The Washington Capitals could be looking to add a veteran presence in their quest for a Stanley Cup this season.
Head coach Barry Trotz was in Hershey to watch the Bears - Washington's AHL affiliate - over the weekend. He said Scott Gomez is "on the radar" Tuesday, according to NHL.com's Katie Brown.
Gomez is on a 25-game PTO with Hershey, so if the Caps don't sign him, another team could.
— Katie Brown (@katiebhockey) February 23, 2016
Gomez inked a professional tryout deal after a mutual agreement to terminate his contract with the St. Louis Blues earlier this season. He has been solid, recording four goals and 18 assists in 15 games for the Bears.
The 36-year-old had one goal and seven assists in 21 games with St. Louis.
Trotz also added that the team could look at reinforcing its depth, but "nothing crazy" is expected - not surprising considering Washington's current salary-cap situation.
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