“They’re understanding, and honestly, I felt like they really cared a lot and they want me here instead of needing me”- the words were loud and echoed in the NHL community, with the Washington Capitals desperately trying to get some fresh energy. But Ethan Bear didn’t make the headlines. Well, not until the Capitals GM thought his steady presence on the blue line would be an unexpected spark his team needed. Now with Alex Ovechkin on one side and the team’s inconsistency and some underwhelming performances, it seems like the Caps have found themselves drifting far from their winning ways with the playoff hopes simply flickering.
Perhaps, amidst all this, Chris Patrick made that strategic move–recalling the Hershey Bears’ defenseman! After all, it has been a decision rooted not just in Bears stats but also in belief. “I think just kind of seeing your worth, knowing there’s a bunch of teams interested and not being trapped on one team and having to be an RFA, it’s been pretty cool to have that control and have a little bit more say in where I want to go and what I want to do, so it’s been pretty exciting, to be honest,” Bear said while emphasizing the freedom and empowerment he felt during his time as a free agent. Maybe that’s what made the organization make a call on the young star once again.
This is a developing story. Stay tuned…
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