Ethen Frank is an American professional ice hockey forward for the Washington Capitals of the NHL. Born February 5, 1998, in Denver, Colorado, he went undrafted out of Western Michigan University, where he led the nation with 26 goals in 2021–22 and earned AHCA West Second Team All-American honors. After leading the Hershey Bears and all AHL rookies in goals during 2022–23 and setting the AHL Fastest Skater record at the All-Star Classic, he signed with Washington and made his NHL debut in January 2025, scoring a game-winning goal against Nashville the following night. This news archive tag collects articles, interviews, and updates covering his college career, AHL development, NHL milestones, and his March 2026 contract extension.