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Washington Capitals: Evaluating Derek Roy’s Potential Role

Yesterday, the Washington Capitals added one when they signed veteran free agent center Derek Roy to a professional tryout agreement. The Washington Capitals needed to add center depth for training camp and the preseason due to the uncertainty surrounding Nicklas Backstrom‘s hip injury. Roy will participate in training camp and the preseason to try to keep his NHL career going.

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In 738 career NHL games, Roy has 524 points. He has scored 189 goals and has 335 assists.