ARLINGTON, V.A. — Charlie Lindgren believes he can give more to the Washington Capitals.
Last year wasn't what the netminder wanted, not just from an individual standpoint but a collective one. His numbers dipped and the team failed to qualify for the postseason, and while he isn't one to make excuses, the majority of his starts came on the second half of back-to-backs behind a fatigued Washington squad.
As a result, he put more work in this offseason to try and get his game back to where he wants it to be, as he emphasized post play, rush scenarios and more while continuing to push his limits.
Now back in the District, he's feeling rejuvenated as he navigates what's become a pivotal training camp for the 32-year-old.
"We had a long offseason and long summer, so I took some time and then hit the ground running probably in early June," Lindgren said, adding, (I worked on) fine-tuning all parts of my game. Worked really hard, worked smart... I feel really good about where I'm at."
With camp winding down in a week and the regular season right around the corner, he Capitals face questions in the crease, as rising prospect Clay Stevenson, who had a .921 save percentage in four games up ...