Well. That’s it, folks. Braden Holtby is no longer a Washington Capital. Not going to lie, typing that was hard. It’s always sad to see a long-time player on your favorite team leave in free agency, but this departure hits different.
Holtby is one of, if not the, best goalies the Capitals have ever had; he brought a Vezina Trophy and a Stanley Cup to Washington in his time here. However, his impact in DC was more than what he did on the ice - he is also one of the best human beings the DC sports world has ever had.