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Podcast: Locked On Capitals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Capitals
Episode: Capitals Overpay or Steal? The Truth Behind the Sourdif Trade with Florida
Description: The Washington Capitals made their first offseason splash ahead of the 2025 NHL Draft by acquiring 23-year-old forward Justin Sourdif from the Florida Panthers in exchange for a 2026 second-round pick and a 2027 sixth-rounder. Sourdif, a restricted free agent, has limited NHL experience but posted strong numbers in the AHL with Charlotte, including 34 points in 43 games last season and 10 points in the playoffs. With Florida’s roster depth and pending free agents like Sam Bennett and Brad Marchand, Sourdif likely faced a tough path to NHL minutes — and the Panthers opted to get assets rather than risk losing him on waivers.