NHL.com is providing in-depth roster, prospect and fantasy analysis for each of its 32 teams from Aug. 1-Sept. 1. Today, the top five prospects for the Washington Capitals, according to NHL.com.

1. Ryan Leonard , F

How acquired: Selected with No. 8 pick in 2023 NHL Draft

2024-25 season: Washington (NHL): 9 GP, 1-0-1; Boston College (NCAA): 37 GP, 30-19-49

One of three finalists for the Hobey Baker Award, given to the top NCAA men's ice hockey player, as a sophomore at Boston College last season, Leonard stepped directly into the Capitals lineup after signing his entry-level contract March 31. Though the 20-year-old didn't produce much offensively, he'll benefit from the experience, including eight Stanley Cup Playoff games (one assist). Leonard (6-foot, 192 pounds) will get a chanc

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