Latest news with #JustinSourdif
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Where Justin Sourdif Could Start The Season For The Capitals
The Washington Capitals finally got hold of a player they'd been trying to get for years, acquiring prospect Justin Sourdif from the Florida Panthers.
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Where Justin Sourdif Could Start The Season For The Capitals
The Washington Capitals finally got hold of a player they'd been trying to get for years, acquiring prospect Justin Sourdif from the Florida Panthers. After a few years of developing in the AHL and only playing a handful of NHL games, Sourdif is expected to finally make the full-time transition to the Show this season. Where exactly will he draw in, though? The 23-year-old is a versatile player who can play the center or wing, and is known for his good hands, playmaking ability and wicked shot. He has all the skills to be a difference maker, and now, it's just about putting it all together and finding consistency. Sourdif had 34 points in 43 regular-season games with the Charlotte Checkers this past season, while also helping them to the Calder Cup Final with 10 points in 18 playoff games. He also scored his first NHL goal in the only game he played up with the big club this season. When it comes to finding his place in the lineup, the Capitals can envision multiple avenues for Sourdif to draw in. General manager Chris Patrick hasn't ruled out giving Sourdif a chance to show what he can do at the center position, though the only vacant spot is at 3C, and that job is Connor McMichael's to lose. That said, the right wing appears more likely. When it comes to what line, it could be reasonable to start him on the powerhouse fourth line with Nic Dowd and Brandon Duhaime. It would give him two linemates who are aggressive on the forecheck and can carry the play up ice, while also playing a solid two-way game. That trio, despite the "fourth line" moniker, gets a lot of ice time, too, and having Sourdif join the mix can add a bit more of an offensive spark there. All in all, coach Spencer Carbery has multiple options at his disposal, and Sourdif will certainly lay it all on the line for the chance to be a full-time NHLer, a dream he's been working toward since working his way up the ranks.
CBS News
28-06-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Detroit Red Wings acquire goalie John Gibson from Anaheim Ducks in trade
The Detroit Red Wings acquired John Gibson from the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday, a trade of the veteran goaltender that could start the dominoes falling around the NHL, with several teams looking for help in net. Detroit sent backup goalie Petr Mrazek, a 2027 second-round pick and a 2026 fourth-rounder to Anaheim for Gibson, whose name has been in trade rumors for several years. No salary was retained. Back-to-back Western Conference champion Edmonton, rebuilding Philadelphia and others are expected to pursue a goaltender this offseason. Gibson, 31, has spent his first 12 seasons in the league with Anaheim. He's signed for two more at a salary cap hit of $6.4 million. "We want to thank John for his time with our organization and being an integral part of the Ducks for more than a decade," general manager Pat Verbeek said. "It became clear John wanted a new opportunity, and after many discussions with him, we felt now was the right time to make this move." A couple of other trades were finalized Saturday while the draft was ongoing. The Kings traded 24-year-old D-man Jordan Spence to Ottawa for the 67th pick and Colorado's sixth-rounder in 2026. Buffalo also sent Connor Clifton and a second-round pick to Pittsburgh for Conor Timmins and Isaac Beliveau. Washington signed 23-year-old forward Justin Sourdif for $1.65 million over two years after sending a second-round pick to two-time Stanley Cup champion Florida for the minor leaguer with four games of NHL experience. Sourdif scored a goal in his lone call-up this past season and had 10 points in 18 games on the Charlotte Checkers' run to the American Hockey League's Calder Cup Finals. The Capitals are hoping Sourdif, making just over the league minimum at $825,000 annually, fills a hole on their second or third line. There was no room for upward mobility for Sourdif, especially after the Panthers signed playoff MVP Sam Bennett to an eight-year, $64 million contract and could bring back winger Brad Marchand. North of the border, the Calgary Flames extended 6-foot-6 Kevin Bahl to a six-year deal worth just over $32 million, while the Winnipeg Jets shored up their blue line depth by giving Haydn Fleury $1.9 million over the next two seasons. Bahl will count $5.35 million against the salary cap through 2030-31.
Washington Post
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Washington Post
Capitals sign Justin Sourdif and the Kings trade Jordan Spence to the Senators
The Washington Capitals signed a young forward they got from the back-to-back Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers , a young defenseman is getting a fresh start and a couple of Canadian teams re-signed veteran players on Saturday. Washington signed forward Justin Sourdif for $1.65 million over two years after sending a second-round pick to Florida for the minor leaguer with four games of NHL experience. Sourdif, 23, scored a goal in his lone call-up this past season and had 10 points in 18 games on the Charlotte Checkers' run to the American Hockey League's Calder Cup Finals.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Capitals sign Justin Sourdif and the Kings trade Jordan Spence to the Senators
The Washington Capitals signed a young forward they got from the back-to-back Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers, a young defenseman is getting a fresh start and a couple of Canadian teams re-signed veteran players on Saturday. Washington signed forward Justin Sourdif for $1.65 million over two years after sending a second-round pick to Florida for the minor leaguer with four games of NHL experience. Sourdif, 23, scored a goal in his lone call-up this past season and had 10 points in 18 games on the Charlotte Checkers' run to the American Hockey League's Calder Cup Finals. Advertisement The Capitals are hoping Sourdif, making just over the league minimum at $825,000 annually, fills a hole on their second or third line. There was no room for upward mobility for Sourdif, especially after the Panthers signed playoff MVP Sam Bennett to an eight-year, $64 million contract and could bring back winger Brad Marchand. While hosting the draft in Los Angeles, the Kings traded 24-year-old D-man Jordan Spence to Ottawa for the 67th pick and Colorado's sixth-rounder in 2026. Buffalo also sent Connor Clifton and a second-round pick to Pittsburgh for Conor Timmins and Isaac Beliveau. North of the border, the Calgary Flames extended 6-foot-6 Kevin Bahl to a six-year deal worth just over $32 million, while the Winnipeg Jets shored up their blue line depth by giving Haydn Fleury $1.9 million over the next two seasons. Bahl will count $5.35 million against the salary cap through 2030-31. ___ AP NHL: Stephen Whyno, The Associated Press
