Washington Capitals favorite tire changer might get a chance to play in the NHL again, according to reports around the organization.
Brooks, who the Caps sent off to Toronto after the 2015/16 season is not officially part of the roster. This summer, following his marriage to Julianne Hough, he was given a player tryout (PTO) with the Kings. The tryout expired 1 October with no offer of a contract.
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— Brooks Laich (@brookslaich) September 29, 2017
Now with Jeff Carter out with a lower-body injury- the door is open for someone to step in. Laich has been practicing with the Kings albeit without a contract, waiting his time out.
If it works out, it might only be a short-term opening. But who knows. We’re happy for him to be back in the game!!!