Think of the injuries as an exhaust valve, venting the pressure of the Promise, built up from nearly a decade of going for it: trading futures (although, to MacLellans credit, mostly not first-round picks) for NHL players that could and did help with playoff pushes in those short terms. He may not be the first-line center he once was but the hope is that he can be a productive middle-six center/power play maestro for the Caps during this transitional phase. New Hampshire Jr. Before Washingtons qualified selling began, they reached terms with Dylan Strome. Oct 7, WSH (0-1) tied with CAR, 3-3 OT, 3. The Caps pick at No. "We're not going to rebuild the team [while Alex Ovechkin is here]," Leonsis told Wyshynski. Nicklas Backstrom, 35, has two years left on his $9.2 million AAV contract. The 27-year-old Hill, a first-round pick by Detroit in 2014, is attempting to resurrect his career with the rebuilding Nationals. Its also the right decision for the health of the franchise. Instead, they may stand in the way of Alex Ovechkin reaching the goal-scoring title. Kuznetsov has two years remaining on his contract at a cap hit of $7.8 million per. Time to make some deals and start building the next championship caliber team in Washington. The worst-case scenario is for these players to remain through the end of the season without an extension, departing in free agency without a return for the team. Its not gonna happen with this team as it is now. The team followed up shortly after indicating that Garnet Hathaway will also be left out of the lineup. they subsequently traded it to acquire defender Rasmus Sandin, Sandin is a perfect example of who the Caps want to acquire for Ovechkins run, his relationship with Chicago turned sour, lost his place in Anaheim and went unsigned after a tryout in Calgary, among the most valuable in the league this season, signed goalie Charlie Lindgren to a three-year deal, signed a deal for exactly three years at $4 million, His hip-resurfacing surgery has not rejuvenated him, Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0), TJ Oshie, lower body, 17 games in two instances, John Carlson, six games for lower body, then 24 games for head injury. Bridgeport Sound Tigers - AHL; Cincinnati - ECHL; Cologne - DEL ; Lrenskog Hk - GET, Nick Sorkin NHL 5th Round Draft Pick - Montreal Canadiens, Lyon Messier University of Delaware D1, Michael Villano Copyright 1999-2020 Lincoln Hockey and the National Hockey League. University of Southern Maine D3, Kyle Brumfield Go inside the Hockey Reference Database. Height of bar is margin of victory Mouseover bar for details Click for box score Grouped by Month, 2. 7 defenseman has appeared in 42 games this season due in large part to the injuries the Caps have absorbed on the back end. Winning a Stanley Cup is a magnificent feeling and its the ostensible goal of every team in the league, but Washington is in a different place. University of New Hampshire D1, Andrew Panzarella DATE TRANSACTION; February 23, 2023: Acquired a third-round 2024 draft selection from Minnesota Wild for LW Marcus Johansson. Maryland Black Bears, New Mexico Ice Wolves, Lyon Messier Matt Irwin, defenseman: This probably doesnt qualify as a big decision, but you never know how much you need a reliable seventh defenseman until you dont have one. Washington Jr. Nationals - MetJHL, Boston Jr. Rangers - EHL, Brady Pfaff Hockey Director Matt Thomas doesn't mince words in his praise of Messier, saying "Lyon is a true professional-- you can see his respect and passion for the game in how he prepares and goes about his business. Draft picks are exciting, but if a picks value is realized only through developing the player, then the process will take several years. He was in the majors by April of his second full professional season. George Mason University D1, Mark Sangster Signed through 2025-26, the Caps captain is about to be at the center of one of the biggest stories in sports as he chases down Wayne Gretzkys record for the most goals in NHL history. Hes begun skating prior to the teams practices in recent weeks but remains a ways away from returning. This was way too much for Brian MacLellans appetite, who reportedly wanted three years. Do you have a blog? Ovechkin now sits third on the all-time goals list with 780, with only Gordie Howe (801 goals), whom hell likely pass next season, and Wayne Gretzky (894 goals) ahead of him. Hours after losing two prospects to waivers, the Washington Capitals announced their 23-man roster for the start of the 2022-23 season. But if youre a Caps player, even one whos been in Washington for a while and has some term left on your contract, MacLellans words probably got your attention. We are looking for families willing to host potential billet players. The checking line center, who turns 33 in May, is in the first year of a three-year extension that averages $1.3 million per season, a team-friendly cap hit given the important role he plays at even strength and on the penalty kill. His most common opposite winger this season has been Conor Sheary, an expiring free agent who might leave the team as early as this week. 1 Go to page. You are free to share, copy, and remix this content so long as it is attributed, done for noncommercial purposes, and done so under a license similar to this one. The optimal scenario is the players either re-signing with the team or getting traded for players and picks before Friday at 3 PM. But, like most of the players in this tier, McJesus, as Ovechkin has nicknamed him, falls into the youve got give something to get something conversation. North Carolina State University D2, Ben Konecheck But with the draft and free agency set for the second and third weeks of July, respectively, we know this much: Hes got plenty of time to formulate a plan. On occasion, the Club has the opportunity to bring talented players from outside the area who want to play for the Little Caps and live in the area. In January, the 25-year-old center signed a five-year, $25 million extension that kicks in next season. (Danny Wild / USA Today), Forward Nic Dowd. The 2020 first-round pick has had an up-and-down season in Hershey, amassing 10 goals and 13 assists in 47 games. The Washington Capitals have made multiple roster moves in the offseason specifically making a splashy addition in net and securing two top-four defensemen in hopes of giving the. Carrying a cap hit of $5.1MM this season, some cap-conscious teams may have to do some maneuvering to get Orlov on the roster. Or write about sports? He is a native Washingtonian who has spent the past two decades writing about the city's teams, including. The Washington Capitals have joined a growing list of teams scratching players on the basis of trade protection. Its over with this current team. Only carrying a cap hit of $1.5MM, many teams could find a spot for him in their bottom six. I suspect well see more attention paid this summer specifically to complementing Ovechkin as linemates. The Washington Capitals made yet another move in their on-the-fly retooling on Wednesday, trading forward Lars Eller to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for a second-round pick in the 2025. Jakub Vrana, assigned to Grand Rapids on Wednesday in a paper move, will remain in the lineup. ARLINGTON, Va. - The Washington Capitals have loaned defenseman Dylan McIlrath to. Another grueling summer of treatment and rehab for his bum left hip? It is what it is. Not without exception. All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks as well as all other proprietary materials depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective NHL teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. After Thursdays trade, MacLellan now has two first-round picks the Caps and the Bruins. If no results appear, use Enter to do a full site search. You can criticize Brian MacLellan for a lot of things, but his eye for value on the open market is impressive. Sign up for Stathead Hockey - first month free. The 26-year-old Tuch has been a mainstay on a line centered by Tage Thompson and rounded out by Jeff Skinner, and he ranks second on the team with 28 goals and 62 points both career highs. Try a week on us. Ovechkins chase for the goal-scoring title is the teams primary concern today. Hes having the worst season of his career, somehow falling short of his already-disappointing post-Cup performances. You can go on the roster of every single team in the league and . It sucks to say this, and itd be impossible to get any team official to admit it, but its undeniable. But everyones not healthy; with Backstroms status far from certain, the Caps might not be in a position to shed a veteran pivot, even one with another year at $3.5 million left on his deal. Phoenix - ECHL; Ft. Wayne Komets - UHL, James Sixsmith I imagine that, in this one season, Capitals GM Brian MacLellan might prefer the Caps to miss the playoffs by more than a few standings points. University of North Dakota D1, Justin Porter Washington Capitals . But his team-leading six goals in the playoffs underscored his value for an organization that fancies itself as a contender. The Caps previously held the Boston Bruins first-round pick, acquired in the Orlov/Hathaway trade, but they subsequently traded it to acquire defender Rasmus Sandin. WHA hat tricks courtesy Scott Surgent. John Carlson, defenseman: The 32-year-olds playoff performance didnt match a strong regular season that saw him set a career high for goals with 17 and finish fifth in points among all defensemen with 71. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Washington Capitals Forwards Alex Ovechkin - Evgeny Kuznetsov - Tom Wilson Sonny Milano - Dylan Strome - T.J. Oshie Conor Sheary - Nicklas Backstrom - Craig Smith Lars Eller - Nic Dowd -. While this season has proven challenging with injuries to our significant players, MacLellan said in a statement accompanying the Orlov trade, we are in a position to use some of our current assets to retool our club and build a competitive team moving forward.. Tom Wilson, forward: The 28-year-old power forward had a career year in goals (24) and points (52) and, just as important, stayed out of the NHL Department of Player Safety's crosshairs . Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts D3, Garrett Roe He was replaced by James Wood, considered Washington's top prospect. The Little Caps are pleased to announce that Director of Player Development Lyon Messier will coach the 16U Midget team for 2021-22 season. Gustafsson, who turns 31 next month and is playing on an expiring one-year, $800,000 contract, is the leagues most efficient offensive defenseman in terms of cost per point ($23,529) with seven goals and 27 assists entering Thursdays game. Obviously thats part of the business, and its a sad part. If the best place in the league is winning the Stanley Cup, and the second best is getting a first-overall draft pick to become your new franchise star, then the worst spot in the league has to be narrowly missing the playoffs while also missing a good first-round draft pick. On the 32 Thoughts podcast, Elliotte Friedman explains Capitals GM Brian MacLellans approach for his unrestricted free agents on expiring contracts. Hopefully this is just the beginning. Buffalo Sabres (31-23-4, fourth in the Atlantic Division) vs. Boston Bruins (46-8-5, first in the Atlantic Division) NHL and NHL team marks are the property of the NHL and its teams. Waterloo Black Hawks, Sioux City Musketeers, Chris Thompson (A) That timeline, of course, could impact MacLellans plans. Weve since heard that promise cited by reporters like Tarik El-Bashir and Elliotte Friedman, and that promise is crucial to understanding how the team is operating right now. The 35-year-old is rounding into form after missing the first half of the season while recovering from hip surgery. *. 1 goaltender going forward. At this point, it feels like hes more likely to be re-signed than flipped for a late-round pick. He sounded disappointed. Coach Matthew Thomas Team staff history Demographics Nationality Nationality Team Facts Nationalities 18 players Experience Washington Little Caps 14U AAA: 293 GP Team Captains Team captaincy history Games RSS Latest Transactions DATE STATUS PLAYER TEAM SOURCE If youve been unhappy with Washingtons draft strategy during Brian MacLellans administration, I dont think youre going to like this part. Hes kind of made to be a Bruin because he plays the style that the fan base loves. St. The hope is that Lapierre, who turned 21 earlier this month, blossoms into an important piece for the organization in the future. Some hockey portraits on this site are licensed from Images on Ice, Hockeys Photo Agency. University of Connecticut D2, Jared Lechner 5-time member of USA World Championship team, Garrett Roe Feb 26, 2023. The 32-year-old is as versatile as they come and, with an expiring one-year, $1.1 million contract, he doesnt cost a lot, either. Primary Arena: MCI Center. The Caps should have started their rebuild two years ago. Record: 41-27-10-4 (96 points), Finished 1st in NHL Southeast Division (Schedule and Results) Coach: Ron Wilson (41-27-10-4) Captain: Adam Oates. Montreal Canadians and Arizona Coyotes - NHL; Hamilton Bulldogs, St. John's IceCaps, Tucson Roadrunners, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, and Milwaukee Admirals - AHL, Stephen Werner Hes a heart and soul player, a big piece of the teams leadership and an important part of the offense. Whats MacLellan going to do? They have eight picks in next years draft, including three picks in the third round. The Caps signed Sonny Milano in October after the player lost his place in Anaheim and went unsigned after a tryout in Calgary. He has another year on his contract at $5.7 million and is currently on injured reserve, a couple of factors that could give pause to any potential suitors. He was invited to the New York Rangers main camp, played an AHL game, and then went to the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) where he won the Kelly Cup with the South Carolina Stingrays. Framingham State College D3, Chris Donovan Chicago Blackhawks; Phoenix Coyotes; Philadelphia Flyers; Los Angeles Kings - NHL, Steve Scheifele The players will be broken up initially into two squads (Group A and Group B) for skates. Not even a little bit. Alex Ovechkin, who signed a five-year contract with the Caps last summer, is. Messier is also the owner and operator of the Messier Selects program, providing spring and summer training and showcase opportunities for area players. The Caps signed Dylan Strome after his relationship with Chicago turned sour. Green Bay Gamblers, Omaha Lancers, Greg Costa He played major junior hockey in Canada for the Kelowna Rockets (WHL) and Erie Otters (OHL), before moving on to play pro hockey for the New MexicoScorpionsof the Central Hockey League (CHL). Pierre LeBrun of TSN reports that Capitals defenseman Dmitry Orlov will sit out of tonight's game against the Anaheim Ducks for that exact reason. Mar 30, WSH (39-28) lost to CAR, 3-4 OT, 78. Stonehill College D3, David Bondra Nov 12, WSH (3-9) tied with ATL, 2-2 OT, 18. Washington Little Caps Not Active (USA) Team Facts Plays in - ROSTER STATS 2022-2023 Roster Past Rosters Demographics Nationality Nationality Team Facts Team Captains Team captaincy history Games RSS Latest Transactions DATE STATUS PLAYER TEAM SOURCE Show complete transfer coverage Team History and Standings Where are they now? Thats an important demarcation, perhaps implying the teams plans following the end of Alex Ovechkins contract and the fulfillment of the Promise. Hes worked as a beat writer for The New York Times, The Washington Post and, most recently, NBC Sports Washington. Towson State University D1, Drew Wilkinson So, as everyone (anxiously?) Hes highly regarded internally, but similar to Lapierre and McMichael, hes not considered untradeable as the Caps seek to reinvent themselves on the fly. Elmira Jackals - UHL; Bloomington Prairie Thunder - IHL, Rob Kenny University of Alaska-Anchorage D1, Sean DeLoche Stromes deal keeps him under contract until 2028, the longest for any Caps player. Dmitry Orlov reportedly wanted seven years on his contract extension. Washington Little Caps 18U AAA AYHL 18U T1EHL 18U Change Team Team Facts Plays in Atlantic Youth Hockey League 18U Tier 1 Elite Hockey League 18U Team colours Red + White + Blue Town Arlington, VA ROSTER STATS 2022-2023 Roster Past Rosters Monday, 23:46 2023 NHL Trade Deadline Irwin, 35, is a UFA and has 47 games of playoff experience. The Capitals are selling off pieces all over their roster and Sheary . Joe Snively, forward: In March, the 26-year-old homegrown talent signed a two-year, one-way contract that averages $800,000, which helped take some of the sting out of the season-ending wrist injury he suffered a couple of weeks earlier. WLC TEAMS. TJ Oshie, 36, has two years left on his $5.8 million AAV contract. Carlsons 15-team no-trade list becomes a 10-team list this summer. Nicklas Backstrom, forward: What now? University of New Hampshire D1, James Sixsmith The deadline is March 3, and MacLellan is almost certain to trade other players as he attempts to kickstart a roster retool aimed at getting younger and faster and returning the Caps to contender status in short order. Sioux Falls Stampede, Tri-City Storm, Matt McArdle That stings. Use a single token to access all APIs! "To me a rebuild is when you look the players . Dont expect him to part with either. Indiana Ice(1st Round USHL Draft Pick; NO. Danville Wings, Sioux Falls Stampede, Patrick Cullen Martin Fehervary, defenseman: The swift-skating Slovak, who is currently representing his country at the IIHF World Championship, enjoyed a breakout rookie season. Idaho Steelheads - ECHL, Nick Petersen Orlovs partner, Nick Jensen, signed a deal for exactly three years at $4 million. There is a horizon for Alex Ovechkin, and beyond it the Capitals are unwilling to commit much. All Rights Reserved. In December, ESPNs Greg Wyshynski spoke to Washington Capitals principal owner, Ted Leonsis, about the future of the team. 1 defenseman has been sidelined since being struck on the side of the head with a 90-mile-per-hour slap shot on Dec. 23. Hmmm, wonder if anything is imminent. It can be somewhat of a distraction, but its part of the game and its something youve got to move on from.. So, duh. Cincinnati Cyclones, Elmira Jackals, Kansas City Mavericks - ECHL, Sam Bowles 20 last summer is widely considered the organizations top prospect. For a kid in this area still learning about the skills, tactics, and mindset of high-level hockey, I can't think of a better Head Coach than him. (James Guillory / USA Today), Forward Nicklas Backstrom. Here's a first look at the rosters, both alphabetical and by group. And Irwin, 34, filled that role to a T. Hes an unrestricted free agent. Do you have a sports website? JUPITER, Fla. -- It's safe to say Marlins top prospect Eury Prez was amped up for his Grapefruit League debut. Oct 21, WSH (1-4) tied with NYI, 4-4 OT, 11. Please login to leave a reply. It wouldnt be a surprise if contending teams are very interested. the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. Boulder Bison - WSHL, Matthew Jahn Pierre LeBrun of TSN reports that Capitals defenseman Dmitry Orlov will sit out of tonights game against the Anaheim Ducks for that exact reason. Washington should have another winner this season. Looks like both players are going to Boston in exchange for Craig Smith and three picks; 2023 1st, 2024 3rd and 2025 2nd. I dont think anything is off the table.. He lost two friends, Rasmus Sandin and Pierre Engvall, as general manager Kyle Dubas traded both this week in his search for roster spots, cap space and playoff grit. Improve your traffic, find everything you want with 199 . The Washington Little Capitals strive to identify and develop the best talent in the area to produce competitive hockey teams. Go. ANAHEIM -- Tom Wilson scored his second goal of the game at 1:09 of overtime to give the Washington Capitals a 3-2 win against the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center on . Buy his book. In December, ESPN's Greg Wyshynski spoke to Washington Capitals principal owner, Ted Leonsis, about the future of the team. WASHINGTON If there was any doubt about which direction Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan was leaning ahead of the NHLs trade deadline, the suspense is over. Shawinigan Cataractes & St. John Sea Dogs - QMJHL, Adam Varga Hes viewed as a big part of the teams future and, potentially, the successor to Ovechkin as captain. Dmitry Orlov, defenseman: The 30-year-old enjoyed a very strong season in which he registered career highs in goals (12) and points (35) while skating 20:58 per game, the second-highest total on the team behind Carlsons 23:49. After Orlov, Jensen is the Capitals defenseman who could probably fetch the most in a trade. The No. Were going to miss those guys, Trevor van Riemsdyk said. Find out the latest on your favorite NHL players on . That's a main one to watch in the off-season you'd think, even if there's been so much smoke about him wanting to play for MTL. Philadelphia Flyers - USPHL Premier, Roger Mattioli Its unclear. New Mexico - CHL; Columbus - SPHL, Michael Clemente Stratford Cullitons - OHA, Josh Weiner This is the fourth entry in our series breaking down the significant tr ades of the 2022/23 season.As opposed to giving out grades, this series explores why the teams were motivated to make the moves Hes an unrestricted free agent after earning $2.5 million per year the previous four years. Garnet Hathaway, forward: The 30-year-old winger notched a career-high 14 goals and 26 points this season. He is a native Washingtonian who has spent the past two decades writing about the city's teams, including. After falling to the lowly Anaheim Ducks on Thursday,. But hes also 36 and has struggled to stay healthy in recent seasons, due in no small part to his hard-nosed playing style. Tarik El-Bashir is a senior writer for The Athletic covering the Washington Capitals. Lake Superior State University D1, Casey Thrush I think that quote perfectly encapsulates Washingtons strategy, which weve seen enacted in recent weeks. Christopher Newport University D3, Ryan Doppelheuer Hes also a free agent at seasons end. That puts them in a precarious spot. Like Backstrom, the big winger, who turns 29 next month, is still getting up to speed after missing the first half of the season due to knee surgery and another seven games because of an ankle injury. Union College D1 Visit ESPN to view the latest Washington Capitals news, scores, stats, standings, rumors, and more Hell see his salary nearly double next season as the three-year, $3.9 million extension ($1.3 million cap hit) he signed in November kicks in. Trevor van Riemsdyk, defenseman: A versatile third pair defenseman who, on most nights, outperforms his $950,000 cap hit. Elliot Lake Bobcats - NOJHL, Jacob Caffery Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. A fifth-round pick out of Texas in 2020, Elder flew through the minor leagues. Still, its really difficult to imagine a scenario in which the teams ice-time leader and alternate captain gets dealt. Rockies non-roster infielder Julio Carreras, ranked 29th on the club's Top 30 Prospects list, led the Minors in doubles last season with a combined 42 at High-A Spokane and Double-A Hartford. Montreal Canadians and Arizona Coyotes - NHL; Hamilton Bulldogs, St. John's IceCaps, Tucson Roadrunners, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, and Milwaukee Admirals - AHL Craig Vardy Knoxville - SPHL Stephen Werner 2003 NHL Second-Round Pick - Washington Capitals; Hershey Bears - AHL: SC Stingrays - ECHL; EHC Wolfsburg - DEL; Graz 99ers - EBEL Springfield Jr. Pics - USPHL, Mathieu Gauthier-Cote The Washington Capitals are a wagon, running at high speed, trying to keep the wheels from falling off. NHL, the NHL Shield, the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup and NHL Conference logos are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. If no results appear, use Enter to do a full site search. Evgeny Kuznetsov, 30, has two years left on his $7.8 million AAV contract. BOSTON (AP) The NHL's best team just got bigger and tougher. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. You may not agree with this strategy. USNTDP, USA Hockey World Junior Championships, Stephen Werner As the long-time Metropolitan heavyweight looks to climb back into the playoffs, the Capitals brass seems to be doing their due diligence this upcoming trade deadline. At 24 years old and with a cap hit of $750,000, hes a low-cost option who would help the Caps get younger something MacLellan mentioned as a priority. His shooting percentage is a career low 6.9. Hathaway, meantime, is going to the team he cheered growing up in Kennebunkport, Maine. Theyre just trying to get across the finish line: 895 goals. Philadelphia Jr. Flyers - EHL, Zach Pard Itll be a grind, of course, he said, noting that his vision wont ever be perfect again. As things currently sit, the Capitals are two points out of the last wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference. Gonna miss those guys. Ill do everything I can this summer to be ready for camp. He has one year at $2.75 million remaining on his contract. Chicago Steel, Omaha Lancers, Nick Sorkin Player Register. Thats where the three-year rule comes in. The 37-year-old entered Thursdays game with 812 career goals, or 83 shy of leapfrogging The Great One. Tarik graduated from Howard University and resides in Northern Virginia with his wife and two children. Valley Junior Warriors - EJHL, Andrew Cohen Western New England University D3, Mike Weiss (Kuznetsov is Oshies most common linemate; Oshie performs much better away from Kuznetsov.) Jan 5, WSH (18-15) tied with BOS, 1-1 OT, 52. Michigan State University D1, David Brady The top-six center, who turns 31 in May, entered Thursdays game on pace for 13 goals and 63 points a drop-off from the 24 goals and 78 points he produced a year ago. Hes entering the final year of a team-friendly deal that averages $2.5 million per. Sandin is a perfect example of who the Caps want to acquire for Ovechkins run: young players who are already NHL-tested, who have some term on their deals (Sandin is signed through next season), and whose contracts are team-controlled as restricted free agents. We would see any seller operate like this at the trade deadline. These are the only players currently signed through the end of Ovechkins contract: Restricted free agents like Aliaksei Protas, Martin Fehervary, and Rasmus Sandin are likely to remain as well. 1 center. 45. Hockey-Reference utilizes Official NHL data for current NHL seasons. Plenty of value here still. Conor Sheary, forward: Another Laviolette favorite, Sheary is a Swiss Army knife. Basically, Keator added, the comments on Twitter have been, I guess we have to go from hating Garnet Hathaway to love him.. Hes an unrestricted free agent this summer, and the Caps have younger, less expensive prospects, like Alex Alexeyev and Lucas Johansson, who are ready to make the jump. So lets take stock of whos probably staying and who else might be on the move in the coming days. Bryce Elder. Oct 11, WSH (0-1) tied with ATL, 3-3 OT, 8. ROSTER STATS 2022-2023 Roster Past Rosters Team Staff Head Coach Bryan Reel Asst. By JIMMY GOLEN and STEPHEN WHYNO February 23, 2023. Plymouth State University D3, Jacob Caffery Oct 29, WSH (1-6) tied with PHI, 1-1 OT, 17. Hes also excited because he wants to win another Cup. Feb 13, WSH (27-20) tied with CGY, 4-4 OT, 64. (Players within each tier are in alphabetical order). 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