From Beauvillier to Wilson, we’re taking a look at and grading the 2024-25 season for every player who laced ‘em up for the Washington Capitals for a significant number of games during the campaign, with an eye towards 2025-24. Next up, Nic Dowd.
The Bio:
#26 | Center | Shoots: Right
Height: 6’2” | Weight: 190 | Born: May 27, 1990
Birthplace: Huntsville, AL | Acquired: Signed as a free agent on July 1, 2018
Cap Hit: $1,300,000 (then $3M starting 2025-26) | Signed Through: 2026-27 | Expiry Status: Unrestricted Free Agent
The Scouting Report (via Sports Forecaster)
A late-blooming, offensive-minded center in college hockey, he has morphed into a depth role in the NHL after making his debut at age 25.