Japers' Rink · Aug 9, 2021
Caps Sign RFA Ilya Samsonov to 1 Year, $2 Million Contract
Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports After re-signing Alex Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals had one major piece of business left: sign restricted free agent Ilya Samsonov. They finished that outstanding task on Monday, announcing that Samsonov has agreed to a 1-year, $2 million extension.
NEWS | The Washington Capitals have re-signed goaltender Ilya Samsonov to a one-year, $2 million contract.
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) August 9, 2021 Samsonov, a former first round pick for the Caps, has had an inconsistent tenure with the team marred by several off-ice incidents and being on the NHL COVID protocol list twice.