The Washington Capitals are proud to announce that they have come to terms with their 2005 1st Round Draft Pick (#1 overall), Sidney Crosby. Negotiations with Mr. Crosby and his agent went very smoothly as the Capitals feel they made a more than fair offer. Mr. Crosby will make the league maximum ($850k) for his first three years as a pro. The most enticing part of the contract offer was the $5 million dollar signing bonus.
But enough of the financial details, let's talk hockey! Sidney spent the last two years with the Rimouski Oceanic of the QMJHL. In 2003-2004, Sidney scored 54 goals, 81 assists for 135 points in 59 games. If you think that was a lot of points, Sidney bettered himself in 2004-2005. In 62 games, he accumulated 66 goals and 102 assists for 168 points. The 18 year old Crosby is expected to step right into the Capitals lineup and provide a major offensive boost. Unfortunately, due to the way the season went last year, we have not been able to surround Mr. Crosby with better talent, but the organization is prepared to build around the young superstar.
The team played the New York Rangers last night and now have four days off before they travel to Tampa Bay. This should be the first appearance for "The Kid." The four day break will give him time to meet and adjust to his new teammmates.
This is a memorable day for the Capitals organization as the building blocks are beginning to fall into place for the new era of Capitals Hockey!!!!!!!!!!!