Capitals Sign 3 for Juniors

The Washington Capitals signed three young players today to help fill the Junior roster. Joining the organization are LW Mikhail Kuleshov, G Marc Kielkucki, and D Henrik Tallinder.

Kuleshov, 23, is a speedy winger with good strength, excellent durability, and slikc skating skills. He also has good offensive upside. Kuleshov was born in Perm, Russia and is a product of the Cherepovets Severstal team there. He should battle for a top six forward place with the Junior Capitals.

Kielkucki, 25, is an average goaltender who will likely see little time on the ice. Marc was born in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota and is a graduate of the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Tallinder, 25, is a very strong and physical defender with good endurance. He'll be counted on for his play on the defensive end. Henrik was born in Stockholm Sweden and developed at AIK Solna in the Swedish Elite League. He also spent one season with TPS Turko in Finland.

The three additions help the Junior Capitals with some skill and add depth to the squad before this weekend's entry draft. Washington will make eight picks in the draft, including two second rounders and a compensatory pick at the conclusion of the second round. The club will also pick twice in the third and fifth rounds, and once in the fourth round.