Caps Lock Up Significant Piece Of Their Future
The Washington capitals have locked up a significant piece of their future today announcing that Tom Wilson has agreed to a agreed to a seven-year, $45.5 million extension.
"Tom possesses all the intangibles needed to win in this League and we are extremely pleased to sign him to a long-term contract, giving him the opportunity to finish his career in a Capitals' uniform," MacLellan said in a statement. "Throughout his career, Tom has improved every facet of his game through his drive and competitiveness. We feel his work ethic and leadership qualities will be a tremendous asset to our organization for years to come."
The 29 year old was entering the final year of his current deal and would have become a UFA at the end of next season. General manager Brian MacLellan stressed how important signing Wilson long-term was.
Wilson was clear on his stance of remaining at Capital at the end-of-season press conference in April.
«I'm not a guy that's going to play hardball or say that I don't want to be here,» Wilson said. «Everyone knows I love it here and I want to be here. No matter what happens, I want to help this city win games and I think ifI do my job and we start winning games and the team's playing well, there's not going to be a lot of question marks. You're in the playoffs, playing well, things take care of themselves.»
The 16th overall pick from the 2012 draft brings a mix of goal-scoring, physicality and tenacious that this team desperately needs. Wilson will lead the Capitals into the next phase with this aging roster.
| POLL | ||
Do you think Tom Wilson will be come the next captain of the Washington Capitals when Alex Ovechkin retires? | ||
| Yes, heart and soul of the team | 11 | 35.5 % |
| No, too emotional to become the C | 20 | 64.5 % |
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