MASTERPLAN: How Chris Patrick’s DECISIONS Shape Capitals Offseason—Ovechkin and Big-Spend RISKS

Washington Capitals gear up for a pivotal offseason as Chris Patrick crafts a bold plan around Alex Ovechkin’s anticipated return. With trades finalized and the draft behind them, the Capitals turn their focus to free agency, armed with $14.1 million in cap space and urgent needs on the right side of the blue line. Could Rasmus Andersson or Jacob Trouba be the answer to their defensive woes, especially with Rasmus Sandin sidelined by injury? Host Dan Holmi breaks down the franchise’s shifting priorities—highlighting potential moves for Boone Jenner at third-line center and discussing the futures of Brandon Duhaime and Trevor van Riemsdyk. How will these strategic roster decisions impact Washington’s playoff hopes and Ovechkin’s quest for NHL history? With major signings and hard choices looming, the Capitals’ commitment to winning now takes center stage in the Metropolitan Division shake-up. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Decagon Ready to transform your customer support? Go to decagon.ai/LOCKEDONNHL to get a personalized demo and see what Decagon can do for your team.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.