The Detroit Red Wings have traded defenseman Nick Jensen and a 2019 5th round pick (Buffalo’s) to the Washington Capitals for defenseman Madison Bowey and a 2020 2nd round pick.
The 28-year old Jensen was drafted 150th overall in the 5th round of the 2009 draft by the Red Wings. He carries an $812,500 salary cap hit.
The 23-year old Bowey was drafted 53rd overall in the 2nd round of the 2013 draft by the Capitals. He carries a $1 million salary cap hit.
Washington Capitals: Capital GM Brian MacLellan: “Nick is a reliable modern-day defenseman who we feel can defend well and log valuable minutes for our club.