What the Capitals can expect from the player they select at number eight in the draft
The Washington Capitals gained no spots during the NHL Draft Lottery and will pick eighth overall in the 2023 NHL Draft. If they hold onto the selection, it will mark the first time the franchise has picked eighth in the franchise’s 49-year history.
Typically, the number one overall pick is a can’t miss player. But what about a prospect at number eight?
Below, I take a look at the players both of the past and the recent future selected at pick number eight to give you an idea of what type of player could be arriving to the organization on June 28 in Nashville.
By Chris Cerullo 3 weeks ago