The Capitals want to get younger and faster. They need to do that on defense as well. I think that next year is the perfect time for Lucas Johansen. He's had some issues with injury but if the Capitals want to get younger next year is the perfect time.

Johansen has the potential to be an effective two-way defender in the NHL, playing on both the powerplay and the penalty kill. With his size, it would be nice to see him play a meaner and more physical game.

Johansen defends the rush well by keeping defenders in front of him, and forcing them to the outside. He has a quick stick, and poke checks the puck away from attackers. 

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