Your savory breakfast links:
- The Washington Capitals announced their 2024 preseason schedule yesterday. [Caps, THN, Nova Caps, RMNB, S+S]
- The Hershey Bears evened the Calder Cup Final series in Coachella Valley last night with a 3-2 victory fueled by their top line. [Bears, RMNB]
- With the addition of Pierre-Luc Dubois, the Capitals’ situation at center has gotten a bit more complicated. [THN, RMNB]
- Wednesday’s trade is one of high risk, high reward—here are some pros and cons. [S+S]
- Speaking of PLD, he will continue to wear number 80 with the Capitals to honor his late friend and teammate Matiss Kivlenieks. [RMNB]
- After trading Darcy Kuemper to LA, there are rumors that the Caps are discussing a contract extension for Charlie Lindgren. [LWOS]
- Take a look at the statistically worst value contracts for every Eastern Conference team for the 2023-2024 season. [Athletic ($)]
- In former Cap news, the Golden Knights are reportedly not re-signing Anthony Mantha this summer. [RDS, RMNB]
- Looking at another possible free agency target for the Capitals: Jake Guentzel. [THW]
- Finally, happy 74th birthday to Ron Low, and raise a glass to Denis Dupéré, who would have turned 76 today.