Capitals get D Hannan from Avs for F Fleischmann (AP)

Written on November 30, 2010 by Editor - Sports News

FILE - In this Feb. 12, 2010, file photo, Colorado Avalanche defenseman Scott Hannan, front, clears the puck from zone as Phoenix Coyotes left winger Daniel Winnik skates in during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Denver.  The Washington Capitals have added experience to their defense by acquiring Hannan in a trade on Tuesday, Nov. 30,2010, that sends forward Tomas Fleischmann to the Avalanche. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)AP - For years, Alex Ovechkin's Washington Capitals have won games by outscoring opponents, and general manager George McPhee wanted to add an experienced, stay-at-home blueliner to solidify the defense.



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