Capitals organization has goaltending logjam after acquiring Jesper Vikman
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Key Points:
- The Washington Capitals traded Nic Dowd to the Vegas Golden Knights, receiving Swedish goaltender Jesper Vikman in return, who has yet to post a save percentage above .900 in the AHL.
- Vikman was loaned to the Hershey Bears, creating a crowded goaltending roster alongside Clay Stevenson, Garin Bjorklund, and Mitch Gibson, with Gibson currently injured but expected to travel soon.
- The Capitals' crowded goalie situation, including a full roster at their ECHL affiliate, suggests they may look to trade goaltender Charlie Lindgren, who has seen reduced playing time despite a recent contract extension.
- Lindgren, 32, has struggled with consistency this season and lost his starting role
