Charlie Lindgren Activated from IR, Returns as Capitals Backup

Washington Capitals goaltender Charlie Lindgren (upper body) was activated from injured reserve Saturday, per Sammi Silber of The Hockey News. Lindgren, who missed the last three games, will dress as Logan Thompson's backup for Saturday's road matchup against Winnipeg. In a corresponding move, the Capitals returned Garin Bjorklund to the minors.