One surprisingly quiet storyline throughout the offseason has been that of Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov, who the team confirmed had requested a trade earlier this summer. In an interview with NHL.com’s Tom Gulitti earlier this week, Capitals incoming head coach Spencer Carbery said he’s spoken with Kuznetsov multiple times this summer and “it sounds like there’s … [Read more...] about Spencer Carbery Has Spoken With Evgeny Kuznetsov
Washington Capitals Loan Ludwig Persson To Mestis’ IPK
The Washington Capitals have loaned forward prospect Ludwig Persson to Finnish team IPK in the Mestis, the country’s second-tier professional league, for the 2023-24 season, per an announcement from the team. Washington selected the 19-year-old Swede with the 85th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft and signed him to an entry-level contract days later. This is the second … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Loan Ludwig Persson To Mestis’ IPK
Capitals A Potential Landing Spot For Puljujarvi
This summer, the Washington Capitals and their General Manager, Brian MacLellan, have been adamant about adding some forward depth to the lineup. Having this in mind, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News asserts that the Capitals should entertain the idea of bringing in free agent Jesse Puljujarvi on a professional tryout for training camp. Throughout his time in the NHL, Puljujarvi … [Read more...] about Capitals A Potential Landing Spot For Puljujarvi
Haman Aktell’s Even Strength Prowess Could Get Him A Look With Capitals Quickly
Allan Mitchell of The Athletic recently examined (subscription link) some of the top NHL-affiliated players that didn’t suit up at the top level last season. Atop his list was Capitals free agent signing Hardy Haman Aktell who inked an entry-level agreement back in April. The 25-year-old had a breakout year last season with Vaxjo of the SHL with Mitchell honing in on his … [Read more...] about Haman Aktell’s Even Strength Prowess Could Get Him A Look With Capitals Quickly
Cameron Allen Has Shoulder Surgery
In more unfortunate news, the Guelph Storm announced that defenseman Cameron Allen will miss a significant chunk of next season due to shoulder surgery. In the 2023 NHL Draft, Allen was drafted in the fifth round by the Washington Capitals, coming off a down year by his standards. Allen saw his goal-scoring numbers dip by eight between his freshman and sophomore year and will … [Read more...] about Cameron Allen Has Shoulder Surgery