fierce collision, Jensen needed to be stretchered off the ice but was conscious and had full control over his extremities (X Link). As the organization’s medical personnel continue to … [Read more...] about Nick Jensen Leaves Game On Stretcher