Stephenson is on the verge of a full-time role with the Capitals, CSN Mid-Atlantic reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Stephenson reportedly needs to work on being more consistent and he should face stiff competition against similarly talented prospects -- including, but not limited to, Nathan Walker and Riley Barber -- in training camp, AHL Hershey head coach Troy Mann said the Bears would have missed the playoffs if they didn't have Stephenson. The Capitals' third-rounder from the 2012 draft added 38 points (10 goals, 28 assists) in 72 regular-season games for Hershey, followed by five in nine during the playoffs. Having appeared in 13 NHL contests, the young pivot is still looking to factor into a scoring play, but given his hyped offensive skill set, we figure he'll turn on the jets before long.

Stephenson signed a two-year, two-way contract with Washington on Thursday worth $1.3 million.

EDGE Analysis

Stephenson racked up 10 goals, 28 helpers, and 42 PIM in 72 contests last year with AHL Hershey. Although the center will likely begin the upcoming season in the minors, he figures to be on coach Barry Trotz's short list of call-ups and could play in more than the four NHL games as he did during the 2016-17 campaign. A clause in the 23-year-old's deal will convert his contract to a one-way ahead of the 2018-19 season.

Stephenson was sent back to AHL Hershey on Saturday, NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The depth pivot hasn't been used at all in the NHL this postseason, but we presume he'll be an impact player for the AHL's Bears to open Round 2 of the Calder Cup playoffs against Providence on Saturday evening.

Stephenson was called up from AHL Hershey on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Despite being with the team for the last two games of the first round and the first game of the second round, the forward didn't find his way onto the ice in any of those contests. This call up is likely only for insurance in case someone gets injured, and it seems unlikely Stephenson will draw into the lineup otherwise.

Stephenson was sent back to AHL Hershey on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Stephenson did not draw into a game since being recalled and his presence on the Capitals' roster is superfluous considering the team's forward corps is fully healthy. He'll rejoin Hershey as it preps for Game 4 of its opening-round series against Lehigh Valley in the Calder Cup Playoffs.

Stephenson was recalled from AHL Hershey on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

The timing of Stephenson's promotion might cause some concern among fantasy owners that there is a banged up forward in Washington, but it could just be a move to provide some added depth. Unless there is somebody dealing with an injury, it is unlikely the center will slot into the lineup Friday against Toronto.

Stephenson was reassigned to AHL Hershey on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Stephenson drew into Sunday's regular-season finale against the Panthers where he managed one shot on goal in 9:15 of ice time. His reassignment to Hershey indicates that Brett Connolly (illness) will likely be ready to go for Thursday's playoff opener against the Maple Leafs.

Stephenson was promoted from AHL Hershey on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Stephenson ended up as a perpetual shuffler about the organization's ranks during the regular season, proving that he's a fringe option at this juncture. Scouts picked on his size when he first entered the league, but he's filled out quite a bit since then and now stands at 6-foot and 204 pounds. Stephenson manufactured 38 points (10 goals, 28 assists) in 71 games with the AHL's Bears and if he plays Sunday, it'll be just his fourth contest at hockey's highest level this year.

Stephenson was reassigned to AHL Hershey on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

The 22-year-old has been a boomerang between the organization's ranks this season. He was utilized in Wednesday's win over the Bruins, filling in for the injured Justin Williams (lower body) -- albeit as a fourth-liner garnering a mere 7:41 of ice time. The Capitals don't play again until Saturday in Montreal, so there's a chance that Stephenson gets moved back to the parent club yet again if Williams can't go.

Stephenson was called up from the minors Monday.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, Stephenson returns to the NHL following the All-Star Game, having logged a pair of appearances with AHL Hershey during the break. If the center suits up against the Islanders on Tuesday will likely depend on whether T.J. Oshie (personal) rejoins the team after dealing with a family matter.