J.J. Regan of NBC Sports Washington: Washington Capitals GM Brian MacLellan still believes the Capitals can be a contender, which should make re-signing defenseman Brendan Dillon one of his top offseason priorities.
Michal Kempny‘s continued struggles made the Dillon acquisition a smart move by MacLellan even though they could have used a top-four right-handed defenseman. Kempny may not be a fit on the top pair, and Dillon could be the best contingency plan.
Both MacLellan and Dillion haven’t said much about a potential return next year for the pending unrestricted free agent.