Who was the general manager responsible for turning the franchise's fortunes around in the 1980s?
Ted Leonsis
Mike Gartner
David Poile
Rod Langway
Answer
David Poile was hired as the general manager of the Washington Capitals in 1982. He played a crucial role in turning the franchise's fortunes around by building a strong core of players and making the team a regular playoff contender.
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