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The Washington Capitals expected to sign Ryan Chesley to an ELC
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Breaking news in Capitals Nation: The Washington Capitals organization have signed prospect Ryan Chelsey to an ATO (amateur tryout contract). Additionally, the team announces that the 21 year old defenceman is expected to sign a 3 year ELC (entry level contract) at a later time.
The Washington Capitals are in an exciting and pivotal time in their franchise.
Recently, Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick sent shockwaves through the league, signing top prospect Ryan Leonard to a three-year entry level contract.
Additionally, Chris Patrick continued to make big splashes by re-signing Spencer Smallman to a two year, two way contract extension.
Now, GM Chris Patrick continues his impressive work, and fans can fully anticipate Ryan Chelsey being locked down to an ELC (entry level contract) soon.
Washington Capitals continue to bolster their farm system
It's no secret that the Washington Capitals affiliate in Hershey sets the gold standard for AHL farm systems.
In impressive fashion, the Hershey Bears were the first AHL to clinch a spot in the 2025 post season and are now poised to capture their third consecutive Calder Cup.
The Hershey Bears already look dominant, and adding an NCAA stud like Ryan Chelsey will only make them stronger.
The Washington Capitals selected Ryan Chelsey in the second round of the NHL entry draft back in 2022. Since then, he's been a standout blue-liner for the University of Minnesota.
The 21-year-old posted eight goals, 20 points, and a +17 rating in 40 games with the NCAA's University of Minnesota Golden Gophers.
He represented the United States at the World Junior Championships in each of the previous four seasons (the first two in the under-18s, last two in the under-20s), posting four goals, 11 points, and a +24 rating in 25 games over that time.
Capitals Insider wishes Ryan Chelsey all the best during this exciting chapter of his career.
Source: Nova Caps Fan
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AVRIL 1 | 39 ANSWERS The Washington Capitals expected to sign Ryan Chesley to an ELC Do you think Ryan Chelsey will crack the Washington Capitals roster one day? | ||
| Yes | 27 | 69.2 % |
| No | 12 | 30.8 % |
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