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Capitals' Persistence Pays Off: Desharnais Signs After Failed Deadline Bid
The Washington Capitals couldn't pry Vincent Desharnais loose at the trade deadline, but they've accomplished their goal anyway by signing him as a free agent. This is a case study in how front offices sometimes get a second chance at their targets when the market resets in the offseason. The Capitals clearly saw something in Desharnais worth pursuing twice, and now they've finally landed their man without having to part with assets.
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