As if playing in his 1,000th career game in the NHL/as a member of the Washington Capitals wasn’t enough, defenseman John Carlson accomplished another milestone Saturday night with a goal in the second period against the Boston Bruins.
The Washington Capitals franchise has featured numerous offensive highlights by defensemen throughout its history. This week defenseman Erik Gustafsson added to the history by scoring a hat trick in the Capitals’ 5-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs.
The fifth set of names for my case for the Hall series. Derian Hatcher - Defence - 1991/92-2007/08 Drafted in the first round, eighth overall, in the 1990 NHL Entry Draft by the Minnesota North Stars, Hatcher debuted during the 1991/92 season.