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When the Washington Capitals acquired defenseman Rasmus Sandin from the Toronto Maple Leafs at the 2023 trade deadline, they did so anticipating that the 23-year old would play a significant role on the blueline in the then-absence of John Carlson and after his return.
Through his first 13 games in a Washington sweater, Sandin is making good on the potential General Manager Brian MacLellan expressed in him and that made him a first-round pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft.
Sandin recorded an assist on Craig Smith’s goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night, marking his 13th point in 13 games as a Capital.
Rasmus Sandin was credited with the secondary assist on Smith’s goal. Sandin has recorded 13 points (1g, 12a) in 13 games with Washington since making his team debut on March 4.
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In that same span, Sandin ranks behind only Dylan Strom and Alex Ovechkin team scoring.
Since March 4, Sandin’s 13 points rank third on Washington (Dylan Strome: 17p; Alex Ovechkin: 15p).
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On the season, Sandin has a total of five goals and 33 Points in 65 Games Played with Toronto and Washington.