Washington Capitals Add Goaltending Depth

The Washington Capitals have come to terms with veteran goaltender Craig Anderson on a one-year deal worth $700,000.

The #Caps have signed free agent goaltender Craig Anderson to a one-year contract for $700,000. He was placed on waivers moments ago, at noon on Wednesday. Should he clear waivers at noon on Thursday, he is expected to join the team's taxi squad.
— Mike Vogel (@VogsCaps) January 13, 2021

While some aren't surprised the team went out and signed a veteran with Braden Holtby leaving for Vancouver, it is a bit of a surprise he's on the Capitals' taxi-squad. This also isn't a given either. As we saw yesterday, a number of goalies were claimed on waivers and Anderson certainly could be snagged up.

Look for the Edmonton Oilers, New Jersey Devils, and Colorado Avalanche to take a peek Anderson's way and we'll have to wait until Thursday at noon to find out.

As for the Capitals, here's how their roster shapes up for opening night:

The Squad is Set.

Full Details: https://t.co/vebV3PHoQ6 #ALLCAPS | @CapitalOne pic.twitter.com/mxnz0iTRMN
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) January 13, 2021