Ryan Leonard, at 20 years old, transitioned directly from college to the NHL, playing for the Washington Capitals during their playoff push. Despite registering only one assist in eight playoff games, coaching staff believe this experience will benefit him significantly moving forward. His presence on the ice helped the Capitals excel statistically in various metrics during the playoffs, indicating his potential impact. As he prepares for the upcoming NHL training camp, expectations are high for his development into a key player for the Capitals in the 2025-26 season.
"I think the benefit of him playing at the end of the season and then into the playoffs [is that] he now has a crystal clear vision of what it feels like to play in the most difficult times of the year."
"While Leonard didn't have much personal success on the scoresheet, the Capitals dominated five-on-five play during his playoff shifts."
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