Lepisto Called Back Up to Capitals

The Capitals' website is reporting that Sami Lepisto has been called back up to the Capitals in advance of the first playoff game on Friday... while I'm thrilled for Sami, this is bad news indeed for the Bears, who only need 2 more points to clinch a playoff spot but must gain them in 2 games against the Phantoms and a finale against Binghamton. At least with Josef Boumedienne healthy, we still have that experienced spark anchoring the blueline, but this just makes a tough job even tougher. Still, I hope Sami goes out there Friday night and rocks the red - he had some really great shifts in his previous stint with the Caps and I'd be happy for him if he could have a breakout game.