Washington Capitals defenseman Rasmus Sandin has been selected to represent Sweden at the 2023 IIHF World Championship, as announced by the team today. Sandin, 23, had a career-high 35 points this season, including seven goals and 28 assists, in 71 games with both the Toronto Maple Leafs and Capitals. His arrival will be invaluable for the Swedish team at the tournament. … [Read more...] about Rasmus Sandin To Play At World Championships
Washington Capitals Sign Hardy Häman Aktell
Another European free agent will test the North American waters in 2023-24, as Hardy Häman Aktell has signed a one-year entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals. Häman Aktell, 24, was originally a fourth-round draft choice of the Nashville Predators in 2016, but never signed and became a free agent several years ago. A late bloomer, he entered the SHL in 2020 and has … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Sign Hardy Häman Aktell
Offseason Checklist: Washington Capitals
The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs plus those that were eliminated early. It’s time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Washington. For the majority of Alex Ovechkin’s time in Washington, the Capitals have been a team that has been in the thick of the playoff … [Read more...] about Offseason Checklist: Washington Capitals
Sweden Announces 2023 World Championship Roster
Sweden has revealed its roster for the upcoming 2023 IIHF Men’s World Championship, and it’s filled with an impressive mix of NHL players, high-end SHL players, and young prospects. The team is hoping to bring in Sweden’s first medal at the tournament since winning back-to-back golds in 2017 and 2018. Headlining the roster are some prominent NHLers, including seasoned … [Read more...] about Sweden Announces 2023 World Championship Roster
Chicago Blackhawks Win 2023 NHL Draft Lottery
One of the most highly anticipated nights on the NHL calendar has finally arrived as the annual NHL Draft Lottery was held to determine which team would have the honor of selecting first and second overall at the 2023 NHL Draft. The 16 teams that failed to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs all had a chance to win the lottery, though teams can only move up a maximum of ten … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Win 2023 NHL Draft Lottery