With most of the hard work behind the Washington Capitals, they may take a minute and peek to who needs an extension after next season.
Andre Burakovsky is the biggest name hitting restricted free agency for the Caps. A strong year should get him a nice extension.
A role player, Burakovsky continues improving on both sides of the ice. Last year, although a left-winger, he won over half his faceoffs for the first time. Despite injuries, he averages around a half-point a night.
He feels more comfortable with the physical game. Burakovsky registered career-high numbers in blocked shots and hits despite missing 26 regular season games.