 After playing college hockey at the University of Denver, Bragalo was signed by the Washington Capitals as a free agent in 1976.Bragnalo played parts of four seasons for the Capitals.After playing a few years in the minors, Bragnalo moved on to playing hockey in Italy with Val Pusteria Wolves, former EV Brunico, and with his Italian heritage, he was able to play for Italy on several occasions including at the A Pool of the 1982 World Ice Hockey Championships and 1983 World Ice Hockey Championships.