Per the team, the Caps have acquired defenseman Tom Gilbert from the Los Angeles Kings for future considerations. Here’s the release:
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Washington Capitals have acquired defenseman Tom Gilbert from the Los Angeles Kings for future considerations, senior vice president and general manager Brian MacLellan announced today. Gilbert will report to the Hershey Bears of the American Hockey League.
Gilbert, 34, registered five points (one goal, four assists) in 18 games with the Kings this season. In addition, Gilbert collected an assist in five games with the Ontario Reign of the AHL.