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Capitals Acquire Alexander Urbom

Per Mike Vogel, the Caps have claimed defenseman Alexander Urbom off of waivers from New Jersey. The 22-year-old blueliner was selected 73rd overall by the Devils in 2009 and has split time between the AHL and NHL over the last three seasons.

Read up on Urbom here from the fans who knew him best, our friends over at In Lou We Trust.

From the team:

.And scouting reports galore, first from Hockey Prospectus:

Projection: He could be a fringe second pairing/good third pairing defenseman.From EliteProspects.com:

More from Hockey’s Future:

Urbom is a physically imposing player who is slowly learning how to use this trait to his advantage after two full seasons in the AHL. He was deployed in a more defensive role last season, which helped him refine and simplify his game in his own end. He is sound positionally and doesn‘t get caught running around nearly as much as he used to. Urbom is a mobile and efficient skater in all directions and is not afraid to lead the rush offensively. His shot is above-average and he times his pinches along the wall and into the slot well to try and create scoring opportunities for himself.And The Hockey News scouting report:

Assets: Has an excellent frame and the ability to play a tough, defensive game from the back end. Also boasts good mobility and some puck-moving upside.
Flaws: Needs to add even more strength in order to maximize his potential as a shutdown defender at the NHL level. Must work harder on his puck skills.
Career Potential: Big shutdown defenseman with some upside.And one last one from McKeen’s Hock

With Urbom in the mix, the Caps now have 24 bodies on the roster. Stay tuned…

UPDATE: The Caps have assigned Michael Latta to Hershey to make room for Urbom.

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