Caps Are Getting Younger for the Wrong Reasons, But It’s Working Out Okay

Martin Fehervary is suddenly a mainstay in the lineup. (Caps Outsider)In a season filled with injuries, the Capitals have been forced to rely on the talent of rookie players which has seen many young guys get valuable ice time and experience.

There is no denying that the loss of forwards Nicklas Backstrom (hip), T.J. Oshie (lower body), Anthony Mantha (shoulder) and Nic Dowd (lower body) have been costly, and the Caps’ success this season certainly revolves around gaining those players back. However, perhaps there is some silver lining to the situation.

Do the Caps want to lose four valuable forwards? Of course not. Do the Caps need these players back fast? Most definitely. But when life…