“Washington” following an exchange with “Ottawa » was granted the rights of a defender Jacob Chickran reports the club’s press service.
For the Canadian player, the Capitals gave up a third-round pick in the 2026 draft and the rights to defenseman Nick Jensen.
Last season, Chikran scored 41 (14+27) points in 82 games. The defender’s contract with a salary of $4.6 million runs until the end of next season.
Washington also signed the forward to a new contract. Connor McMichael for two years at a cost of $4.2 million. McMichael’s contract will have an average annual value of $2.1 million.
In addition, the Capitals signed former Los Angeles defenseman Matt Roy. Over six years, he will earn $34.5 million in Washington.
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