Japers' Rink, a Washington Capitals community

In an effort to beat the summer doldrums, we're undertaking to rank - with your help - the Washington Capitals, from Ovechkin to, well, we'll see (only players under contract will be considered)....

"Seven of Washington’ 24 prospects at development camp this week were part of a championship team last season. Francois Bouchard, John Carlson and Mathieu Perreault played for Washington’s AHL...

"The camp’s complete roster is yet to be finalized, but among the confirmed participants are Capitals first-round draft picks Anton Gustafsson (2008), John Carlson (2008) and Joe Finley (2005)....

...The Caps are rated 9th in the League, up last year from 12th. Their rankings for the top 10 prospects (and money quotes) are as follows: 1. Simeon Varlamov (12th ranked overall out of the THN...