Caps' Carlson Stays Put Amid Trade Buzz

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NHL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The Washington Capitol space a tough fight for the playoffs as the NHL trade deadline nears. They're chasing the second wildcard spot in the east, trailing the Boston Bruins by four points, though Boston has three games in hand. Last season, the Caps beat Montreal in the first playoff round, but failed hard to care a line next. Insider reports suggest veteran defenseman John Carlson could draw trade interest from contenders. Still, he's not expected to move, with contract extension talks planned right after the deadline. Fans see Carlson as a true capital for life, having spent his entire NHL career in Washington. The same goes for Captain Alex Ovechkin, who broke Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record last year. These loyal stars embody the franchise's core, and most expect them to retire in Caps Red, without ever switching teams. General manager Chris Patrick seems set to keep Carlson, unless an overwhelming offer

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