The Capitals have signed free-agent goalie Tomas Vokoun to a one-year contract worth $1.5 million.
The move was somewhat of a surprise, but Vokoun adds veteran insurance to a goalie situation that is focused on youngsters Michal Neuvirth and Braden Holtby.
Vokoun thought he would be a bigger catch on the free agent market. The two-time All-Star is tied for the best save percentage (.922) in the NHL since the 2005-06 season.
"Honestly I didn't have a whole lot of offers," Vokoun said Sunday. "The money side, it's not great, but the opportunity is unbelievable. Obviously it was a disappointing day for me, July 1. For whatever reason, I was basically in the bad spot and Washington came in."
Capitals Sign Vokoun To $1.5M Deal