# DRAFT STEAL: Washington Capitals Weigh Ryan Lin Pick—Elite Defenseman TARGETED at #16 Slot

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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: 2026-05-11T02:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Washington Capitals weigh a pivotal draft decision: could Vancouver Giants’ Ryan Lin be the right shot defenseman to reshape the team’s future? With two first-round picks in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Capitals face a rare opportunity to fill critical gaps on defense and at center, while national outlets like The Athletic and Hockey News spotlight Lin as the ideal pick at 16.

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