Capitals' Gabriel Carlsson: Heads back to minors

Carlsson was returned to AHL Hershey on Thursday.

Carlsson has two assists in six appearances with Washington this season. The 26-year-old defenseman also has a goal and 13 points in 47 contests with Hershey in 2022-23. His demotion corresponds with the expected return of John Carlson (fractured skull) for Thursday's game against Chicago.