Matthew Phillips, Hardy Haman Aktell step forward as Caps fall in Detroit
Briefly

In a reverse of Thursday's Capitals win over Detroit in Washington, the Red Wings' lineup Saturday was heavier on established NHL talent, so the final score wasn't a surprise. But as the Capitals head into the final week of training camp ahead of the Oct. 13 season opener against Pittsburgh, the competition for roster spots is intensifying.
In his second preseason game, the Capitals' Hardy Haman Aktell turned in a performance that demonstrates why he's an intriguing option among the defensemen competing to replace the injured Joel Edmundson. The 25-year-old signed in April, and he brings a notable skill set to North America after years of playing professionally in Sweden.
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