ARLINGTON, VA.- Washington Capitals coach Bruce Budreau (right) says times sure have changed. Back in the day he says, July 7, meant the middle of drinking season. Sure the Caps bench boss said it with a chuckle, but his point was understood. Things are different in 2008 and coaching hockey is now a 12-month operation, with maybe one week for an off-season.
The NHL's Coach of the Year was in fact back on the ice today, running two practices for Washington's top prospects at the Kettler Capitals Iceplex.
The Capitals Development Camp kicked off today and runs through Saturday when the team will hold its Summer Fan Fest. All practices this week are free and open to the public.
Among the top-rated prospects on hand this week are Washington's past four first-round picks. Karl Alzner ('07) is coming off his best season of Canadian Junior hockey where he was named the Canadian Hockey League's Defenseman of the Year. Alzner also won a gold medal as a member of Canada's World Junior team last Christmas. The Caps' first-round pick at this year's draft, John Carlson, is also taking part in this week's camp.
More details plus comments from players and coaches will be made available on the WTOP Sports Blog throughout the week.
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