The Washington Capitals added one spot they coveted, another top line right winger. The Caps agreed to terms on a 2 year, $5.6 million deal with former Philadelphia Flyer Mike Knuble.
Knuble recorded 47 points last season with the Flyers. He had 27 goals and 20 assists. The year prior, Knuble recorded 29 goals and 26 assist. Along with offense, Knuble brings some size for the Caps, standing at 6′3″.
Can anyone really argue with this signing. Several reasons why I don’t think so. One, Knuble is the type of player Washington has been missing. We have ranted and raved, left and right, about the unwillingness or inability of caps to park in front of the net. Besides Brooks Laich, Washington was limited in guys willing to do that. Knuble is perfect and does it well. Problem solved. He also has some great size, which Washington generally has all over its roster. He is a gritty, tough player. Something needed in DC.
To make the move even smater, look at the deal itself. Caps are getting a guy that will net between 25 and 30 goals, for roughly $2.8 million per year. Not a bad deal. Kudos to George McPhee.
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