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The Washington Capitals drafted Ryan Leonard with the number eight pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. He’s a good two way forward that fell into the Caps laps. Many thought he wouldn’t still be available when the eighth pick was up. In a few years this guy could be a top six winger. It could […] 5 reasons Ryan Leonard will take the Capitals to the Stanley Cup - Stars and Sticks - … [Read more...] about 5 reasons Ryan Leonard will take the Capitals to the Stanley Cup

Many people from fans to writers to bloggers to experts, including myself, wanted the Washington Capitals to take Matvei Michkov. They couldn’t even if they wanted to as the Philadelphia Flyers swooped in to take him at number seven before the Caps were on the clock at number eight. It was a blessing in disguise […] A draft rumor we’re glad that never happened - Stars and … [Read more...] about A draft rumor we’re glad that never happened

The Washington Capitals NHL Draft and Development Camp are in the books and free agency is well underway. The Caps could make a hockey trade soon. Before they do as we write this let’s take a look at the depth chart after looking at what the lines could look like if healthy. Forwards Ovechkin-Kuznetsov-Wilson Pacioretty*TBD-Backstrom-Oshie […] Updated Capitals depth chart after … [Read more...] about Updated Capitals depth chart after 2023 NHL Draft and Development Camp

The Washington Capitals made their first draft pick signing from the 2023 class as they signed second rounder Andrew Cristall to a three year entry level contract. Cristall’s contract will carry an average annual value (AAV) of $810,000 at the NHL level and $82,500 in the AHL. He was selected at 40th overall. Cristall was […] Capitals sign Andrew Cristall to entry level … [Read more...] about Capitals sign Andrew Cristall to entry level contract

The Washington Capitals continued to invest in the NHL depth and the AHL roster by bringing back former Caps prospect Chase Priskie to a one year, two way deal ($775,000,$350,000). The 27 year old was originally drafted by Washington in the sixth round a 177th overall in the 2016 NHL Draft. He recorded 22 points […] Capitals bring back Chase Priskie - Stars and Sticks - Stars … [Read more...] about Capitals bring back Chase Priskie