The Washington Capitals have made significant roster cuts, releasing 20 players including those placed on waivers. Notable cuts include left-wing Ilya Protas, who has been reassigned to the OHL’s Windsor Spitfires, and defenseman Vincent Iorio, loaned to the AHL’s Hershey Bears.

The Capitals' training camp roster now stands at 29 players, excluding Nicklas Backstrom and T.J. Oshie, who will be on long-term injured reserve. With two exhibition games left, the final roster must be submitted by October 7, ahead of the regular season opener against the New Jersey Devils on October 12.