After a distinguished career on Garden Ice, Bruins Defenseman Zdeno Chara signed a one year deal with the Washington Capitals, according to The Athletic,com

Chara signed for just under $800,000 .

In a post on his Instagram, Chara indicated the Bruins wanted to go in a different direction and he understood the decision. 

Chara played with a broken jaw during a Stanley Cup Final Series in 2019. 

The Bruins now must elect a new Captain, as Chara has worn the ''C'' for close to a decade.