Washington Capitals NHL Draft

For all of you die hard Washington Capital Fans, here is a very quick recap of the first night of the NHL Draft that took place in Pittsburgh yesterday:

Washington Capitals:
#11 Overall: Flip Forsberg - Highly touted Swedish center, that will bring depth to the organization
#16 Overall: Thomas Wilson - Gritty, hard nosed winger that will get in your face

But the biggest news of all came when the Capitals traded for the Dallas Stars veteran center Mike Ribeiro. The caps had to give up Cody Eakin and the 54th overall pick. This deal will add a verteran playmaker that could be the final link Ovi and the Caps need to get over the hump. This is only the start of what should be a pretty entertaining off-season for the Caps. Next up is a new head coach!