Leonard (upper body) was moved to injured reserve Sunday.
Washington recalled Bogdan Trineyev from AHL Hershey in a corresponding move. Leonard will be out for an extended period of time, according to Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post, but it's unclear when he will be ready to return to the lineup. Leonard has contributed seven goals, 18 points, 61 shots on net and 43 hits across 29 appearances this season.
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Capitals' Ryan Leonard: Not available for Sunday
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Leonard (upper body) has been ruled out for Sunday's tilt against Columbus, Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post reports Saturday.
Leonard absorbed a big hit from Jacob Trouba in the first period Friday and did not return. Head coach Spencer Carbery said after the game that Leonard was going to be out, but he did not provide a timeline for his return. Leonard has seven goals and 18 points in 29 games, including two goals and five helpers in four games before the injury. Sonny Milano could draw into the lineup Sunday in place of Leonard.
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Capitals' Ryan Leonard: Sustains upper-body injury
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Leonard (upper body) won't finish Friday's game versus the Ducks.
Leonard was rocked on a heavy hit by Jacob Trouba in the first period and was unable to return from it. Losing Leonard for any length of time could be troublesome for the Capitals' depth, as he was rounding into form with eight points over six games prior to Friday. Sonny Milano is the extra forward on the roster, but the Capitals could dip into their depth at AHL Hershey if Leonard ends up missing an extended length of time.
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Capitals' Ryan Leonard: Racks up four points in blowout win
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Leonard scored twice on six shots, added two assists, logged two hits and went plus-3 in Wednesdays' 7-1 win over the Sharks.
Leonard was involved in four of the Capitals' last five goals. He had gone seven games without scoring, though he had four assists in five outings before the best game of his young career Wednesday. Overall, the 20-year-old rookie is up to seven goals, 18 points, 60 shots on net, 43 hits, 12 PIM and a plus-7 rating across 28 appearances. That kind of production should have a home in most fantasy formats.
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Capitals' Ryan Leonard: Buries second goal
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Leonard scored a power-play goal on three shots and delivered four hits during his 14:04 of ice time in Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Canucks.
The rookie buried his second goal of the season on the power play Sunday, kickstarting a crazy Capitals comeback attempt that came up just a goal short. Leonard is averaging just 12:24 of ice time so far this season, but that includes time on the team's second power play unit. Washington sports a deep group of forwards that may make it tough to find a promotion to the top six anytime soon, despite the 20-year-old's promising talent.
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Capitals' Ryan Leonard: Earns first playoff point
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Leonard provided an assist and three shots on goal in Wednesday's 3-1 win over the Canadiens in Game 2.
Leonard has stayed in the Capitals' lineup since April 1 after signing his entry-level deal a day earlier. The 20-year-old is in a bottom-six role during the playoffs, though he's also involved on the power play. He has a helper, four shots, three hits and a plus-1 rating through two playoff outings. While he has a bright future ahead, his role is likely to be limited this postseason as he continues to adjust to the NHL.
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Capitals' Ryan Leonard: Signs entry-level contract
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Leonard signed a three-year, entry-level contract with Washington on Monday.
Leonard produced 30 goals and 49 points in 37 games with Boston College during his sophomore season in 2024-25. He captained Team USA to a gold medal at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship, posting five goals and 10 points in seven games en route to being named the tournament MVP. The Capitals selected the 20-year-old forward with the No. 8 pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. Leonard could make his Washington debut versus Boston on Tuesday.
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Capitals' Ryan Leonard: Headed to World Championship
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Leonard will represent Team USA at the 2024 IIHF World Championship, Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post reports.
Leonard is coming off a tremendous freshman campaign with Boston College in which he tallied 31 goals and 60 points in 41 games. The 19-year-old winger has committed to returning to the NCAA ranks for the 2024-25 season, but his all-around game projects well at the NHL level whenever he decides to turn pro.
