Capitals Re-Sign Marcus Johansson

The Washington Capitals re-signed center/winger Marcus Johansson to a one-year deal worth $3.75 million.

The deal came after Johansson and the Capitals went through an arbitration hearing Wednesday and Johansson was awarded the contract Friday night.

The 24 year-old Landskrona, Sweden native set career highs in goals (20), points (47), shots (138) and games played (82) in 2014-2015.

In 345 career NHL games with the Capitals, Johansson has recorded 61 goals, 125 assists, for 186 points. In 44 playoff games he has recorded five goals and 10 assists for 15 points.