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Feb 27, 2008
Caps Briefing: Trade Deadline Surprise
After two straight losses knocked the Capitals five points out of a playoff spot at the trade deadline, General Manager George McPhee pulled off four deals to give his team the strength to make the playoffs. Then, last night, with all four new players in other cities making travel arrangements, the Caps put together a great team effort to beat the Minnesota Wild. Alleged puck-bunny favorite Brooks Laich stayed hot and continued scoring with two…