Connor McMichael is set to compete for the Washington Capitals’ third-line center role after a career-best season playing second-line wing alongside Pierre-Luc Dubois. With Hendrix Lapierre and Henrik Rybinski also in the mix, the battle for center depth will heat up in training camp. Meanwhile, the team reportedly explored adding Jack Roslovic in free agency but may now lean on younger internal options.
Top defensive prospect Cole Hutson stood out at development camp but will return to Boston University to continue his growth, following a similar path to Ryan Leonard. In net, Clay Stevenson will take over as Hershey’s starter following Hunter Shepard’s departure, while Mitch Gibson and Garin Bjorklund are set to battle for the AHL backup spot, signaling a new era in the Capitals’ goalie pipeline.
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3 Comments
It's not that I'm worried about McMichael being able to do it. It's only having him on the ice for third line minutes.
Cole had some big time highlights and a great wj tournament i cant wait for his debut. Im glad he wants to go back to work on becoming proficient in more aspects of his game. Our blue line is crowded and there is no need for him to rush it! I still think our most critical focus aside from a 3rd line that meshes, has to be our PP zone entries. i want to see higher percentages on the pp that can lead to further success and potentially a deeper run.
Competition is always a good thing