Declan Chisholm - NHL News & Rumors

Traded Thursday Chisholm was acquired by New Jersey from Washington on Thursday in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round pick.

Impact Chisholm had a goal, seven points, a plus-3 rating, four PIM, 11 hits and 22 blocks in 26 appearances with the Capitals in 2025-26. The 26-year-old was a frequent healthy scratch last season, and while he's not guaranteed to secure a top-six spot with New Jersey, at least he'll get a fresh opportunity.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jackets acquire winger Valeri Nichushkin in a trade with the Avalanche

The Columbus Blue Jackets made a big addition on the eve of the draft by acquiring do-it-all winger Valeri Nichushkin in a trade with the Colorado Avalanche

JUNE 25 • Associated Press

Stuck in press box Chisholm was scratched for the 10th straight game in Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Flyers.

Impact After the arrival of Cole Hutson, the Capitals have five left-shot blueliners and nine total defensemen on the roster. That has left Chisholm as one of the regular scratches even with fellow lefty Rasmus Sandin playing his off side. Chisholm hasn't been anything more than a part-time option in his first year with the Capitals, earning seven points, 20 shots on net, 22 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating over 26 appearances.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Finds twine Thursday Chisholm scored a goal on two shots in Thursday's 4-3 shootout win over the Red Wings.

Impact Chisholm's goal was his first as a Capital. The 26-year-old defenseman stayed in the lineup for a second consecutive game due to the absence of Matt Roy (lower body). Chisholm and Dylan McIlrath continue to compete for depth minutes, but both often sit when the Capitals are healthy. For the season, Chisholm has four points, 18 shots on net and 18 blocked shots over 20 appearances.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 30 • Associated Press

Struggling for playing time Chisholm has sat out 14 of the Capitals' 21 games since the start of December after being scratched Tuesday in a 3-2 overtime win over the Canadiens.

Impact Chisholm and Dylan McIlrath have rotated into the lineup infrequently, but they're still far more often left in the press box. Chisholm has earned three assists, 15 shots on net, 15 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating over 17 outings this season. The 26-year-old would likely get a longer look if one of the Capitals' left-shot blueliners sustains a long-term injury.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Gathers helper in win Chisholm notched an assist and went plus-2 rating in Wednesday's 7-1 win over the Sharks.

Impact Chisholm has been out of the lineup more often than not this season, but he got to play Wednesday because John Carlson (upper body) was out. Chisholm picked up his second helper of the year when he set up Sonny Milano's goal in the first period. For the season, Chisholm has added eight shots on net, nine blocked shots and a plus-3 rating through 11 appearances. When he plays, he's likely to be confined to the third pairing, limiting his already minimal appeal in fantasy.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Saturday Chisholm (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's game against Ottawa, per Tom Gulitti of NHL.com.

Impact Chisholm has an assist in three appearances with the Capitals in 2025-26. Dylan McIlrath will draw into the lineup versus the Senators due to Chisholm's absence.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

(10-17-25) Wild Vs Capitals: Game Preview, Line Combinations Filip Gustavsson faces a red-hot Logan Thompson as Wild look to get back into win column. Declan Chisholm returns to face his former club. L...

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Draws in, grabs helper Chisholm registered an assist in Sunday's 1-0 win over the Rangers.

Impact Chisholm got a chance to play while Trevor van Riemsdyk rested for the second half of a back-to-back. This was Chisholm's first game as a Capital after he was traded from the Wild at the draft. The 25-year-old blueliner is likely to remain in a part-time role. He had 12 points, 69 blocked shots and 33 hits in 66 regular-season games a year ago.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lindgren makes 35 saves as Capitals edge Rangers 1-0

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OCTOBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

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OCTOBER 5, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Declan Chisholm | September 20 | Washington Capitals Declan Chisholm meets the first for the first time as a Capital

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • NHL.COM

Former Wild Defenseman Signs Two-Year Contract With Washington Just a few days after the Minnesota Wild traded defenseman Declan Chisholm, the Washington Capitals signed Chisholm to a two-year contract a...

JULY 1, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Re-signs with team Chisholm inked a two-year, $3.2 million contract with Washington on Monday, PuckPedia reports.

Impact Chisholm ended the 2024-25 season mired in a 34-game goal drought during which he managed just two helpers. Despite his end-of-year slump, the 25-year-old blueliner still managed to set career highs in assists (10) and points (12). Washington's blue line is fairly crowded, so Chisholm is far from a lock to play on a nightly basis.

JUNE 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington Capitals Trade Chase Priskie To Minnesota Wild For Declan Chisholm The Washington Capitals announced they have traded defenseman Chase Priskie and the 123rd pick in the NHL draft to the Minnesota Wild for de...

JUNE 28, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Blue line additions, changes primary in Wild's draft day The Wild made another change on their blue line later in the day, trading veteran Declan Chisholm to Washington in exchange for Chase Priski...

JUNE 28, 2025 • TWINCITIES.COM

Minnesota Wild Trade Defenseman Declan Chisholm To Washington The Minnesota Wild announced on Saturday a trade with the Washington Capitals. The Wild have traded defenseman Declan Chisholm to the Capita...

JUNE 28, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Trade takes him to U.S. Capital Chisholm was traded to the Capitals on Saturday in exchange for Chase Priskie, reports TSN.ca. Draft picks (2025) were also exchanged.

Impact The 25-year-old defender recorded a career-high in NHL games played in a season (66) and points (two goals, 10 assists) in 2024-25. Chisholm also ranked second among Wild defenders in takeaways (27) and third in power-play points (two). He's a strong skater who is good in transition and has offensive potential. Chisholm has PP2 upside if his development continues.

JUNE 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Better health means tough decisions about Wild playoff roster Jon Merrill and Declan Chisholm not happy about healthy scratches, “but they’re good team guys,” coach John Hynes said.

APRIL 20, 2025 • TWINCITIES.COM

Slated to return Wednesday Chisholm (lower body) will return to the lineup for Wednesday's road game against the Rangers, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

Impact Chisholm has missed the last four games due to a lower-body injury, but he'll be back in action Wednesday while Jon Merrill heads to the bench. Chisholm made 10 appearances in March and logged an assist, 17 blocked shots, 12 hits and four PIM while averaging 17:02 of ice time.

APRIL 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Monday Chisholm (lower body) will remain unavailable versus the Devils on Monday, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

Impact Chisholm will miss his fourth straight game due to his lingering lower-body issue. The 25-year-old blueliner has already set new personal bests in games played (61), assists (10) and points (12) this year. Once given the all-clear, Chisholm should slot into a third-pairing role, likely relegating Jon Merrill to the press box.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Devils Chisholm (lower body) won't be in the lineup versus New Jersey on Saturday, according to Jessi Pierce of NHL.com.

Impact Chisholm will miss his third straight game. He has supplied registered two goals, 12 points, 61 shots on net, 66 blocked shots and 29 hits in 61 appearances this season. Chisholm's next chance to play will come versus the Devils on Monday.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still out against Caps Chisholm (lower body) will not be in action versus Washington on Thursday, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

Impact Chisholm has managed just one point in his last 24 appearances for the Wild, so few fantasy players are likely to be impacted by his continued absence. Even once given the all-clear, Chisholm could struggle to break into the lineup now that Jonas Brodin is healthy and available. If he does play down the stretch, Chisholm would likely take on a third-pairing role with Jon Merrill the strongest candidate to be dropped from the lineup.

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Tuesday Chisholm (lower body) won't play versus Vegas on Tuesday, according to Jessi Pierce of NHL.com.

Impact Chisholm is day-to-day and will miss at least one game after getting injured in Monday's 3-0 loss to Dallas. He has registered two goals, 12 points, 61 shots on net, 66 blocked shots and 29 hits in 61 appearances this season. Jonas Brodin (lower body) will replace Chisholm in Tuesday's lineup.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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