Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun (rest) will return to the lineup on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Chychrun is not in the lineup versus the Islanders on Tuesday, Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post reports. No reason was provided for Chychrun's absence, but it's safe to assume this is a rest ...

On Tuesday, Chychrun shared never-before-seen photos ... because she was born and raised in Southern California, and also the Pittsburgh Penguins because Sidney Crosby is her all-time favorite ...

Chychrun notched an assist, two blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-3 rating in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Canadiens in Game 4. Chychrun has a goal and an assist over the last two games after going ...

He adds that defender Jakob Chychrun did practice despite ... season but missed the final game of the season against the Pittsburgh Penguins with an ankle injury. The 25-year-old defender scored ...

Pittsburgh Penguins (33-36-12, in the Metropolitan Division ... The Capitals won 8-3 in the previous matchup. Jakob Chychrun led the Capitals with two goals. TOP PERFORMERS: Sidney Crosby has scored ...

Jakob Chychrun has fortified the Washington Capitals' defense with his physicality and skilled play. His offensive contributions provide valuable support, easing the burden on veteran stars.