Ryan Chesley Stats & Bio | Capitals Defenseman

About Ryan Chesley

Ryan Chesley is a defenseman for the Washington Capitals, wearing number 41 and bringing energy and physicality to the blue line. Born on February 27, 2004, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Chesley represents the next generation of American-born NHL talent making their mark at the highest level of professional hockey. Standing 6'0" and weighing 195 pounds, he possesses the frame and skating ability that scouts prize in modern NHL defensemen. Hailing from the hockey-rich state of Minnesota, Chesley developed his game through a pathway that brought him directly to professional competition without a traditional college stop. Still young and continuing to grow within Washington's system, Chesley embodies the Capitals' commitment to developing homegrown defensive talent capable of competing night after night in the demanding Eastern Conference.

Updated: Mar 1, 2026