Capitals Trim Camp Roster to 39 as Carlson, Wilson Set for Preseason Debuts in Columbus
The moves position Washington for final evaluations before the Oct. 7 roster deadline.
Overview
- Patrick Thomas and Cam Allen were loaned to the AHL’s Hershey Bears, and Terik Parascak was returned to the WHL’s Prince George Cougars under CHL transfer rules.
- Washington visits the Blue Jackets on Tuesday night for its fourth preseason game, with coverage on Monumental Sports Network and puck drop just after 7 p.m.
- John Carlson and Tom Wilson are slated for their first preseason action after sitting out the first three exhibition games.
- Alex Ovechkin practiced in full but did not travel to Columbus, as coach Spencer Carbery had indicated a preference for two preseason tune-ups before Opening Night.
- The Capitals are 3-0 with a 13–5 goal differential in preseason play as they work toward setting their 23-man roster for the Oct. 8 home opener against Boston.