July 2, 2009
By BOB FLOUNDERS, Of The Patriot-News
The Washington Capitals made qualifying offers to three members of the
Hershey Bears' Calder Cup championship squad and cut ties with two other Bears.
Forwards Chris Bourque, Steve Pinizzotto and Kyle Wilson received offers from Washington, meaning the Capitals retain their rights for the 2009-10 season. The three players are restricted free agents. They can negotiate with other teams but Washington is permitted to match any offer and would receive compensation if the players signed elsewhere.
Forward Andrew Joudrey and backup goalie Daren Machesney, also a part of the Bears' championship run, did not receive qualifying offers. They become unrestricted free agents tomorrow.
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