Mike Richards is preparing for another season in the NHL.

The 31-year-old forward, who appeared in 39 regular-season games and 12 playoff contests with the Washington Capitals in 2015-16, is hoping to draw interest from suitors now that the first waves of free-agent signings have died down.

"Not much right now just training, trying to get ready for the season. Not sure where it's going to be yet, but hopefully get some traction in the next couple of weeks," the unrestricted free agent told Ryan Young of Kenora Online.

"I plan to play hockey next year. So, it will just be what is the best fit for me."

Richards scored two goals and added three assists in those 39 games for Washington, but was held without a point in the postseason. His plan for 2016-17 is to get things rolling as soon as training camp begins.

"It was a little bit of an up-and-down season," he said. "I probably expected it to go a little more offensively, but it's not easy to just jump in midseason. Live and learn and hopefully I can get a full season under my belt this year."

Richards likely won't return Washington, with winger Brett Connolly having already scooped his jersey No. 10 after signing with the Capitals.

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