Jakub Vrana

Red Wings’ Vrana reinstated by NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program

Vrana is now available to rejoin the Detroit Red Wings as he enters follow-up care.

Red Wings' Vrana placed in NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program

Vrana will be away from the team while taking part in the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program.

Red Wings agree to 3-year deal with Jakub Vrana

The Detroit Red Wings and winger Jakub Vrana agreed to a three-year contract worth $5.25 million per season, avoiding arbitration.

Capitals re-sign winger Jakub Vrana in 2-year deal

The Washington Capitals took care of their biggest remaining off-season priority Tuesday by re-signing winger Jakub Vrana to a $6.7 million, two-year contract.

Caps players share memories, tattoo, and a laugh at Vrana's expense

Getting your name etched on the Stanley Cup is no easy task. Getting that moment engraved on your body proved to be at least as tough for a couple of Washington Capitals players.

'Saucer-eyed': Caps, others count on rookies in NHL playoffs

The 50 rookie skaters in these playoffs are the most since teams used 54 in 2005-06. That could be a reflection of teams having greater trust in young players arriving from junior hockey or college, or the need to stock rosters with cheap talent as a greater percentage of the salary cap is devoted to the elite.