Per WashingtonCaps.com, the Caps today signed free agent defenseman John Erskine. Erskine is a rugged character whose TSN.ca player profile includes the following:Assets - Loves to play a physical game from behind the blueline. Keeps things simple and knows his limitations.What do Caps fans think of the signing? Click here and here to find out.
Flaws - Has limited offensive ability. Must work hard to improve his suspect skating ability. Will struggle when lined up against shifty NHL forwards.
Career potential - Physical defenseman.
Finally, here are a couple examples of Erskine doing what Erskine does best (hint: it's not feathering a perfect saucer pass across the top of the crease to a wide open teammate for an easy tap-in):



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