He already underwent the hip resurfacing (like Backstrom and Kane), and his eye injury was so bad, they nearly removed it. Right now, he can't dilate the eye.
He only skated 1 day in April, picture day for the Caps.
The guy is an absolute fitness freak (just remembering his stadium stair run habit), but both are too much for a player who will be 35 in August. Would welcome him with open arms in player development.
More info on his injuries:
Amidst the Capitals' rash of injuries this season, it would be easy to forget about Carl Hagelin, who has been out of…
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