Wey has elected to retire after suffering two successive concussions with AHL Hershey last season. Wey's two-year, entry-level contract with the Capitals was set to expire July 1, and though he likely could have earned another contract with some organization, he decided to put his health at the forefront. The 24-year-old, who was drafted in the fourth round by the Capitals in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, previously appeared in nine games for the parent club in 2013-14.

Patrick Wey is dealing with a head injury. Wey has three assists in nine games with Washington. He was hurt during a fight with Rich Clune on Sunday.

Patrick Wey has been summoned from the minors. He has two assists in three games with the Capitals this season.

Patrick Wey has been promoted by the Washington Capitals. Wey has two assists in three games with Washington in 2013-14. Although those are decent numbers given the small sample size, we wouldn't count on Wey doing much offensively for the rest of the season.

Patrick Wey was reassigned to the AHL and will join the Hershey Bears. Wey had a nice go with the Caps in his first three career games, scoring two points and owning a plus four rating. He might have earned himself another call up after the Olympic break.

Patrick Wey has been called up by Washington. He's expected to play in his second career NHL game on Thursday night. Wey made his debut with the Capitals on Dec. 7.

The Washington Capitals have sent Patrick Wey to the minors. Wey made his NHL debut on Saturday. He has a goal and three points in seven AHL contests in 2013-14.

Patrick Wey played 13:36 minutes in his NHL debut on Saturday. The rookie was very nervous to start the game as coach Adam Oates said he handled the puck like it was a 'foreign object' early on before he relaxed. Wey had a hit, blocked shot and one shot on goal. He was selected 115th overall in the 2009 Draft.

Patrick Wey will make his NHL debut Saturday night. He will be the 12th blueliner to suit up in a game for the Capitals this season and will play alongside Dmitry Orlov. The pairing may not see much action against Nashville due to their inexperience.

Washington has summoned Patrick Wey from AHL Hershey. He has split time with Hershey and the Reading Royals of the ECHL this campaign.