Capitals Extend Goalie Charlie Lindgren to $9M Deal

The Washington Capitals have re-signed goaltender Charlie Lindgren to a three-year, $9 million contract extension, ensuring he remains part of their goaltending tandem alongside Logan Thompson. Lindgren, who has been with the team since 2022, has performed reliably this season with a record of 13-10-3, a 2.70 goals-against average, and one shutout in 27 games. General manager Chris Patrick praised Lindgren's professionalism and athleticism, expressing confidence in their goaltending duo's ability to provide stability for the team. The Capitals currently lead the Eastern Conference and aim to strengthen their roster, with a focus on securing defenseman Jakob Chychrun before the trade deadline. This contract comes shortly after Thompson signed a six-year extension, solidifying the team's commitment to their goaltending strategy for the coming seasons. Lindgren's performance has been notable, tying for third among goalies with fewer than 30 starts in wins this season.