In a late move at the trade deadline, the Washington Capitals have acquired Michael Raffl from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for a 2021 fifth-round draft pick. In addition, the Fleyers are retaining 25 percent of Raffl’s salary.
Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston was first with the news:
Raffl, 32, has played his entire NHL career with the Flyers, and his $1.6mil contract expires this offseason. The left-shooting winger has three goals and five assists in 34 games with the Flyers this season.
Some stats on Raffl for all of you stat-heads:
Full statement from the Capitals:
Welcome to Washington, Raffl!