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Morning Skate: Capitals have finally gotten over the Filip Forsberg trade
It still stings. But not as much.
Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports
Lace ‘em up. Time for the Morning Skate.
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THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY
Every fanbase remembers that one talented player that got traded away just before he reached his full potential. For Washington Capitals fans, that player is Filip Forsberg.
Washington traded Forsberg (one of their best prospects) to Nashville in 2013. It was derided at the time, especially as Forsberg came close to winning the Calder Trophy last season. There was no doubt the trade was a sour memory for Capitals fans.
Funny how success salves old wounds.
WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT:
- The Canadiens didn’t even play and stepped into a social media nightmare.
- Beating the hated Rangers was exactly the turnaround the Devils and their fans needed.
- Although their rookie winger can’t stop diving.
- Donald Trump stopped by to recap the Flyers’ loss to the Hurricanes. It was a tremendous article. Just tremendous.
- A miracle happened in Detroit last night.
- Arizona keeps dropping close games, meaning they’re still not ready for playoff contention.
- Meanwhile, the Lightning are going streaking!
- The Islanders’ special teams are looking ... special.
- Andrew Ladd scored (but his team lost) in what’s likely his final home game as captain of the Jets.
- Edmonton finished out an embarrassing home stand with a loss.
TRADE RUMORS
- Friendly reminder: You can keep track of every important rumor here.
- Washington bolstered its defensive depth by trading for Mike Weber.
- The Blue Jackets should consider trading Scott Hartnell.
- San Jose is still in the market for a backup goalie.
- Eric Staal could be a great fit in Dallas.
- Yes, the Rangers are considering trading even more young talent for an aging, expiring UFA.
NEWS & NOTES
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