Tom Poti (full name: Tom Poti; no nicknames) plays defenseman for the Washington Capitals. Over 12 seasons, he has played 808 games, scored 69 goals, and made 256 assists. Born in Worcester, Massachusetts on March 22, 1977, Poti stands 6-3 and weighs 197 lbs. He was drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in the 3rd round (59th overall) of the 1996 NHL Entry Draft.