Capitals waive former star center Evgeny Kuznetsov

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The Washington Capitals placed former star center Evgeny Kuznetsov on waivers, just hours after he was cleared to resume practice after missing 12 games while in the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance program, general manager Brian MacLellan announced Saturday.

"He's been looking for a change in environment, and this might set the wheels in motion for that to be accomplished," MacLe