# Ethen Frank's HUGE EXPECTATIONS: Capitals Speedster Faces Make-or-Break 2026-27 Roster Battle

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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: 2026-07-28T16:18:49+00:00
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## Resource

Ethen Frank changed the conversation in Washington. The undrafted forward went from a Hershey success story to a legitimate NHL contributor, finishing the 2025-26 season with 12 goals, 24 points, elite speed, and one of the most impressive breakout performances on the Capitals roster.

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