With the Washington Capitals’ Stanley Cup window closing fast, prospects are going to be very important for the team moving forward. Connor Hobbs is a defenseman Caps fans should keep an eye on, as he could be a very special defenseman.’
The Capitals selected Hobbs with the 143rd overall pick (fifth round) of the 2015 NHL Draft. When drafted, he was viewed as a high upside, but raw, prospect. Since then, Hobbs has shown he could be a late round gem with his massive improvements.
KELOWNA, CANADA - NOVEMBER 26: Calvin Thurkauf #27 of the Kelowna Rockets skates behind the net after Connor Hobbs #44 of the Regina Pats as he skates with the puck during first period on November 26, 2016 at Prospera Place in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada.