Lindgren took the ice for Washington’s morning skate Monday to a cacophony of stick taps and cheers from his Capitals teammates.

Charlie Lindgren wondered about his future with the Washington Capitals in late January when they signed the other half of their goaltending tandem, Logan Thompson, to a long-term contract. He wanted to stay with what he considers a home run organization.

The Capitals rewarded Lindgren's excellent season with a new contract. The team announced the signing of the veteran netminder to a new, three-year extension. The deal carries an