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Can't get into lineup Alexeyev was scratched for the 10th game in a row when he sat out Friday's 5-4 overtime win over the Islanders.

Impact Alexeyev's five appearances this year came consecutively from Oct. 31 to Nov. 8. He recorded 10 blocked shots and six hits in that span. The 25-year-old defenseman hasn't had a chance to play since the Capitals got Jakob Chychrun and Matt Roy back from injuries sustained in October. Alexeyev would require waivers to be assigned to AHL Hershey, so it appears the Capitals are content with having him and Dylan McIlrath on board with the big club as extra options on the blue line.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins team Thursday Alexeyev (personal) was back with the Caps ahead of Thursday's clash with Montreal, Tarik El-Bashir of Monumental Sports Network reports.

Impact Alexeyev will slot into the lineup for Washington for the first time this season thanks to injuries to Matt Roy (lower body) and Jakob Chychrun (upper body). With both injured players still sporting non-contact jerseys at Thursday's game-day skate, the 24-year-old Alexeyev could be pressed into service for the Capitals' upcoming back-to-back versus Columbus and Carolina on Saturday and Sunday, respectively, as well.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for personal reasons Alexeyev was absent from Wednesday's practice session due to a personal matter, Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post reports.

Impact The 24-year-old would likely be in line to play Thursday against Montreal if Jakob Chychrun (upper body), who is considered day-to-day, is unable to suit up. However, it's not yet clear whether Alexeyev will be back with the team in time for Thursday's home game. Head coach Spencer Carbery also said Wednesday that Matt Roy (lower body) is "getting real close" to returning, but it's not yet clear who would enter the lineup if both Chychrun and Alexeyev are unavailable.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 6 • JAPERSRINK.COM

Lends assist Sunday Alexeyev recorded an assist and two hits in Sunday's 4-2 loss to the Rangers in Game 4.

Impact Alexeyev set up a Hendrix Lapierre goal in the second period. The helper ended Alexeyev's 19-game point drought, though it was encouraging to see him in the lineup regularly down the stretch. The 24-year-old blueliner had just three points with 48 hits, 59 blocked shots and a minus-8 rating over 39 regular-season contests. Alexeyev is under contract for 2024-25, so he'll have a chance to compete for a bottom-four role with the Capitals in training camp.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Deals helper in win Alexeyev notched an assist in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Canucks.

Impact Alexeyev has two helpers over his last five outings. The 24-year-old defenseman saw just 10:16 of ice time Saturday, his lowest total since November. He remains in the mix for third-pairing minutes, sharing a spot in the lineup with Ethan Bear. Alexeyev has a meager three points with 10 shots on net, 38 blocked shots, 20 hits and a minus-5 rating over 23 appearances.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Bags apple Alexyev tallied an assist and blocked three shots while logging 15:14 of ice time during Thursday's 6-0 win over the Penguins.

Impact Alexeyev made a pinpoint pass to a wide open Sonny Milano to end a nine-game point drought dating back to Nov. 24. With Joel Edmundson having been traded to Toronto, the 24-year-old should have less trouble getting ice time in the home stretch of the season, but the presence of Ethan Bear could prevent him from garnering a regular role which limits his fantasy appeal.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Pots first goal Alexeyev tallied a goal and added two shots while logging 10:55 of ice time in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime win against the Sabres.

Impact The goal marks the first of Alexeyev's NHL career - not to mention his first point of the season. The 24-year-old has struggled to garner a consistent role and has been competing with Lucas Johansen and Hardy Haman-Aktell for playing time as the Capitals have dealt with various injuries to their defense corps. With Joel Edmundson now back in the fold after missing the first month of the season and Martin Fehervary (lower body) nearing a return, it's unlikely Alexeyev will get the regular playing time he needs to deliver much in the way of dividends for fantasy managers.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inks extension Alexeyev signed a two-year, $1.65 million extension with the Capitals on Monday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Alexeyev tallied five assists while averaging 16:27 of ice time through 32 games as a rookie with Washington this season. The 23-year-old was a first-round pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft and should have a full-time role at the NHL level during the 2023-24 campaign.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Snags helper in loss Alexeyev recorded an assist in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Blues.

Impact Defenseman Nick Jensen has an upper-body injury that caused him to miss the most recent contest, and that has opened up additional opportunities for Alexeyev, whom the Capitals drafted 31st overall in 2018. Alexeyev has five assists accounting for his point total through 20 contests. He's bound to go through his share of growing pains in the NHL, but the big defender at 6-foot-4, 213 pounds has a bright future, and he'll be a physical force for a Capitals blue line forming a new identity following the trade of Dmitry Orlov to the Bruins.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Capitals' Alexander Alexeyev Sets Up Martin Fehervary For Nice Backdoor One-Timer vs. Blues

MARCH 18, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Suiting up for practice Monday Alexeyev (undisclosed) will take part in Monday's practice, Samantha Pell of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Alexeyev had yet to participate in Phase 3 training camp, and though he is not expected to participate in scrimmage drills, he will at least return to the ice. The 20-year-old has a bright NHL future as he develops but is not expected to garner significant playing time in the postseason.

JULY 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice again Alexeyev missed his second day of practice Tuesday, Mike Vogel of the Capitals' official site reports.

Impact Alexeyev was named to the training camp roster but has yet to get onto the ice for the club. Even once given the all-clear, the blueliner is a long shot to appear in any games during the postseason, which makes him a non-factor in fantasy contests.

JULY 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up for Phase 3 Alexeyev was added to the Phase 3 training camp roster Sunday.

Impact Alexeyev managed three goals and 21 points in 58 games during his inaugural pro season with AHL Hershey. The 20-year-old owns excellent NHL upside and could be a reliable defenseman for the Capitals as he continues to develop. The 31st overall selection from the 2018 NHL Entry Draft could see some playing time during Washington's playoff run, but he is not likely to see a regular role in the NHL for another season or two.

JULY 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE