The Washington Capitals, even though they're atop the Eastern Conference standings, made a number of moves prior the 3 p.m. ET Wednesday trade deadline.

First, they worked a deal with Carolina, acquiring forward Scott Walker for a 2010 seventh-round draft pick.



Walker, 36, has been with the Hurricanes for four seasons, but has just three goals and two assists in 32 games in an injury-limited season.

Walker, a 15-year NHL veteran, is scheduled to ...

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