What Happened
The Washington Capitals have placed Sonny Milano on waivers as of 1:00 PM Central today, according to Tom Gulitti of NHL.com. This move is intended to create an open roster spot for Connor McMichael, who is expected to be activated from injured reserve. Milano, who has struggled with injuries, has been designated as a non-roster player until he is either assigned to AHL Hershey or claimed by another NHL team.
Why It Matters
Milano, 29, initially signed a league-minimum deal with the Capitals at the start of the 2022-23 season after being non-tendered by the Anaheim Ducks. He had a successful stint, scoring 11 goals and 33 points in 64 games, which led to a three-year, $5.7 million extension. However, his performance has declined due to injuries, and he has only averaged 8:53 of ice time per game this season, resulting in four goals and eight points over 31 games.
What’s Next
If Milano clears waivers, he is expected to be reassigned to AHL Hershey, marking his first AHL action since his brief stint with the team in 2022. Given his $1.9 million cap hit, there may be interest from other teams if he does not clear waivers. His future in the NHL remains uncertain as he seeks to regain his form.
