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Hurricanes top Capitals 3-2 in SO in a matchup of the top teams in the Eastern Conference standings

Brandon Bussi stopped all three shots in a shootout to lift the Carolina Hurricanes to a 3-2 victory over the Washington Capitals in a matchup of the top two teams in the Eastern C...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Finds twine in win Milano scored a goal and added two PIM in Wednesday's 7-1 win over the Sharks.

Impact Milano has done well for himself lately with three goals and two assists over nine consecutive games in the lineup. The 29-year-old might be at risk of being a healthy scratch once Justin Sourdif (lower body) is ready to play again, especially now that Nic Dowd has returned from an upper-body injury. On the year, Milano has four goals, two assists, 22 shots on net and a plus-2 rating through 17 appearances.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ovechkin scores twice as Capitals crush Sharks 7-1 for sixth straight win

Alex Ovechkin scores twice, reaching 911 career goals, as the Washington Capitals beat the San Jose Sharks 7-1

DECEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Two goals Thursday including winner Milano scored two goals, one on the game-winner, in Thursday's 8-4 victory over Montreal.

Impact The 29-year-old winger potted the Caps' fifth and eighth goals of the night, as he produced his first multi-goal performance since late in the 2023-24 regular season. Milano remains a talented enigma, delivering three goals for his only points in 10 games this season while mainly being stuck on the fourth line.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sonny Milano | Postgame | Washington Capitals Caps forward Sonny Milano talks to the media after an 8-4 win against the Montreal Canadiens

NOVEMBER 21 • NHL.COM

Ovechkin has 3 goals and an assist in Capitals' win to move into 10th place on NHL points list

Alex Ovechkin had his 33rd career hat trick and added an assist to move into 10th place on the NHL points list, helping the Washington Capitals beat Montreal 8-4 on Thursday night...

NOVEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Nets first goal Milano scored a goal in Saturday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Sabres.

Impact Milano's twine finder was his first score since the 2023-24 season. In doing so, he tied the game at three goals apiece to eventually force overtime. After missing the majority of last season with an upper-body injury, Milano's goal was a welcome sight for Capitals fans. In 2023-24, Milano posted 15 goals in 49 games, and if he can return to a fraction of that goal-scoring pace, he could earn more playing time moving forward.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Sabres beat Capitals 4-3 in shootout, Ovechkin stuck at 899

Bowen Byram scored the deciding goal in the shootout to give the Buffalo Sabres a 4-3 win over the Washington Capitals on Saturday night

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Good for Thursday Milano (upper body) will draw into the lineup for Thursday's preseason game against Boston.

Impact Milano had no points and four shots in three regular-season outings with Washington in 2024-25. Although he might make the Capitals' regular-season roster, Milano would probably spend the bulk of the campaign as a healthy scratch in that scenario.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Milano (upper body) will not be in action versus Columbus on Tuesday.

Impact Milano played in just three regular-season games for the Caps last year and a mere 49 contests the year before. As such, perhaps it's not surprising to see the 29-year-old winger once again dealing with an injury. With Milano entering the final year of his three-year deal signed back in February of 2023, he'll need to prove he can stay healthy for a full campaign if he wants to earn another NHL contract.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice Milano (upper body) didn't participate in Monday's practice, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Milano's injury isn't related to the one that limited him to three appearances last season, but the Capitals will probably be cautious with his recovery. If it's a minor issue, the 29-year-old forward could be back in the lineup at some point before the start of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Sonny Milano | September 23 | Washington Capitals Sonny Milano speaks after practice

SEPTEMBER 23 • NHL.COM

Sonny Milano | Postgame | Washington Capitals Sonny Milano speaks after game in Boston

SEPTEMBER 22 • NHL.COM

Milano Picks Up Two Goals, Assist In First, Up To 4 Points In First Capitals Game Since Nov. 6 Sonny Milano's return to the ice has been a long time coming for the Washington Capitals, and he wasted no time getting back in the rhythm.

SEPTEMBER 21 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Working with teammates Milano (upper body) participated in Monday's informal skate ahead of training camp, Tarik El-Bashir of Monumental Sports Network reports.

Impact Milano was expected to be ready in time for the start of training camp, and that certainly seems to be the case. Considering the 29-year-old winger has played in just 52 regular-season games over the last two years, fantasy players may want to take a cautious approach to utilizing him in season-long formats. Still, when healthy, Milano could push for a middle-six role while offering decent fantasy upside.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Friday Caps Clips Expectations for Sonny Milano come training camp, a look at potential Hall of Famers, another Bear heads to the KHL and more in today’s clip...

AUGUST 1 • JAPERSRINK.COM

Likely to be ready at training camp Milano (upper body) is feeling good and is expected to be ready for training camp in September, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports Saturday.

Impact Milano suffered the injury in early November and missed the remainder of the season. The 29-year-old played in only three regular-season games and was unable to hit the scoresheet. Milano suffered a "significant setback" in early March, but he seems to have recovered and is expected to challenge for a role as a bottom-six forward in training camp.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers setback in recovery General manager Chris Patrick said Friday that Milano (upper body) recently sustained a "significant setback" in his recovery, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Milano has been sidelined since early November due to his upper-body injury, and the Capitals are still working to determine the next steps in his recovery process following his setback. He had resumed skating in a non-contact sweater in mid-January, but it certainly seems possible that his setback could keep him sidelined for the remainder of the regular season.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Practices Wednesday Milano (upper body) took part in Wednesday's practice, though he was wearing a non-contact jersey, per Tom Gulitti of NHL.com.

Impact Milano shouldn't be expected to return to the Capitals' lineup until he starts taking contact, but he's making progress. He has no points, four shots and a hit in three appearances with Washington in 2024-25. Milano should be in the mix for a fourth-line spot once he's healthy.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Return not imminent Milano (upper body) is not expected back in the short term after head coach Spencer Carbery told reporters Friday, "It's still a ways away from him getting into games. He's been ou...

Impact Milano has been on the shelf since Nov. 6 versus the Predators, a stretch of 29 games out of the lineup. Even once cleared to return, Milano is far from a lock to play on a nightly basis and will likely need to compete with Jakub Vrana for a spot in the lineup. Given his uncertain return to action and inability to firmly cement himself in the lineup, fantasy players probably should be looking at alternative depth options.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in morning skate Milano (upper body) joined the Capitals for Wednesday's morning skate, though he didn't take contact, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Milano not being ready to take contact suggests he's still not close to returning, but this is still an important step in the right direction. The 28-year-old hasn't played since Nov. 6 because of the injury. When healthy, Milano will likely serve as a depth forward for Washington, shifting between the bottom six and press box.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Ovechkin skates before Capitals practice as he works to return from a broken leg

Alex Ovechkin skated by himself before Washington Capitals practice as he works to return from a broken leg

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • Associated Press

Moved to LTIR Milano (upper body) was shifted to long-term injured reserve Wednesday, Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Milano remains without a clear recovery timeline -- though this move will keep him out for at least the rest of November -- and the team could use the cap space now that Alex Ovechkin (lower leg) was placed on injured reserve. Even once cleared to play, the 28-year-old Milano was struggling to get into the lineup ahead of Jakub Vrana, so don't be surprised if Milano ends up on waivers or even in the minors later in the campaign.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Without clear timeline Milano (upper body) remains without a definitive recovery timeline, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports Wednesday.

Impact Head coach Spencer Carbery didn't have a real update on Milano, so at this point, the winger should probably be considered out indefinitely. Even once cleared to play, the New York native's path to minutes is going to be muddy, especially with the team acquiring Lars Eller from the Penguins on Tuesday. Don't be surprised if Milano ends up on waivers for the purpose of reassigning him to the minors once cleared to play.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on injured reserve Milano (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.

Impact Milano missed Friday's contest versus the Penguins. He has been a healthy scratch on nine occasions this season and has played in three games with nary a point. Jakub Vrana is expected to remain in the lineup with Milano out of action.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE