Capitals eye defensive shakeup as Hutson poised to join NHL lineup

With the March 6 trade deadline near, the Washington Capitals reportedly plan to move on from veteran defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk, potentially paving the way for top prospect Cole Hutson to join the NHL roster as soon as mid-March; Hutson could arrive from Boston University to bolster the defense, while TVR’s $3 million cap hit and looming free agency factor into the decision.