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Capitals Injury Notes: Fehervary, Protas, Chychrun
Martin Fehervary and Aliaksei Protas did not practice for the Capitals today, per NHL.com reporter Tom Gulitti. He adds that defender Jakob Chychrun did practice despite a puck deflecting into his face at practice yesterday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 11
Five most surprising NHL teams this season
Let's take a look at the top five most surprising teams this NHL season.
Washington Capitals News / NHL Trade Talk / March 27
Jakob Chychrun Becoming the Most Fascinating Man in the NHL
Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun is making headlines once again—not just for his on-ice performance and whopping new contract but for his unconventional lifestyle choices.
The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz
How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?
NHL News / Flamesnation / March 27
What Chychrun’s extension means for the Flames and Rasmus Andersson’s next contract
The hockey world is a small one, and every time a big piece of news breaks, the entities within that world ask themselves “Oh boy, how dos this impact us?” Earlier this week, the Washington Capitals signed blueliner Jakob Chychrun to an eight year contract extension with a $9 million cap hit.
Washington Capitals News / Flamesnation / March 26
NHL Notebook: Jakob Chychrun signs eight-year extension with the Capitals
One of the best young defencemen in the league has been locked up long-term. On Tuesday, the Washington Capitals announced that they’ve signed Jakob Chychrun to an eight-year deal worth $72 million, or an annual cap hit of $9 million a season.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / March 26
‘Bouchard should get more’: Oilers scribe sees pending RFA’s next contract besting Chychrun’s extension
With so much attention on significant contracts for Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid, it’s almost been easy to forget that Evan Bouchard is a pending restricted free agent with arbitration rights.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 26
How the Oilers’ Evan Bouchard Situation Is Impacted by Jakob Chychrun’s Extension
The Washington Capitals reset the defence market on Tuesday (March 25) when they inked Jakob Chychrun to an eight-year deal with a $9 million cap hit. The Washington blueliner is having a great offensive season, recording 18 goals and 44 points through 66 games.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL Rumors / March 26
Landscape changing from perception that Capitals overpaid for Jakob Chychrun
Aaron Portzline: The Columbus Blue Jackets have already signed college free agent forward Jack Williams to a two-year entry-level contract, but you should expect them to continue to be active in the college free agent market.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 26
Chychrun Deal a Concern for Evan Bouchard Extension with Oilers
When Jakob Chychrun signed his eight-year contract extension with the Washington Capitals on Tuesday, it became clear right away that Evan Bouchard‘s extension in Edmonton wasn’t going to come for a penny less and might be worth more, given the age and points difference between the two players.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 25
How Jakob Chychrun’s new contract could impact Evan Bouchard’s next deal
The Washington Capitals made headlines by locking up Jakob Chychrun to an eight-year contract with a $9 million cap hit, tying him with the Colorado Avalanche‘s Cale Makar and the New Jersey Devils‘ Dougie Hamilton for the 10th-highest paid defenseman in the league next season.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 25
Top available defensemen in free agency after Capitals' extension of Jakob Chychrun
With San Jose and Chicago eliminated from postseason contention and many more to join them soon, here are the five most interesting defenseman who will hit the free-agent market.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / March 25
Jakob Chychrun’s new contract with Capitals is great for everyone involved
Jakob Chychrun has cashed in as earlier Tuesday the Washington Capitals defenseman agreed to an eight-year extension that will carry a $9-million annual average value.
NHL News / Oilersnation / March 25
Jakob Chychrun’s $72 million extension ‘helps set the baseline’ for Evan Bouchard’s next contract
General manager Stan Bowman is going to have some very important contract discussions coming up soon. Connor McDavid, the captain of the Edmonton Oilers and the league’s top player, is eligible to sign an extension in July.
Washington Capitals News / NHL Rumors / March 25
Washington Capitals Extend Jakob Chychrun On Eight-Year, $72 Million Deal
The Washington Capitals have extended defenseman Jakob Chychrun to an eight-year, $72 million contract, a $9 million salary cap hit. Sammi Silber: Capitals GM Chris Patrick on Chychrun’s extension: “Jakob is a proven, dynamic defenseman in the prime of his career who has established himself as one of the premier blueliners in the NHL.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / March 25
Capitals Sign Jakob Chychrun to 8-Year Contract Extension
On Tuesday morning, the Washington Capitals announced an eight-year, $72 million contract extension for defenseman Jakob Chychrun. The 6-foot-2 blueliner has been excellent in his first season with the Capitals, with a career-high 43 points through 65 games.
Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / March 25
Caps sign D Jakob Chychrun to 8-year, $72M extension
The Washington Capitals signed defenseman Jakob Chychrun to an 8-year, $72 million contract extension Tuesday. The deal's average annual value of $9 million is tied for 10th among NHL blueliners, according to Spotrac.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / March 25
Capitals re-sign key defenseman to long-term contract
The Washington Capitals have locked up one of their best defensemen for the foreseeable future.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / March 25
Capitals sign Jakob Chychrun to eight-year contract extension
The Washington Capitals have locked up a key part of their future as on Tuesday the club announced that it has re-signed pending unrestricted free agent defenseman Jakob Chychrun to an eight-year deal that carries a $9-million annual average value.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 25
Capitals sign defenseman to market-setter extension
An extension between the Capitals and Jakob Chychrun has seemingly been in the works for some time, with rumored interest dating back to the beginning of the season.
Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / March 16
Jakob Chychrun Is Quietly Dominating in His Debut Year With the Capitals
A name that flies under the radar is Jakob Chychrun. A first-round pick by the Arizona Coyotes in 2016, he’s been quietly making his mark with the Washington Capitals this season, despite being overshadowed by other defensemen, such as Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / January 18
Watch: Jakob Chychrun gives Capitals another reason to re-sign him with goal vs. Penguins
Chychrun sits third leaguewide in goals scored by defensemen this year.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 2
Breakout defenseman open to signing extension with Capitals
Jakob Chychrun has outplayed his $4.6M yearly cap hit and could finally demand top-pair money on a new deal.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 2
Capitals defenseman's hot start halted with IR placement
Little details have been revealed about his injury.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 30
Jakob Chychrun Injured vs Rangers, Will Not Return
Washington Capitals’ defender Jakob Chychrun is dealing with an upper-body injury and will not return to the game tonight (Oct. 29) against the New York Rangers, the team announced.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 1, 2024
Capitals continue busy offseason with significant trade acquisition
Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan continued his busy summer of roster retooling by making a big trade Monday.
Ottawa Senators News / NHL Trade Talk / April 18, 2024
Chychrun’s Response to Senators’ Future Question Hints at Trade
There was plenty of speculation that Jakob Chychrun might be on the move at this past year’s NHL Trade Deadline. He wasn’t dealt, even though his future in Ottawa seemed less than clear.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 5, 2024
One Year Later, Coyotes Already Have Won Chychrun Trade
When Arizona Coyotes general manager Bill Armstrong went to Jakob Chychrun to discuss the possibility of being moved, it seemed strange. Considering Chychrun was just 24 years old and had a very team-friendly contract, it was confusing, but the situation made sense.
Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 16, 2024
Senators reportedly entertaining offers for former first-round pick
Senators GM Steve Staios is examining possible trades to finally kickstart the team’s rebuild out of low gear while freeing up financial maneuverability in the process.
Ottawa Senators News / NHL Trade Talk / January 10, 2024
Teams Reaching Out to Senators Regarding Jakob Chychrun Trade
Within a matter of weeks, the Ottawa Senators will find themselves at a crucial juncture as they examine their playoff chances, team makeup, and identify their core players.
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