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The Capitals make one of the best transactions of the year
The Washington Capitals are headed to the second round of the NHL playoffs, and a big reason for their success traces back to a savvy deadline acquisition by general manager Chris Patrick. Forward Anthony Beauvillier, acquired in that deal, has stepped up as one of the team's standout performers this postseason.
The Washington Capitals have been getting contributions all over the lineup, with all four lines chipping in at key moments.
One of the more unexpected bright spots has been forward Anthony Beauvillier, who has earned a spot on the team's top line and now finds himself tied in points (5) with superstars like Tom Wilson and Alexander Ovechkin.
Chris Patrick makes acquisition of the year with Anthony Beauvillier
When the Washington Capitals acquired Anthony Beauvillier at the trade deadline, no one paid much attention to it.
A disgruntled forward who previously struggled to find his footing on other teams has now emerged as an unlikely hero, and he's a massive reason why the Washington Capitals were able to defeat the Montreal Canadiens in 5 games.
The Washington Capitals acquired Anthony Beavillier from the Pittsburgh Penguins at trade deadline for a second round draft pick at the NHL trade deadline.
While it was a relatively low-risk low-reward, type of situation, Chris Patrick is showing that he might be one of the more brilliant general managers in the league.
Following a big win, head coach Spencer Carbery made himself available to the media, emphasizing the dynamic Anthony Beauvillier bring to the Caps' lineup.
«Yeah, [his speed is] noticeable,» head coach Spencer Carbery said postgame. «The pace he plays with - I've been really impressed. And not just with his speed, he's tenacious on the puck. He's not shy to go to hard areas and go into corners, net-front, all that. And that's helped. He's been a very, very significant addition to our group, I would say. That's what I've seen so far.»
-Spencer Carbery
-Spencer Carbery
Anthony Beavillier will look to continue his strong performance against the Carolina Hurricanes in the second-round of the post season.
As it stands, Beauvillier has emerged as one of the best transactions of the NHL trade deadline.
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MAI 2 | 68 ANSWERS The Capitals make one of the best transactions of the year Do you think Washington Capitals forward Anthony Beavillier will continue producing in the next round of the NHL postseason? | ||
| Yes | 66 | 97.1 % |
| No | 2 | 2.9 % |
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