DIRTY: Washington Capitals' Ryan Leonard Targeted—Why This "Clean Hit" Should OUTRAGE NHL Fans

<p>Washington Capitals reeling after Ryan Leonard’s injury and NHL’s “clean hit” ruling—could heightened tensions spark retribution when the Capitals face the Anaheim Ducks? Logan Thompson’s spectacular shutout performance has him surging into the Vezina Trophy conversation, fueling optimism about the Caps’ playoff ambitions.</p><p>DAN HOLMI breaks down the fallout from Jacob Truba’s controversial hit and analyzes Ryan Leonard’s projected recovery timeline. Hear insights on how Tom Wilson and Dylan McIlrath might respond to the Ducks, Spencer Carbery’s defensive system, and how Thompson is quietly building a Hall-of-Fame resume. Key topics include the Capitals’ evolving goaltending situation, defensive improvements, January’s must-watch rematch with Anaheim, and playoff race scenarios.</p><p>Is Thompson the missing piece for Washington’s resurgence? Will the league’s rulebook or locker room justice shape this season’s narrative? Don’t miss this critical look at the Capitals’ pivotal mo...