What Happened
The Washington Capitals have acquired goaltender Remi Poirier from the New Jersey Devils in exchange for a draft pick, according to Daily Faceoff. Poirier had been claimed by New Jersey off waivers from the Dallas Stars before the start of the season. The specific round and year of the draft pick were not reported in the source material.
Key Details
- Capitals receive goaltender Remi Poirier.
- Devils receive a draft pick.
- New Jersey claimed Poirier off waivers from Dallas before the season.
- The trade was reported by Daily Faceoff on November 1, 2026.
What It Means
Poirier joins a Washington goaltending depth chart after a brief stint in the Devils organization. Having been claimed off waivers from Dallas before the season, he now moves to a third organization. The draft pick gives New Jersey an asset for a player it acquired without cost on the waiver wire.
What's Next
Poirier is expected to report to the Capitals organization. The exact draft pick compensation and his assignment within the Washington system have not been reported.