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Washington Capitals Eastern Conference Metropolitan Division
Trade Details
CAPS TRADE LAICH, LAND DANIEL WINNIK Sunday, February 28, 2016
The Washington Capitals acquired forward Daniel Winnik and a fifth-round draft pick in 2016 from the Toronto Maple Leafs for forward Brooks Laich, defenseman Connor Carrick and a second-round draft pick in 2016.
What does it give the Washington Capitals?
The Capitals decided to upgrade their fourth line and penalty-killing units by dealing veteran and long-time Capital Laich and landing Winnik, a versatile forward who can play any role required (but who is best suited for a defensive role). They hope he was worth surrendering Carrick and a three-round downgrade in '16. Washington might have overpaid here.
What does it give the Toronto Maple Leafs?
The Maple Leafs continue to purge their roster, with Winnik being moved to a contender for the second trade deadline in a row (last year he was dealt to Pittsburgh). Carrick could be a nice addition to Toronto's blueline, especially since he's a right-handed puck mover. Laich was a contract dump by Washington. The second rounder is an added bonus here.
Fantasy Impact
Laich and Winnik don't have much fantasy value at this point, but Carrick should be on the fantasy radar in keeper leagues. He will have a much better chance to play regularly in Toronto.
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fifth-round draft pick in 2016
Daniel Winnik
Brooks Laich
Connor Carrick
second-round draft pick in 2016