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Washington Capitals General Manager Brian MacLellan held a Q and A this morning with local media. Some of the highlights are presented herein.

As per Isabelle Khurshudyan of the Washington Post, MacLellan said they’re “going for it” this year and next year. After that, the team will need to evaluate. It’s a two-year window.  With regards to Brooks Laich, MacLellan said he’s been a “good soldier” and loyal. But said it’s a business, too. MacLellan basically said Scott Gomez isn’t in the picture for the Caps. MacLellan said nothing drastic will happen before Monday (trade deadline). He’s happy with the top-nine forwards.

MacLellan on needing to clear cap room to activate Beagle: “Trade deadline is at 3 on Monday, and we should have it all worked out by then.”

— Isabelle Khurshudyan (@ikhurshudyan) February 25, 2016

On Galiev: MacLellan said they’re afraid they’d lose him if he went on waivers. Said they’re not ready to cut the cord with him.

— Isabelle Khurshudyan (@ikhurshudyan) February 25, 2016

As per Chuck Gormley of CSN, MacLellan was very complimentary of soon to be UFA Jason Chimera (17 goals) and RFA Marcus Johansson, but no talks are under way.

Takeaway from media sit-down with Caps GM Brian MacLellan: ‘We could be done. And I’m OK with that.’ #CapitalsTalk

— Chuck Gormley (@ChuckGormleyCSN) February 25, 2016

You can read more about MacLellan’s press conference in the Washington Post story:
Capitals GM says team is looking for depth instead of making a splash