Capitals Secure Wyatt Bongiovanni in Trade with Ottawa Senators

The Washington Capitals have secured forward Wyatt Bongiovanni in a trade with the Ottawa Senators. The deal also involves sending forward Graeme Clarke to Ottawa. This announcement was made by Chris Patrick, senior vice president and general manager.

Details of Wyatt Bongiovanni’s Performance

Wyatt Bongiovanni, age 26, has been performing well with the Belleville Senators in the AHL. He has accumulated 25 points this season, including 12 goals and 13 assists across 54 games. Bongiovanni is particularly noted for his contributions on the power play, where he tied for second on his team with two power-play goals.

• Goals: 12
• Assists: 13
• Games Played: 54

During the 2024-25 season, Bongiovanni reached career highs with 22 goals and 33 points in the AHL. His game-winning capabilities were highlighted as he led the Senators with five game-winning goals. Bongiovanni also ranked second in power-play goals with eight.

Background and AHL Career

Before joining the Senators, Bongiovanni signed with the Winnipeg Jets on April 17, 2022, after finishing his collegiate career at Quinnipiac University. In his four seasons with the Bobcats, he achieved 90 points, scoring 50 goals and providing 40 assists in 123 games. Bongiovanni was the team captain during his final season in 2021-22.

Throughout his professional career in the AHL, Bongiovanni has played in 215 games across Belleville and Manitoba, boasting a total of 101 points, including 63 goals and 38 assists. He has also competed in 12 Calder Cup playoff games, registering seven points, with three goals and four assists.

Graeme Clarke’s Career Highlights

In exchange for Bongiovanni, the Capitals traded Graeme Clarke, who has recorded 24 points this season, with 15 goals and 9 assists in 50 games for the Hershey Bears.

• Goals: 15
• Assists: 9
• Games Played: 50

Clarke, 24, has gathered a total of 210 points in his AHL career, counting 99 goals and 111 assists over 332 games played for teams including Hershey, Iowa, Utica, and Binghamton.

This trade marks a significant move for both teams as they continue to shape their rosters for the upcoming season.