The Washington Capitals have recalled Michael Sgarbossa and placed top center Nicklas Backstrom on long-term injured reserve. Backstrom took a leave of absence from the Capitals on November 1st and it was quickly revealed that his availability for the remainder of the year was uncertain. The 35-year-old centerman was attempting to return from a hip injury that required … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Recall Michael Sgarbossa, Place Backstrom on LTIR
Max Pacioretty Hopeful To Return This Season
Max Pacioretty rejoined the Washington Capitals team skates this week, providing the first big step in his return from his second torn Achilles’ tendon. And now, per NHL.com’s Mike Vogel, both the team and the player are hopeful that a return could come soon. Pacioretty told Vogel, “I feel like I’m getting my life back… I’m having fun. I’ve only skated three times, but this is … [Read more...] about Max Pacioretty Hopeful To Return This Season
Backstrom Not Expected Back This Season
Nearly a week ago, it was reported that Washington Capitals forward, Nicklas Backstrom, would be stepping away from the team due to a lingering injury that does not appear to be going away. In an earlier report from today, Tarik El-Bashir of Monumental Sports Network relayed a message from the General Manager of the team, Brian MacLellan, who says that is ’unlikely’ that … [Read more...] about Backstrom Not Expected Back This Season
Max Pacioretty Has Resumed Skating
Capitals winger Max Pacioretty skated for the second time today as he continues to work his way back from a torn Achilles, relays Tarik El-Bashir of Monumental Sports Network (Twitter link). The veteran suffered the injury in just his fifth game last season after working his way back from a torn Achilles. Pacioretty inked a one-year deal with Washington this summer, one that … [Read more...] about Max Pacioretty Has Resumed Skating
Nicklas Bäckström To Take Leave Of Absence
Washington Capitals center Nicklas Bäckström has decided to step away from the team as he deals with a lingering injury situation, the Capitals announced today. Bäckström issued a statement on his decision, which reads as follows: Given my ongoing injury situation, I decided to take some time and step away from the game. This is a difficult decision, but one that I feel is … [Read more...] about Nicklas Bäckström To Take Leave Of Absence