Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 5:50pm

CAPS DEAL BOUCHARD FOR KUNDRATEK

The Washington Capitals acquired defenseman Tomas Kundratek from the New York Rangers for winger Francois Bouchard.

What does it give the Washington Capitals
Kundratek is a bit of a project defenseman. The Czech blueliner has plenty of all-around upside, but the 21-year-old is still far from a finished product. Still, he's a good gamble for the Caps at this time.

What does it give the New York Rangers
Bouchard was a tremendous scorer in junior hockey but that hasn't totally translated to the pro ranks (yet). Maybe a change of scenery will serve him well. The Rangers need more overall scoring, so this may help.

Fantasy impact

Player focus

New York Rangers

Francois Bouchard RW

Washington Capitals

Tomas Kundratek D