Told It Here!: 25 Iconic Years of Washington Capitals Hockey with Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin
413 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 517 ratingsJoe Beninati and Craig Laughlin are celebrating 25 seasons of calling Washington Capitals hockey in the nation's capital, and to help commemorate that achievement, NBC Sports Washington presents "Told It Here!" Joe and Craig will look back in a limited-edition series that covers all the great games, players and memories of their time together in the booth. Also available at NBCSports.com/Washington, our YouTube channel, and the NBC4 app on Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire.
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Episodes
Capitals Draft Connor McMichael
June 22, 2019 04:31 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBHear our Draft night coverage from "Capitals On the Clock" as the Caps select center Connor McMichael of the London Knights at #25 overall. Included at the end is our exclusive interview with the newest Cap (19:20). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Matt Niskanen Joins Capitals Talk After Being Traded
June 17, 2019 18:49 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBA few days after being dealt to Philadelphia, Matt Niskanen hops on with the guys to talk about his time in Washington that of course included hoisting the Stanley Cup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EMERGENCY PODCAST: Matt Niskanen Traded
June 14, 2019 19:39 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBThe guys react to the news that the Caps dealt Matt Niskanen to Philadelphia in return for 29 year old defenceman Radko Gudas. They are joined by NBC Sports Philadelphia's Jordan Hall for more background on Gudas (14:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
LIVE SHOW: Capitals Summer Podcast Party
June 14, 2019 04:08 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBRob, Joe Beninati, and Craig Laughlin host the Capitals Talk Podcast Party in downtown D.C. from The Delegate. They recap Game 7, answer questions from the fans in attendance, and their longtime producer Steve "Huey" Farrell says what is like to work and travel with "Joe B." and "Locker". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Cup Clinching Anniversary
June 07, 2019 04:32 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBIt's been a year since the Caps finally won the Stanley Cup in Las Vegas. Rob, Ryan, Brian, & J.J. rewatch Game 5 and re-live the final moments, including the celebration. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Anniversary of "The Save" + Mailbag
May 30, 2019 21:11 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBRob, Ryan, J.J., and Brian look back at the 1 year anniversary of the Game 2 win in Las Vegas, Blues/ Bruins, and close with a listener mailbag (31:43). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Bob & Brent Johnson Talk Blues Western Conference Title
May 24, 2019 18:46 - 36 minutes - 33 MBRob & Ryan chat with the Johnson father/son duo who both played in St. Louis for a period in their careers, on the heels of the Blues advancement to the Stanley Cup Finals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
"Game of Thrones" Finale Recap
May 20, 2019 20:07 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBFull analysis and breakdown of the series finale from HBO's "Game of Thrones", including best and worst characters. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
"Game of Thrones Talk"
May 14, 2019 18:40 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBJust 1 episode left in HBO's "Game of Thrones" and our Capitals Talk crew is up to date during the off-season. They also bring in Isabelle Khurshudyan of the Washington Post and Chris Kuc from The Athletic for full analysis. **LOADED WITH SPOILERS** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Analysis of Hershey prospects + Interviews
May 10, 2019 05:32 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBRob Carlin, J.J. Regan and Brian McNally give an in-depth look at some of the most promising Capitals prospects from Hershey this season, including interviews with prospects Riley Barber (16:51), Axel Jonsson-Fjallby (24:51) and Riley Sutter (33:16). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Season in Review: Part 3
May 08, 2019 04:09 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBThe final leg in our season's end player by player evaluations. Those chronicled are Tom Wilson, T.J. Oshie, Brett Connolly, Devante Smith-Pelly, Chandler Stephenson, Christian Djoos, Jonas Siegenthaler, Brooks Orpik, and finally Todd Reirden (41:08). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Season in Review: Part 2
May 06, 2019 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBContinuing the season end player by play evaluations, Rob, Ryan, J.J., and Brian grade 8 more players. They discuss Dmitrij Jaskin, John Carlson, Michal Kempny. Travis Boyd, Nic Dowd, Lars Eller, Evgeny Kuznetsov, and close with Nicklas Backstrom (and his contractual future). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Season in Review: Part 1
May 02, 2019 20:06 - 45 minutes - 42 MBThe guys convene to begin their postseason evaluations player by player. Rob, Ryan, Brian, & J.J. run through 8 Caps, starting of course with Alex Ovechkin. Other players highlighted this episode include Jakub Vrana, Carl Hagelin, Andre Burakovsky, Matt Niskanen, Dmitry Orlov, Phoenix Copley, and Braden Holtby. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oshie + Kuznetsov 1 on 1's
April 30, 2019 19:48 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBListen to Rob speaking individually with T.J. Oshie and Evgeny Kuznetsov just a few days after the season came to a close. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Orpik + Backstrom 1 on 1's
April 29, 2019 20:51 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBRob chatted with veterans Brooks Orpik & Nicklas Backstrom as they cleaned out their lockers as the off-season has begun for the Capitals. Wide ranging conversations that not only look back on this past season, but also what the future holds for them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Season Wrap-Up Show
April 27, 2019 01:48 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBExclusive access from Locker Cleanout Day two days after the Capitals season came to a close. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Round 1: Game 7: Season Ends in Double OT
April 25, 2019 06:23 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBCaps lose 4-3 in 2nd OT to drop the series to Carolina. Rob, Alan, & J.J. Regan examine the final game of the season for Washington. They then put in perspective what the past year plus has been like, including the highs of last year's championship run. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
GAMEDAY LIVE: Game 7 Preview
April 24, 2019 17:12 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBRob Carlin, Joe Beninati, and John Walton get you get set for Caps/Hurricanes Game 7. Puck drop at 7:30pm on NBCSW. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Round 1: Game 6: Controversial Call Doesn't Go Caps Way
April 23, 2019 03:56 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBCaps lose 5-2 on the road as a late game tying goal was waved off. Rob & Alan in the streets of Raleigh react to the controversial call against Alex Ovechkin and look ahead to Wednesday's night Game 7 in D.C. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
GAMEDAY LIVE: Game 6 Preview
April 22, 2019 17:02 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBThe Caps look to close out the series in Game 6 in Raleigh. Puck drop at 7 tonight on NBCSW. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Round 1: Game 5: Caps Bounce Back
April 21, 2019 05:27 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBCaps rout Carolina 6-0 to grab a 3-2 series lead. Rob & Alan revel in the domination by Washington and what the home crowd meant to Devante Smith- Pelly's play. They close by looking ahead to Monday night's Game 6 in Raleigh. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
GAMEDAY LIVE: Game 5 Preview
April 20, 2019 16:52 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBJohn Walton, Alan May, and Ben Raby get you set for Game 5 between Caps & Hurricanes. Hear from Devante Smith-Pelly as well. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EMERGENCY POD: DSP Recalled
April 19, 2019 17:15 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBRob & Alan immediately react to the news that Devante Smith- Pelly has been recalled ahead of Game 5. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Round 1: Game 4: Oshie Hurt in Loss
April 19, 2019 03:59 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBCaps lose 2-1 on an evening where T.J. Oshie was injured in a hit from behind at Carolina. Rob, Alan, and Brian react to controversial hit and what the injury to Oshie means for Washington. They close by looking ahead to Game 5 Saturday night in D.C. as the series is now tied 2-2 (18:26). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
GAMEDAY LIVE: Game 4 Preview
April 18, 2019 17:14 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBLive from Raleigh, a look into Game 4 as the Caps look to take a 3-1 series lead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
OFF DAY POD: Game 4 Eve
April 17, 2019 21:55 - 21 minutes - 20 MBRob, Alan, & Ben Raby give you a feel for the Caps from the ground in Raleigh as Game 4 takes place Thursday night in Carolina. They also take a look around the NHL Playoffs at other series. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Round 1: Game 3: Shutout on the Road
April 16, 2019 04:22 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBCaps lose 5-0 at Carolina, as their series lead now stands at 2-1. Rob & Alan recap the long evening in Raleigh and then get into the fight involving Alex Ovechkin in the 1st period. They then look at what adjustments Washington needs to make ahead of Thursday's Game 4. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
GAMEDAY LIVE: Game 3 Preview
April 15, 2019 17:01 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBCaps look to grab a 3-0 lead as the series shifts to Carolina. Game 3 tonight at 7pm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Round 1: Game 2: Orpik OT Winner!
April 14, 2019 01:03 - 29 minutes - 27 MBCaps outlast Carolina 4-3 in overtime to grab a 2-0 series lead. Rob, Alan, & Brian McNally focus on Brooks Orpik's big day to lift Washington and then another great game by Nicklas Backstrom. They have an in-depth discussion on Michael Ferland's hit on Nic Dowd and look ahead to Monday's Game 3 in Raleigh (23:30). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Preview For Game 2
April 13, 2019 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBRob chats with Chris Kuc of The Athletic and Isabelle Khurshudyan of the Washington Post on their early thoughts of the series as the Caps aim for a 2-0 lead Saturday afternoon vs. Carolina. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Round 1: Game 1: Holding On For A Win
April 12, 2019 05:02 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBCaps defeat visiting Carolina 4-2 to open the Playoffs, as they led 3-0 at the 1st intermission. Rob, Alan, J.J., and Brent Johnson start with the hot start by Washington and Nicklas Backstrom. They then tip give praise to Brooks Orpik for his contributions in the Game 1 win and close with an examination on the Capitals scoring twice on the Power Play (22:33). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i...
GAMEDAY LIVE: Game 1 Preview
April 11, 2019 18:13 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBGetting you ready for Caps/Hurricanes. Game 1 tonight at 7:30pm in D.C. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Eve of Game 1
April 10, 2019 19:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBRob talks with a few guys who know the Caps inside & out. First up is Ben Raby, then Smokin' Al Koken, and Steve Whyno. They individually gauge the match-up with Carolina as Washington looks to go back to back. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Live Show: Playoff Media Day
April 08, 2019 19:28 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBAs the regular season is behind us, Capitals Talk podcast settles in to preview the upcoming series vs. Carolina. Game 1 Thursday night in D.C. at 7:30pm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 82: Focus Shifts to Carolina
April 07, 2019 04:01 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBCaps get shutout at home by the Islanders 3-0 to close out the regular season. Rob, Alan, & Ryan (& Huey) begin to preview the playoff match-up against the Carolina Hurricanes. They close by giving their predictions for NHL Awards (18:31). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 81: Division Champs Again
April 05, 2019 04:16 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBCaps hold off Montreal 2-1 to clinch their 4th consecutive divisional title. The guys celebrate another great regular season and look at the key contributors to it. They close by updating the playoff picture and who the Caps might face (32:01). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
GAMEDAY LIVE: Preview for Montreal
April 04, 2019 17:03 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBGet ready for Thursday night's battle in D.C. between the Caps & Canadiens. Washington currently leads the Islanders by 3 points in the Metropolitan Division. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 80: Furious Comeback Falls Short
April 02, 2019 03:44 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBCaps lose 5-3 in Florida as they almost overcame a 3rd period 4 goal deficit. Rob, Alan, and Ryan dissect why Washington fell so far behind and the positive takeaways from the final 10 minutes. They then look at the updated playoff scenarios and how everything affects the Capitals (17:37). UP NEXT: Thursday at home vs. Montreal See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 79: Ovi Tops 50 Goals Yet Again
March 31, 2019 04:52 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBCaps win in Tampa 6-3 as Alex Ovechkin scores #50 & 51 on the season. Rob, Alan, & Ryan enjoy the victory by putting in perspective the accomplishment by Ovi of scoring 50+ for the 8th time and the big evenings as well for Nicklas Backstrom & T.J. Oshie. Finally, they look ahead to Monday night at the Panthers as the calendar flips to April (34:03). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ted Leonsis Interview
March 29, 2019 19:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBRob is joined by the Owner of the Washington Capitals Ted Leonsis where they discuss memories of winning the Stanley Cup including the parade, trying to win it again, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 78: Playoff Berth Secured
March 29, 2019 03:43 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBCaps rally in Carolina for a 3-2 victory to officially clinch a playoff spot. Rob, Alan, & Ryan look at the contributions by recent roster acquisitions and put in perspective this recent run of success for Washington. UP NEXT: Saturday at Tampa Bay See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 77: Ovi's 49th in Win
March 27, 2019 04:33 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBCaps beat the Hurricanes at home 4-1 for their 2nd straight victory. Rob, Alan, Ryan, & Brian McNally recap the busy evening that included Alex Ovechkin's 49th goal and John Carlson's 400th career point (16:17). Brian then describes the team's White House visit (26:01) and they close with the latest in the standings. UP NEXT: Thursday at Carolina See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
GAMEDAY LIVE: Preview for Carolina
March 26, 2019 17:20 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBGetting you set for Tuesday night's match-up of Hurricanes @ Capitals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 76: Tripling Up Philly
March 24, 2019 21:36 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBCaps sweep the Flyers this season, the latest a 3-1 victory at home. Rob, Alan, Brian McNally, & J.J, Regan discuss the line shuffling by Todd Reirden. Then, they look at Don Cherry calling Evgeny Kuznetsov a jerk for his goal celebration (15:31). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 75: Caps Lose Defensive Struggle
March 23, 2019 03:51 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBWashington gets edged at home by Minnesota 2-1. Rob & Alan look at the continued strong play by Brett Connolly and then preview Sunday afternoon against visiting Philadelphia (11:17). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
GAMEDAY LIVE: Preview for Minnesota Matchup
March 22, 2019 16:43 - 29 minutes - 27 MBA preview of tonight's game as the Caps welcome in the Wild. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 74: Fifty-eight Shots Not Enough
March 21, 2019 05:12 - 33 minutes - 31 MBCaps tie it up late, but lose 5-4 in OT to visiting Tampa Bay. Rob, Alan, J.J. Regan, and Brian McNally recap the action packed evening that had a lot of scoring and even some fighting sprinkled in. They also address the Michael Kempny injury and what it could mean for the lineup (12:50). UP NEXT: Hosting Minnesota Friday at 7pm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
GAMEDAY LIVE: Lightning Come to D.C.
March 20, 2019 17:31 - 29 minutes - 27 MBA preview of tonight's game between first place teams. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 73: Cruising in Newark
March 20, 2019 04:19 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBCaps take care of New Jersey on the road 4-1 for victory #43 on the season. The guys give props to Andre Burakovsky's play before looking at the summer ahead for Brett Connolly after he has now scored 20 goals this season. Finally, a preview for Wednesday night when the Lightning come to Washington (25:42) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Game 72: Beaten in Tampa
March 17, 2019 04:07 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBCaps lose 6-3 at the Lightning despite two goals from Alex Ovechkin (47 & 48). Rob, Alan, & Ryan recap the physical game between two first place teams, marvel at Ovechkin yet again, and size up how Tampa Bay looks at the moment. Then they react to Steven Stamkos' comments that were critical of the current playoff format (17:37). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.