Of Washington capitals Restricted free agent refuses to provide goalkeeper. Ilya Samsonov Eligible supply on Monday as an unlimited free agent who can sign anywhere in the NHL.

It was a shock move from the capital, which said last week that general manager Brian McLean Samsonov would be eligible.

The decision means that the capitals did not have both goalkeepers last season. Samsonov, 25, played 44 games, 23-12-5 in .896 percentage points. Vitek Vanesek Played 42 games, going 20-12-6 with a .908 saving percentage. The capitals are home to Vanessa, the capital The Devils of New Jersey Last Friday for draft elections.

“We were trying to change our goal a little bit,” said McLelan after agreeing with New Jersey. “It’s the first step to do that. We still have some work and more decisions to make.”

Asked if he was looking for a goalkeeper to start ahead of Samsonov – the team lost in the first round last season. Florida Panthers – Just say, “We are open to all roads.”

Samsonov was disqualified because he had the right to arbitration and could receive a $ 3 million return on his future salary. Given his performances last season, he did not feel valued by the capitals.

Samsonov could re-sign with Washington when the free agent’s signature begins on Wednesday. But both goalkeepers are expected to grow beyond their wages. Colorado hurricane Goalkeeper Darcy KuemperA new Stanley Cup victory could lead to the capital later this week.