Ethen Frank Recalled by Capitals for NHL Debut
Today marks an exciting milestone for the Washington Capitals and forward Ethen Frank, as the 26-year-old Nebraska native is set to make his NHL debut against the Montreal Canadiens. The Capitals announced Frank’s recall from the Hershey Bears, their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, where Frank has been a standout performer. To accommodate the move, Ivan Miroshnichenko, a promising young talent, has been loaned back to Hershey to continue his development.
Frank’s journey to the NHL has been remarkable. Over the last few years, he has solidified his reputation as one of the AHL’s premier goal scorers. This season alone, Frank has tallied 20 goals and 8 assists in just 35 games, earning him a spot in the Atlantic Division roster for the 2025 AHL All-Star Classic. These achievements follow a stellar 2023-24 season where he played a pivotal role in Hershey's back-to-back Calder Cup championships. Frank’s ability to perform under pressure was evident as he led all skaters in goals during the 2024 Calder Cup Playoffs, further cementing his status as a key player.
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His ascent to the NHL is no surprise to those who have followed his career since his college days at Western Michigan University. There, Frank showcased his scoring prowess, leading the NCAA in goals during his senior season and earning accolades such as the NCHC First All-Star Team selection. Transitioning to professional hockey, he continued to impress, earning AHL All-Star honors in each of his three seasons.
Frank’s debut is eagerly anticipated, with Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery confirming he’ll start on the third line alongside Lars Eller and Taylor Raddysh. His exceptional goal-scoring ability and consistency make him a valuable addition to the roster as the Capitals push through the season.
While Frank takes this significant step forward, Miroshnichenko returns to Hershey with an opportunity to further refine his game. The young Russian winger, selected in the first round of the 2022 NHL Draft, has shown flashes of brilliance but struggled for consistent playing time in the NHL this season.
Ethen Frank’s call-up is not just a testament to his hard work and talent but also a thrilling chapter for Capitals fans as they witness another promising player make his mark in the league. Keep an eye on Frank tonight as he begins his NHL journey.
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