The Washington Capitals have reassigned forward Bogdan Trineyev to the Hershey Bears of the American Hockey League (AHL) as of Wednesday afternoon. This roster move comes amid the NHL‘s pause for the 2026 Winter Olympics, allowing Trineyev to gain playing time while the Capitals manage their active roster.
Trineyev Returns to Hershey Amid NHL Roster Adjustments
Trineyev was recalled by the Capitals on the previous Saturday following the placement of Connor McMichael on injured reserve. Despite this, Trineyev did not participate in any of the club’s three NHL games during his third call-up this season. The reassignment enables him to rejoin the Bears ahead of their game against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins on Wednesday night, ensuring he continues to see regular ice time as the AHL season progresses uninterrupted through the Olympic break.
This demotion also opens a roster spot for the Capitals ahead of the 3 p.m. roster freeze on Wednesday, a crucial window that could enable further player transactions. Additionally, the Capitals anticipate activating goaltender Logan Thompson for his expected start against the Nashville Predators on Thursday evening. To facilitate the goaltender’s return, another roster move may involve sending down Garin Bjorklund, demonstrating the fluid nature of team management during this period.
Trineyev’s Role and Performance with Hershey Bears
At 23 years old, Bogdan Trineyev is a significant contributor for Hershey, regularly receiving first-line minutes and playing key roles on both power-play and penalty-killing units. During the current season, he has appeared in 32 AHL games, accumulating 21 points—comprising 9 goals and 12 assists. This performance places him among the Bears’ top contributors in offensive production as well as in plus-minus rating.
Trineyev recently secured his future with the Capitals organization by signing a two-year contract extension valued at $1.8 million. He made his NHL debut on December 13 against the Winnipeg Jets, marking an important milestone in his professional career.
Trineyev’s Career Development and Background
The Washington Capitals officially announced the loan of Bogdan Trineyev back to Hershey through senior vice president and general manager Chris Patrick. Trineyev’s NHL experience this season includes two appearances with Washington, in addition to his debut last December. Currently, Trineyev holds notable rankings within the Bears lineup, including third place in plus-minus at +9, tied for third in goals, and tied for fourth in total points.
Last season, Trineyev tallied 22 points (14 goals, 8 assists) across 62 games with Hershey. That campaign also saw him tied for the team lead in shorthanded goals and ranked prominently in several statistical categories like plus-minus rating and shots taken. During the Calder Cup Playoffs, he led the Bears with five goals and seven points over eight games, underscoring his impact in critical postseason moments.
In his first full AHL season in 2023-24, Trineyev posted 16 points (9 goals, 7 assists) in 63 games. Hailing from Voronezh, Russia, he led Bears rookies in games played and ranked second among first-year players in goals, assists, points, and plus-minus rating. Notably, his three shorthanded goals were tied for first among AHL rookies that year. He played in all 20 playoff games during Hershey’s Calder Cup championship run, contributing four assists.
Over his AHL career spanning 159 games with Hershey, Trineyev has accumulated 59 points (32 goals, 27 assists) and a robust +34 plus-minus rating. The Capitals originally drafted him in the fourth round, 117th overall, in 2020.
Implications for the Capitals and Hershey Bears in the Short Term
With the NHL season paused for the Olympics, AHL teams like the Hershey Bears continue their schedule, providing players such as Trineyev vital opportunities for development and consistent competition. His return is timely for Hershey, which has a dense slate of seven games over the next three weeks.
For Washington, the move not only ensures roster flexibility but also prepares the team for upcoming strategic roster adjustments, including the management of injured players and goaltending resources. Trineyev’s presence in Hershey could also position him for future NHL opportunities as the Capitals navigate this dynamic stage of the season.
“NEWS | The Washington Capitals have loaned forward Bogdan Trineyev to the Hershey Bears.#ALLCAPS | @Shift4 https://t.co/kQEKTiBdms”
?Washington Capitals
Capitals Loan Bogdan Trineyev to Hershey Forward has appeared in two games with Washington this season ARLINGTON, Va. – The Washington Capitals have loaned forward Bogdan Trineyev to the Hershey Bears of the American Hockey League (AHL), senior vice president and general manager Chris Patrick announced today. Trineyev, 23, has appeared in two games with Washington this season and made his NHL debut on Dec. 13 at Winnipeg. The 6’3”, 206-pound forward has also recorded 21 points (9g, 12a) in 32 games with Hershey this season. Trineyev ranks third on the Bears in plus-minus rating (+9), tied for third in goals and tied for fourth in points. Trineyev registered 22 points (14g, 8a) in 62 games with Hershey last season. Trineyev ranked tied for first on the Bears in shorthanded goals (1), third in plus-minus rating (+13), fifth in shots (109) and sixth in goals. Trineyev also led Hershey with five goals and seven points in eight Calder Cup Playoff games. During his first full AHL season in 2023-24, Trineyev recorded 16 points (9g, 7a) in 63 games with Hershey. The Voronezh, Russia native led Bears rookies in games played and ranked second among first-year players in goals, assists, points and plus-minus (+12). In addition, Trineyev’s three shorthanded goals led Hershey and ranked tied for first among AHL rookies. Trineyev appeared in all 20 games during Hershey’s run to the Calder Cup championship, registering four assists. In 159 career AHL games with Hershey, Trineyev has recorded 59 points (32g, 27a) and a +34 plus-minus rating. Trineyev was selected by the Capitals in the fourth round (117th overall) of the 2020 NHL Draft.
?Chris Patrick, Senior Vice President and General Manager
NEWS | The Washington Capitals have loaned forward Bogdan Trineyev to the Hershey Bears.#ALLCAPS | @Shift4 https://t.co/kQEKTiBdms
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) February 4, 2026
