Center Jay Beagle made it clear he wants to stay with the Washington Capitals. However, the NHL salary cap may be too tight for a return.
Beagle, 32, has played his entire career with Washington. All 10 seasons. He excels with his defense and ability to win faceoffs. Last season he won 58.5 percent in the regular season, a career high, and 60.1 percent in the playoffs.
Talk about getting it right in the clutch.
Not afraid to steal a puck or deliver a hit, grinders like Beagle are required for teams driving for a championship.