Told It Here!: 25 Iconic Years of Washington Capitals Hockey with Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin
413 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 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
What is it like to win a championship?
September 05, 2018 18:47 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBRob & JJ are feeling hockey in the air as the calendar has flipped to September. They talk about what they've seen on the ice in workouts before Rob chats with Matt Niskanen about his championship filled summer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Around the NHL with Greg Wyshynski
August 15, 2018 20:54 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBESPN's Greg Wyshynski joins the podcast to talk about what went right for the Caps on their Stanley Cup run, all the big news of the offseason and who the biggest challengers are on the quest for the repeat next season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Falling in love with the game
August 10, 2018 01:22 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBIt's a mailbag podcast! JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir take listener questions about how the Caps will replace Jay Beagle, whether there will be a Stanley Cup hangover and hockey in England! JJ and Tarik also take it way back and talk about how they first fell in love with the game of hockey. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tom Wilson's Day With The Cup
August 06, 2018 21:29 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBRob puts Tarik's vacation on hold to hear about what is what like in Toronto for Tom Wilson's day with The Stanley Cup. Before they get there though they recap the new assistant coaches that were hired and Tarik's says what is was like to see a Caps themed Champions Case at the Hockey Hall of Fame. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
John Walton Reflects on the Championship Run
August 03, 2018 19:44 - 41 minutes - 38 MBRob and Tarik are visited in studio by John Walton, radio voice of the Capitals, as they look back at his most famous calls from the Caps drive to the Stanley Cup. They also look at the winning effect of hockey within the city, the turning points of the season, John's plans for his day w/ the cup, & more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tom Wilson gets paid
August 02, 2018 02:28 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBTom Wilson is back, but at what cost? Did the Caps overpay or will his deal prove to be a bargain? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir discuss top-line Tommy's new deal, the Caps bringing back Brooks Orpik and they take a look at the team's offseason as a whole. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How to fix the playoffs...or make it worse
July 27, 2018 04:05 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBBen Raby joins JJ Regan to talk all things Caps including Brooks Orpik, Todd Reirden and Brian MacLellan. Plus, he has a rather drastic plan to fix the NHL's current playoff format. JJ...disagrees. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
T.J. Oshie Day With The Cup In Minnesota
July 24, 2018 19:27 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBRob is joined by Tarik live from Warroad, Minnesota where T.J. Oshie brought The Cup back to his hometown. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Checking in on Hershey
July 19, 2018 19:52 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBWho stood out at development camp? How will Pheonix Copley look as backup? Which Hershey prospects could push for a spot in the NHL? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir talk all things prospects with the voice of the Hershey Bears, Zack Fisch. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What does the future hold?
July 16, 2018 05:56 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this week's mailbag podcast, JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir answer several questions about the Caps' prospects and Hershey. How does the future look on the farm? Plus, they talk about potential weaknesses, their biggest surprises and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Checking In On The Lightning Offseason
July 12, 2018 19:21 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBRob & Tarik chat with Erik Erlendsson of "Lightning Insider" down in Tampa for the latest on their busy offseason. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Barry Trotz has his work cut out for him
July 11, 2018 21:09 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBBarry Trotz is now the head coach of the New York Islanders, a team that missed the playoffs and just lost their franchise player. So how does next season look on Long Island? Brian Compton of NHL.com joins Rob Carlin and Tarik El-Bashir to preview the Islanders. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Driving for the repeat
July 09, 2018 02:45 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBWill Alex Ovechkin be as driven next season to win his second Stanley Cup? Who will be the Caps' fourth line center? What will be the third defensive pair? It's the mailbag podcast! JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir answer fan questions on everything from a Caps repeat to possible global series locations. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Todd Reirden is officially official
July 04, 2018 05:52 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBTodd Reirden was formally introduced as the head coach of the Washington Capitals making him the 18th head coach in franchise history. JJ Regan, Tarik El-Bashir and Rob Carlin give their thoughts on the new bench boss, plus they discuss NHL free agency and give their takeaways from development camp. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The lost episode
June 28, 2018 22:59 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBIt's the episode you've been waiting for. The long fabled, mythical lost mailbag podcast. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir sat down to answer listener questions...and then Barry Trotz resigned...and then John Carlson signed an extension. What were the real keys to winning the Stanley Cup? Who will be the odd-man out at center? What does the Stanley Cup say about Alex Ovechkin? Listen in for the answers to those questions and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...
Big money John Carlson isn't going anywhere
June 25, 2018 19:41 - 25 minutes - 23 MBJohn Carlson wanted to stay in Washington, but he wasn't going to come cheap. The Capitals ponied up the cash, however, and signed their star defenseman to a big-time, big-money deal that will make him a Capital for the next eight years. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir talk about his new contract, the trade that made it happen and take a look ahead to this week's development camp. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac...
Suddenly the Caps are in need of a head coach
June 19, 2018 21:21 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBLess than two weeks after winning the Stanley Cup, the Caps are in need of a new head coach after the resignation of Barry Trotz. How did we get here and where do both parties go from here? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir break it all down. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Parading into the offseason
June 15, 2018 13:25 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBThe Capitals had their Stanley Cup parade and their final media availability of the season over the week. Hear from Brian MacLellan, Barry Trotz, John Carlson and Philipp Grubauer, plus JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir talk about their experiences at the parade. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Finally
June 10, 2018 05:22 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBFor the first time in franchise history, the Washington Capitals are the Stanley Cup champions! It took the Caps just five games to dispatch the Vegas Golden Knights and bring Lord Stanley to Washington right where he belongs. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir try to make sense of it all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
One more to go
June 05, 2018 21:10 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBAfter two wins at home, the Caps sit just one win away from hoisting the Stanley Cup. A series that looked completely even in Vegas now looks like Washington's to lose. How have the Caps dominated a Vegas team that breezed through the Western Conference? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir break down the series and discuss whether it's already over or if the Golden Knights can battle back. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...
Caps break even in Vegas
June 02, 2018 05:31 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBFor most people if you break even in Vegas, you've had a pretty good trip. The same applies to the Stanley Cup Final as the series shifts to Washington tied at 1. The Caps handed the Golden Knights their first regulation home loss of the postseason, but can Washington take advantage? The Caps have not been nearly as good at home as on the road in the playoffs. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir break down everything from the first two games of the series and look ahead to what is in store...
What happens in Vegas....
May 27, 2018 06:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBWho will hoist Lord Stanley's Cup? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir give their keys to the series and their predictions for the Stanley Cup Final. Plus, JJ speaks with several member from the local media to get their insights and predictions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On to Vegas!
May 25, 2018 04:24 - 28 minutes - 26 MBThe Capitals are the Eastern Conference Champions! After dispatching Tampa Bay in Game 7, the Caps claimed the conference crown for just the second time in franchise history. But they're not done yet. Now it's on to Vegas to face the Golden Knights for the Stanley Cup. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir break down the Caps' win over the Lightning and look ahead to the matchup with the Knights. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19....
A trip to the Stanley Cup Final is on the line
May 22, 2018 21:38 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBThe Eastern Conference Final is going the distance! After losing three straight to the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Capitals won Game 6 to force a Game 7 in Tampa Bay. Can the Caps beat the Lightning one more time and advance to the Stanley Cup Final? JJ Regan, Tarik El-Bashir and special guest cameraman Mike D break it all down. PLEASE NOTE: Due to schedule and time constraints, this podcast was recorded by phone and the audio quality is not up to our usual standards. See Privacy Pol...
Lightning strike twice
May 18, 2018 19:59 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBThe Capitals were in good shape against the Tampa Bay Lightning so long as they didn't allow the power play or Andrei Vasilevskiy to get out. Whoops. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir break down the now tied Eastern Conference Final series and what will be a critical Game 5. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Now who's the underdog?
May 14, 2018 20:49 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBNot many gave the Caps a chance against Tampa Bay, but Washington has jumped out to a 2-0 series lead after winning both Game 1 and Game 2 in Florida. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir look at why the Caps have been so dominant in a series they were supposed to lose, look ahead to see how Washington can finish off the Lightning and answer some listener questions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...
Down with Pittsburgh and on to Tampa
May 10, 2018 04:40 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBThe reign of the Pittsburgh Penguins is over! The Capitals finally defeated the Penguins and will now advance to the Eastern Conference Final to take on the Tampa Bay Lightning. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir wrap up Washington's series win over Pittsburgh and take a look ahead to what awaits the Caps in Tampa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How do you solve a problem like Tom Wilson?
May 04, 2018 20:24 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBTom Wilson was handed a three-game suspension and now the Capitals are in a bind with no clear answer for who to put on the top line. The Caps and Penguins are tied 2-2. How will the series play out and how will the Caps survive the loss of Wilson? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Who has the upper hand?
April 30, 2018 19:10 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBThe Caps and Penguins split Game 1 and Game 2. Which team has the advantage heading into Pittsburgh? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir are joined by special guest Corey Masisak of The Athletic to discuss the series so far, the NHL's decision not to suspend Tom Wilson and how the rest of the series will unfold. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
And so we meet again: Caps vs. Penguins
April 25, 2018 18:15 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBThe Capitals will face the Pittsburgh Penguins in the playoffs for the third consecutive season and for the 11th time in franchise history. Will this year be different? Will the Caps finally take down their arch nemesis? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir break down the Caps-Penguins matchup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Now it's a series
April 20, 2018 21:21 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBThe Caps looked like they were in trouble after Game 1 and Game 2. After two straight wins, however, Washington is in control against the Columbus Blue Jackets. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir talk about what has changed, who will ultimately come out on top and answer a few questions from the listeners. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How do the Caps come back against Columbus?
April 17, 2018 02:01 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBThe Capitals find themselves in a 0-2 hole with the series heading to Columbus. How did we get here and can the Caps dig their way out? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir discuss what they saw in Game 1 and Game 2, the team's goalie situation, the importance of Jakub Vrana and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Why the playoffs are different
April 12, 2018 16:24 - 24 minutes - 22 MBThrow away the regular season, it doesn't matter anymore. Playoff hockey is just different. Why? That's what listeners want to know! JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir answer listener questions in the lead up to Game 1 of the Caps-Blue Jackets series. They talk about playoff hockey, why Columbus is a tough matchup, the Caps' desire to win and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The playoff preview spectacular
April 09, 2018 20:32 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBThe playoffs are finally here! JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir break down the Caps-Columbus first round series and give their picks for the first round of the playoffs. Plus, JJ and Tarik also look over their preseason predictions and have a good laugh at how bad they were. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Let's solve all of the Caps' problems
April 05, 2018 05:42 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBDon't know who should play in the bottom six? How about the third defensive pair? Who should start in goal? Let's solve all of those problems. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir give their optimal lineups for the Caps, discuss possible first round opponents and talk about the impact of the youth movement with players like Brian Pinho and Shane Gersich added to the roster. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...
1,000 games
April 02, 2018 06:24 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBAlex Ovechkin played in his 1,000th career game on Sunday, all 1,000 of which he played as a member of the Washington Capitals. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir talk about Ovechkin's career and hear the thoughts of Ovechkin, Barry Trotz and Ted Leonsis about what 1,000 games means for the player and the franchise. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Who will make the Caps' playoff lineup?
March 30, 2018 22:24 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBAs the playoffs approach the Caps are still figuring out who will play in the bottom six, on the third pair and who will start between the pipes. The listeners want to know about all of them in this week's mailbag podcast. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir answer questions on the goalie saga, Shane Gersich, the team's prospects and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Has Grubauer proven he's a starter or just a great backup?
March 26, 2018 09:00 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBPhilipp Grubauer has played great in relief of Braden Holtby...but isn't that the backup's job? Has he really done enough to be the No. 1 for the playoffs? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir take listener questions on the ongoing saga of the Caps' goalie situation, plus talk about Jay Beagle, Evgeny Kuznetsov and how to break into the hockey world. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How does Brooks Orpik really impact the Caps?
March 22, 2018 04:25 - 26 minutes - 24 MBNo player on the Caps gets more scrutiny than defenseman Brooks Orpik. While the analytics aren't kind when he's on the ice, we got to see what the Caps looked like without him when he was scratched in Philadelphia and...well, his loss was noticeable. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir discuss what Orpik's true impact on the team is as well as John Carlson's monster season and Barry Trotz's new strategy for the goalies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...
Dissecting the Caps' lineup decisions
March 18, 2018 01:16 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBWhy isn't Christian Djoos in the lineup? Should Chandler Stephenson have a larger role with the team? How would bigger ice change the NHL game? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir answer all that and more in the latest mailbag podcast! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Witnessing history
March 14, 2018 20:13 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBAlex Ovechkin joined an elite club with his 600th career goal and we were there to see it. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir discuss what it means and if he could possibly catch Wayne Gretzky. Plus, Philipp Grubauer joins the show to talk about the Caps' goaltending situation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Who will be the next captain of the Caps?
March 12, 2018 00:18 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBWho will be the next to wear the C in Washington? In this week's mailbag podcast, JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir answer listener questions on who will eventually take over as captain for Alex Ovechkin, if the team will re-sign John Carlson, Tom Wilson's reputation, visa issues and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Capitals have a goalie problem
March 08, 2018 04:34 - 27 minutes - 25 MBThe Capitals' momentum from the Stadium Series did not follow them out to California as Braden Holtby struggled once again. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir reminisce about the epic Stadium Series in Annapolis and talk about just where the Caps go from here, both in terms of their goalie and the playoffs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Evaluating the trade deadline moves the Caps did and did not make
February 28, 2018 21:28 - 28 minutes - 26 MBThe Capitals did not join in on the trade frenzy of trade deadline day on Monday. Are Michal Kempny and Jakub Jerabek enough? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir talk about all the moves the Caps did and didn't make, look around at all the moves around the NHL and look ahead to the big Stadium Series game against Toronto. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Is it time for Grubauer to take over?
February 24, 2018 04:49 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBIt's the mail bag pod and everyone is talking about the goalies. The Capitals have two starting caliber goalies on the roster in Braden Holtby and Philipp Grubauer. With Holtby struggling, should Grubauer take over as the team's starter? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir discuss. Plus, is Mike Green still in play, how good are the Caps at scouting, and what is Brian MacLellan's future plan for the team? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at htt...
The Caps add two defensemen, problem solved?
February 21, 2018 22:12 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBThe Capitals got their trade deadline started early by trading for defensemen Michal Kempny and Jakub Jerabek. Washington has been struggling of late, but do their new acquisitions address the team's weaknesses? JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir evaluate the two trades and talk about where they could fit into the lineup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A peek behind the curtain of the Caps
February 19, 2018 05:05 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBIt's the mailbag pod and this week, everyone wants to know about what's going on behind closed doors. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir talk about what happens behind the scenes at practice, what happens and who is speaking in the locker room during games and the dynamic between Barry Trotz and the team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Why the Caps take their foot off the gas, explaining why they are taking fewer shots and a passionate defense of Braden Holtby
February 15, 2018 23:17 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBThe Caps have trouble putting together a full 60-minute game. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir try to explain why, plus get to the root of the team's new offensive philosophy and explain why Braden Holtby is not the problem. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Is Nicklas Hjalmarsson a deadline target?
February 11, 2018 05:07 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBIt's the mailbag pod! JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir answer everything on the mind of the listeners including if the Caps could be interested in defenseman Nicklas Hjalmarsson, more Andre Burakovsky talk, who the Caps could be thinking about trading away and when is it time for prospects to graduate to the NHL? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jay Beagle, the faceoff master
February 08, 2018 22:34 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBJay Beagle remains one of the top faceoff men in the NHL. He joins the podcast to talk about how he dealt with the NHL's new enforcement (at least at the start of the season), how he hones his craft and about his future with the team as he plays out the final year of his current contract. JJ Regan and Tarik El-Bashir also discuss the continued struggles of Andre Burakovsky and the New York Rangers' fire sale. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...