Capitals Lock in Forward Ethen Frank

0:00This is Corey with NHL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Washington Capitals locked in forward Ethan Frank with a two-year contract extension worth $4 million. It carries an average annual value of $2 million and runs through the 2027-28 season. That's a $1.2 million raise from his current deal, which was ending after this year. This season, Frank has thrived on the fourth line with Nick Dowd and Brandon Duhame. He's hit career highs of 11 goals, 12 assists, and 15 points over 53 games. His speed has stood out in a tough checking row, even if his scoring comes in bursts. The 28-year-old signed with the caps as an undrafted free agent from Western Michigan University in 2021-22. He spent years sharpening his game with the Hershey Bears in the American Hockey League, where he notched 82 goals in 164 games and helped win back-to-back caulder cup titles.

1:01Frank debuted in the NHL last January, picking up points right away and finishing his rookie year with four goals in 24 games. Fans and the team see him as a rising bottom six contributor, who fits coach Spencer Carberry system perfectly. With Frank secured, General Manager Chris Patrick heads into the trade deadline with $15 million in cap space. Given free agents like Trevor Van Roomsdijk and John Carlson could draw interest from playoff contenders before Friday, giving the caps flexibility. To build for a strong finish, support for this episode comes from our sponsor. See the description. Your favorite podcasts, music, or sleep sounds coming from your pillow, no earbuds, no distractions, just listen and relax.