Capitals sign Ryan Leonard to eight-year, $84-million extension

Sep 15, 2026, 9:38 AM ET|Comments (0)

from Sportsnet,

The 2023 eighth overall pick has agreed to an eight-year, $84-million extension, the Capitals announced on Tuesday. The new deal carries an AAV of $10.5 million.

Leonard, 21, is coming off a strong first full NHL season, as he finished with 20 goals and 25 assists through 75 appearances. He ranked eighth on the Capitals in points and fifth in goals.

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