Ex-Edmonton Oilers Defenseman Ethan Bear Reportedly Signs with Capitals
In an exciting move for both the Washington Capitals and their fans, Ethan Bear has reportedly signed a two-year deal worth around $2 million per year with the team. The young defenseman, who previously played with the Edmonton Oilers, is expected to bring a fresh and dynamic energy to the Capitals’ blue line.
Ethan Bear is coming off should surgery which he injured playing at the World Hockey Championships. He was an RFA with the Canucks, but due to the lengthy recovery of the injury, the Canucks moved on from Bear.
Bear was traded from the Edmonton Oilers in the 2021 offseason in a trade with the Carolina Hurricanes where the Oilers acquired Warren Foegele. Bear was then traded to the Canucks early in the 2022 season to the Canucks where he played 61 games a totalled 16 points.
The signing of Ethan Bear is undoubtedly a big win for the Capitals, who have been looking to are looking to grow their defensive depth. Bear, while being smaller in size has excellent puck-moving skills and a strong ability to read the game. His signing is expected to be a significant boost for the team’s overall defensive potential.
Bear’s two-year deal with the Capitals is also an excellent opportunity for the young player to prove himself on a new team and that he has recovered from his injury. Although he has only been in the league for a few seasons, Bear has already shown himself to be an excellent player with significant potential. His time with the Capitals is likely to be a critical period for his development as a player, as he works to establish himself as a key part of the team’s defense.
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The signing of the ex-Edmonton Oilers defenseman is a good move for the Washington Capitals. With his impressive skills and potential, he has the potential to make a significant impact on the team in the coming years.