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Alexander Alexeyev

Capitals Should Be Patient with Their NHL-Ready Prospects

Carl Knauf | September 1, 2021

Even with one of the most recognizable cores in the entire NHL, the Washington Capitals will have some roster questions to answer this season. With aging stars susceptible to trendy…

Categories Capitals Prospects

Capitals Gain Cap Room, Roster Spot & Free Agent Flexibility with Dillon Trade

Carl Knauf | July 28, 2021

As expected, the Washington Capitals have been busy since the draft, and it’s only been less than a week. The team traded defenseman Brenden Dillon to the Winnipeg Jets on…

Categories Capitals Transactions, NHL Trade Analysis

Prospects News & Rumors: Caufield, Holloway, Alexeyev & More

Greg Boysen | January 30, 2021

A pair of top prospects for the Edmonton Oilers and Montreal Canadiens had a huge night in the college ranks. The Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) is in the middle of…

Categories Avalanche Prospects, Canadiens Prospects, Capitals Prospects, Column, Ducks Prospects, News and Rumors, Oilers Prospects, Prospects

Prospects News & Rumors: Bokk, Firstov & Alexeyev

Greg Boysen | January 16, 2021

The National Hockey League’s 2020-21 season is finally in full swing. The American Hockey League (AHL) will be next to get going within the next couple of weeks and the…

Categories Capitals Prospects, Column, Hurricanes Prospects, Prospects, Wild Prospects

Capitals Are in Need of a Solid Defense Prospect

Ben Little | January 7, 2021

Before I even begin this article: no duh. Every team would like a solid defensive prospect who can carry their blue line for years. However, this is not about the…

Categories Capitals Prospects

Prospects News & Rumors: George, Alexeyev, Hrabik & More

Mathieu Sheridan | September 4, 2020

The London Knights received a commitment from one of their draft picks. The Washington Capitals, San Jose Sharks and Los Angeles Kings announced that they have each loaned a prospect…

Categories Capitals Prospects, CHL, Column, Kings Prospects, OHL, Prospects, QMJHL, Sharks Prospects

America’s Capital Hosts NHLPA Rookie Showcase

Victoria Thomas | August 27, 2019

The National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) hosted their 11th annual Rookie Showcase at MedStar Capitals Iceplex in Arlington, Virginia on Sunday, Aug. 25. The practice arena for the Washington…

Categories Capitals Prospects, Prospects

7th Annual NHL Mock Draft: 2018, Round 2

Larry Fisher | June 8, 2018

2018 NHL Mock Draft: Round 1 2018 NHL Mock Draft: Round 3 2018 NHL Mock Draft: Round 4 2018 NHL Mock Draft: Round 5 2018 NHL Mock Draft: Round 6…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, Previews and Predictions

Alexander Alexeyev – 2018 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Ryan Pike | April 11, 2018

Alexander Alexeyev 2017-18 Team: Red Deer Rebels (#4) Date of Birth: November 15, 1999 Place of Birth: St. Petersburg, Russia Ht: 6’3″ Wt: 190 lbs Shoots: Left Position: Defenseman NHL…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, Prospects

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