Why did the Capitals Trade Filip Forsberg?

Why did the Capitals Trade Filip Forsberg?

The immediate reaction from the media was that the Capitals paid a steep price to acquire Erat—Forsberg was one of their top prospects at the time—but the veteran forward could be the last piece Washington needed.

Who did the Washington Capitals trade?

Caps trade for Marcus Johansson, part with Sprong In exchange for Johansson, the Capitals will send Daniel Sprong, a 2022 fourth-round pick and a 2023 sixth-round pick to the Kraken. In addition, Seattle will retain 50% of Johansson’s contract.

How old is Martin Erat?

40 years (August 29, 1981)Martin Erat / Age

Who did the caps trade Forsberg for?

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Washington Capitals have acquired right wing Martin Erat and minor leaguer Michael Latta from the Nashville Predators for 2012 first-round draft pick Filip Forsberg. Erat leads the Predators with 17 assists and is tied for the first on the club with 21 points this season.

Who did the Capitals trade Forsberg for?

Martin Erat
Mantha has not taken contact and did not travel on the Capitals’ two-game road trip but Oshie did on Tuesday and traveled on Wednesday. The Capitals traded Forsberg to the Predators on April 3, 2013 for forwards Martin Erat and Michael Latta. Neither player is still in the NHL.

Did Capitals make any trades?

Most notably, the Capitals brought back former Cap Marcus Johansson from the Seattle Kraken (at 50% salary retained), with Daniel Sprong, a 2022 4th round pick, and a 2023 6th round pick going the other way.

Did the Predators resign Forsberg?

The Nashville Predators have no plans to trade star forward Filip Forsberg before Monday’s 3 p.m. ET / noon PT trade deadline, despite the fact the 27-year-old is a pending unrestricted free agent. Forsberg is having a career year, tying his career high, with 33 goals to lead the Predators in that category.

Is Forsberg back?

Forsberg has missed the last four games but is back on the Predators active roster, suggesting he’ll be back in the lineup Monday. Consider Forsberg a game-time decision and monitor his status as the Predators hit the ice for warmups at 7:30 PM ET.

When was Filip Forsberg traded?

3 April 2013
On 3 April 2013, Forsberg was traded to the Nashville Predators in exchange for Martin Erat and Michael Latta.

How many goals does Filip Forsberg have?

Career

Season GP G
2021-2022 Playoffs 4 1
Career Playoffs 75 29
2021-2022 69 42
NHL Career 566 220

What happened to Washington caps?

#Caps forward Tom Wilson, who was injured on May 3 in Game 1 against Florida, underwent a successful surgical procedure on his left knee to reconstruct his torn ACL. Based on the nature of this procedure, Wilson is expected to miss 6-8 months.

What happened to Washington Capitals?

Capitals’ Tom Wilson out 6-8 months after ACL surgery Washington Capitals winger Tom Wilson underwent surgery to reconstruct his left torn ACL. Capitals’ Tom Wilson will miss six to eight months after ACL surgery The 28-year-old was injured early in Game 1 of Washington’s first-round Stanley Cup playoff series.

What team is Filip Forsberg on?

Nashville PredatorsFilip Forsberg / Current team (#9 / Left wing)

How long is Filip Forsberg contract?

six-year
Eligible to become an unrestricted free agent in July, the 27-year-old winger faces an uncertain future. Cap Friendly indicates Forsberg is completing a six-year deal with an annual average value of $6 million. He’s enjoying a career-high performance in his contract year with 38 goals and 75 points.

How many points does Filip Forsberg have?

2021-22 General

GP G PTS
69 42 84
4 1 1
566 220 469

Is Emil Forsberg injured?

New examinations have now revealed Forsberg suffered “a muscle injury near the hip joint in the left thigh” and he is expected to be out for around eight weeks as a result. The loss is a blow for Leipzig as Forsberg has six goals and two assists to his name so far this season.