Overview
- The Washington Capitals announced Wednesday that they extended Timothy Liljegren for two years at $6.5 million, a $3.25 million average annual cap hit.
- The deal addresses a right-side vacancy created when Rasmus Sandin tore his ACL late in the season and is expected to miss the start of 2026-27.
- Liljegren was acquired from the San Jose Sharks at the March trade deadline for a 2026 fourth-round pick and played four regular-season games for Washington down the stretch.
- The $3.25 million cap hit cuts the team’s projected offseason room by about $3.15 million, which will affect how the Capitals pursue any further right-side additions.
- At 27, Liljegren brings seven NHL seasons of experience (311 games, 93 points) and is likely to see a larger role while the Capitals continue to reshape their blue line.