# Did the Capitals Make a $3 Million Mistake? Why Washington Kept Charlie Lindgren | Logan Thompson News

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Podcast: [Locked On Capitals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Capitals](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-capitals-daily-podcast-on-the-washington-capitals-648397)
Published: 2026-07-10T15:07:01+00:00
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The Washington Capitals shocked many fans by keeping Charlie Lindgren despite offseason trade speculation. According to recent reports, the organization believes Lindgren is a critical part of Logan Thompson's success—but is that enough to justify paying $3 million for a backup goalie coming off a down season?

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