Washington Capitals Prospects: Season in Review, Part 1
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This was a tough year for prospect evaluation, as COVID had a major impact on development leagues everywhere. Some were canceled, like the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), some had quirky schedules like the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), and many had shortened seasons with no playoffs like the American Hockey League (AHL).
At the time of this writing just about every league is wrapped up except the East Coach Hockey League (ECHL); the Capitals don’t have any prospects playing for them, though they do have one they should sign (and more on that later).
The answer, according to those in the organization, is yes, though adding a few younger pieces to the mix will certainly help, the Capitals say.
“I believe that this team can still win,” coach Peter Laviolette said. “I believe that we can win rounds in the playoffs. That’s what’s disappointing and frustrating for us, is that we didn’t get it done.”
Alex Ovechkin will become a free agent this offseason, but both sides have expressed their interest in a new contract to keep him in Washington. Beyond the 35-year-old goal scorer, the Capitals should also return T.J. Oshie (34), Nicklas Backstrom (33), John Carlson (31) and Dmitry Orlov (29) as the backbone of the team.
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