Posts About "Liam O’Brien"

NHL News & Notes: Flyers First-Round Pick, Oilers & More

June 11th, 2019 In today's News & Notes, the Philadelphia Flyers could be shopping their first-round draft pick, the Edmonton Oilers have re-signed Patrick Russell and the Washington Capitals have re-signed Liam O'Brien. Flyers Shopping First-Round Draft Pick When the 2019 NHL Draft takes place at the end of June, the Philadelphia Flyers are...

From Australia to DC, Nathan Walker Closing in on NHL

September 16th, 2017 At the age of two, Nathan Walker and his family moved from the United Kingdom to live in Sydney, Australia. Though the nation has just 30 ice rinks, this was where Walker found his love and passion for hockey, through watching his older brother play and seeing the 1992 movie, "The Mighty Ducks." He has come a long way since then....

Can Vrana Earn a Permanent Spot in Washington?

August 28th, 2017 Jakub Vrana is perhaps the Washington Capitals' top forward prospect, but he hasn't been able to fully adjust to the NHL level and become a permanent fixture in the lineup. That could change this season. The former 13th overall pick has taken the time to develop and transition to the North American game in three years with the AHL's...

Capitals' Nathan Walker Ready for Historic NHL Jump

August 16th, 2017 The Washington Capitals will be relying on their youth to step up and fill the voids on the roster, especially as they try to cope with key departures. Not only did they lose a wealth of defensemen, but the Capitals also lost some of their key wingers. Justin Williams and Daniel Winnik left through free agency, but the biggest loss to...