Capitals Trade Eller to Colorado

Per Pierre LeBrun, the Caps have made another move...

Caps are sending Lars Eller to the Avalanche

— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) March 1, 2023 UPDATE: Confirmed by the team. Caps will retain 31% of Eller’s salary in the trade, and receive a second-round pick in 2025 from Colorado in return.

Here’s more from the team:

ARLINGTON, Va. - The Washington Capitals have acquired a second-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft from the Colorado Avalanche for forward Lars Eller, senior vice president and general manager Brian MacLellan announced today. The Capitals will retain 31 percent of Eller’s salary as part of the trade.

The Capitals own 22 total picks in the next three drafts. Washington currently has…