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Capitals Sign Rising Star Ryan Chesley to Three-Year Deal

5/17/2025

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Ryan Chesley, a promising 21-year-old defenseman, has inked a three-year entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals, set to kick off in the 2025-26 season. With an annual average of $923,333, this former 37th overall draft pick from 2022 has already made waves, netting three points in just four AHL games with the Hershey Bears after a stellar stint at the University of Minnesota.

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Ryan Chesley, a promising 21-year-old defenseman, has inked a three-year entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals, set to kick off in the 2025-26 season. With an annual average of $923,333, this former 37th overall draft pick from 2022 has already made waves, netting three points in just four AHL games with the Hershey Bears after a stellar stint at the University of Minnesota.