The Washington Capitals were trying to build a contender heading into the 2015-16 season and were hoping to push for their first Stanley Cup in franchise history. They had ended the season with 101 points finishing with a 45-26-11 record. They were led by none other than their star winger Alex Ovechkin, who ended the
2015 NHL Draft
On June 26, 2015, the NHL Entry Draft began at the BB&T Center in Paradise, Florida, with the selection of Connor McDavid, a highly-touted prospect, chosen first overall by the Edmonton Oilers. That draft was arguably one of the deepest in recent memory. Related: 2015 NHL Draft Top 10: Where Are They Now? All of