The Washington Capitals have re-assigned forward Mike Sgarbossa to the Hershey Bears, potentially paving the way for defenseman Jakob Chychrun to return from injured reserve after missing four games due to an upper-body injury. His return could bolster the team's defensive lineup as they prepare for back-to-back games against the Pittsburgh Penguins and St. Louis Blues. Meanwhile, goaltender Logan Thompson has made a strong case for Team Canada’s selection for the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off, boasting a perfect 6-0-0 record and solid stats. The competition for the starting goalie spot includes other notable candidates like Sam Montembeault and Jordan Binnington. Additionally, Capitals owner Ted Leonsis celebrated his 1,000th career victory, becoming the second-fastest active owner to reach this milestone, highlighting his significant role in the team’s success and the positive culture within the organization.

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