For the Washington Capitals, the window to win the franchise's first Stanley Cup with its current core certainly isn't getting any larger.
Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom, Mike Green and Brooks Laich are now all seasoned veterans, and though none of the Caps' best players (save for the potentially returning Mike Ribeiro) are all under the age of 30, there comes a time when one too many postseason disappointments leaves a permanent dent on a team's confidence.
Now, with a number of key players in search of new contracts, as well as a couple of glaring needs that that the organization will have to address, it will be an interesting summer for George McPhee and the rest of the Capitals' brain trust.
With that in mind, here's a look at the five biggest story lines to follow in the coming months.
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The 5 Biggest Storylines to Follow During the Washington Capitals’ Offseason
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