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Ryan Leonard to play 100th NHL game with Washington Capitals

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Washington Capitals forward Ryan Leonard is set to reach the 100-game milestone in his NHL career during Tuesday night’s matchup against the Ottawa Senators.

Through 99 games, the 21-year-old has recorded 57 points, consisting of 26 goals and 31 assists. He is the fifth player in Capitals history since 1990 to score at least 25 goals within his first 100 career games.

Leonard’s transition to the professional level was notably rapid. Following his final collegiate game with Boston College, he signed a professional contract and made his NHL debut against the Boston Bruins the very next day. Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery noted Leonard’s quick progression from a highly anticipated prospect to an established player, recalling the viral social media moments from Leonard’s arrival on the professional scene.

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Alex Ovechkin · Ottawa Senators · Ryan Leonard · Spencer Carbery · Washington Capitals

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Ryan Leonard Set to Reach 100-Game Milestone as Capitals Face Ottawa [heavy.com]
As Ryan Leonard approaches 100 NHL games, Spencer Carbery remembers how it all started: ‘Can’t forget Ovi taking him out with the boys’ [russianmachineneverbreaks.com]