With defenseman Brooks Orpik out for an extended period of time this season, Taylor Chorney had the opportunity to step up, and he did. Though Orpik is back now, the Caps rewarded the 28-year-old Chorney with a two-year contract extension, where he will earn earn $775,000 in 2016-17 and $825,000 in 2017-18.
Congrats, Chorney!
From the Caps:
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Washington Capitals have re-signed defenseman Taylor Chorney to a two-year contract extension, senior vice president and general manager Brian MacLellan announced today. Chorney will earn $775,000 in 2016-17 and $825,000 in 2017-18.