# WAIVERS SHOCK: Washington Capitals Face Critical Decision as Clay Stevenson Risks Getting CLAIMED

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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: 2026-09-25T03:30:00+00:00
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Washington Capitals face a tricky goaltending dilemma as waiver-eligible Clay Stevenson emerges as a serious contender for Logan Thompson’s backup spot. With three goalies—Thompson, Stevenson, and Charlie Lindgren—vying for just two roster positions, GM Chris Patrick must weigh the risk of losing Stevenson on waivers against sacrificing roster flexibility all season. Which goalie will be squeezed out, and could a trade be looming for Lindgren after a rocky season?

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