https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jenaya-talks-caps-the-podcast--3365782enHockeyCopyright Jenaya Bennetthttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6f47b7dfa3a29ecad365b118d80f7e45.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jenaya-talks-caps-the-podcast--3365782Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:20:45 +0000Jenaya BennettJenaya Bennettjenayatalkscaps@gmail.comMade by a fan, for the fans --- this mostly Capitals-focused hockey podcast is not for the faint of heart. Bringing you hot takes, lots of sarcasm, lots of chirping, lots of opinions and lots of facts regarding your Washington Capitals and the rest of...trueepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-123-ovechkin-is-back-and-washington-capitals-make-big-splash-in-free-agency--72850591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72850591Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:18:35 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 123 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast sees Jenaya joined by Gil (Power Play Point) and Robbie (SportsOTHP) to discuss the moves made by the Washington Capitals through free agency, including the signings of Boone Jenner and Vincent Desharnais...4556alextuch,allcaps,boonejenner,capitals,carbery,jordankyrou,kyrou,nhl,nhlfreeagency,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,protas,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,tuch,vincentdesharnais,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-122-washington-capitals-swing-big-in-adding-jordan-kyrou-alex-tuch--72701211https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72701211Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:44 +0000Jenaya BennettAn EMERGENCY EPISODE of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast looks at the Washington Capitals taking big swings in adding forwards Jordan Kyrou and Alex Tuch in trades from the St. Louis Blues and Buffalo Sabres, with the NHL Draft less than a week away!3219alextuch,allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,colehutson,hutson,johncarlson,jordankyrou,kyrou,mcmichael,nhl,nhldraft,nhltrades,ovechkin,protas,ryanleonard,tomwilson,tuch,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-121-reaction-to-washington-capitals-season-ending-is-ovechkin-retiring--71485765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71485765Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:16:34 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 121 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast sees Jenaya and Sunny discuss the 2025-2026 NHL season coming to an end for the Washington Capitals via a shootout win by the Philadelphia Flyers, and takes a look at what's next for the Caps as Alex...5361allcaps,capitals,caps,colehutson,dcsports,hutson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,ovechkinretiring,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-120-washington-capitals-disasterclass-vs-rangers-ilya-protas-called-up--71171055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71171055Wed, 08 Apr 2026 02:47:42 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 120 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast looks at the disastrous performance by the Washington Capitals in their game against the New York Rangers on Easter Sunday, which effectively squashed any realistic hope that the Caps had of making a late...6323allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,colehutson,cristall,lakovic,mcmichael,miroshnichenko,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nhlstandings,ovechkin,protas,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-119-washington-capitals-suffer-lackluster-loss-in-st-louis-playoff-hopes-fading--70906307https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70906307Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:56:53 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 119 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast discusses how the same problems have plagued the Washington Capitals all season and how those problems showed up again on Tuesday night in St Louis against the Blues. With Stanley Cup Playoff hopes now...5964allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,colehutson,hutson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nhlstandings,ovechkin,ovechkin1000,protas,ryanleonard,sourdif,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-118-cole-hutson-is-a-washington-capital--70722172https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70722172Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:28:40 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 118 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast looks at Cole Hutson joining the team and the impact that the star defenseman prospect could have on the Washington Capitals as the NHL regular season nears its end.3503allcaps,capitals,carbery,chrispatrick,colehutson,cristall,hutson,johncarlson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nhlstandings,ovechkin,protas,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emergency-trade-deadline-episode-washington-capitals-trade-john-carlson-nic-dowd--70527910https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70527910Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:21:06 +0000Jenaya BennettThe 2026 NHL trade deadline delivered shockwaves for Washington Capitals fans as GM Chris Patrick shipped out long-time franchise defenseman John Carlson and long-time 4th line center Nic Dowd. Jenaya discusses with guest Sunny as well as several fans...5750allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,colehutson,dcsports,johncarlson,kampf,liljegren,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nicdowd,ovechkin,protas,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-115-olympicaps-capitals-tom-wilson-logan-thompson-martin-fehervary-shining-at-olympics--70131990https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70131990Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:49:51 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 115 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast looks at the performances of Washington Capitals players Tom Wilson, Logan Thompson, and Martin Fehervary in the Olympics, including the Tom Wilson Gordie Howe Hat Trick that shook the hockey world. We also...5361allcaps,austonmatthews,binnington,capitals,caps,carbery,crosby,fehervary,loganthompson,mcdavid,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,olympics,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tkachuk,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-114-capitals-come-back-on-habs-ethen-frank-proving-he-belongs--69464285
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]]>2546allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,colehutson,dcsports,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nhlstandings,nhltradedeadline,ovechkin,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,sourdif,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-113-youth-thriving-for-washington-capitals-the-rise-of-justin-sourdif-injury-updates--69340469https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69340469Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:54:40 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 113 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast looks at young players performing in increased roles for the Washington Capitals, what the rise of Justin Sourdif has done for the Caps' lineup, injury updates on Tom Wilson, Aliaksei Protas, and Pierre-Luc...3424allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,dcsports,mcmichael,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,sourdif,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,teamcanada,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-112-state-of-the-washington-capitals-as-holiday-break-nears-dylan-strome-s-game-and-more--69181633https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69181633Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:35:22 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 112 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast is discussing the state of the Washington Capitals as the team prepares for one final game against the New York Rangers before the NHL holiday break, the injuries to Pierre-Luc Dubois and Ryan Leonard and...4084allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,chychrun,dcsports,hutson,loganthompson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nhltradedeadline,ovechkin,protas,ryanleonard,sourdif,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-111-washington-capitals-rolling-ryan-leonard-injury-quinn-hughes-to-caps--69003875
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68726099Mon, 24 Nov 2025 18:28:33 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 109 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast takes a "positive sandwich" approach to talking about the last week of hockey for the Washington Capitals, first looking at how the Caps have been able to start accumulating some standings points again in...
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]]>2610allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,dcsports,dubois,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nhlstandings,ovechkin,pierrelucdubois,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-108-ice-time-distribution-amongst-capitals-forwards-ovechkin-rounding-into-form--68608911Then, near the end we talk about the clues that captain Alex Ovechkin is beginning to round into form after a slow start to the season following missing most of training camp and preseason with a lower-body injury.
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Jenaya...Click 'Subscribe' to make sure you don't miss any future episodes!]]>3590allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,chychrun,dcsports,loganthompson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-104-capitals-win-back-to-back-in-new-york-after-rusty-first-game-protas-dominating--68130433https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68130433Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:42:07 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 104 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast takes a look at the first week of the regular season for the Washington Capitals, where they went 2-1-0 against the Boston Bruins, New York Islanders, and New York Rangers. Jenaya discusses the upwards...1935allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,colehutson,dcsports,loganthompson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-103-washington-capitals-season-preview-hendrix-lapierre-makes-team-after-strong-camp--68044908https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68044908Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:58:48 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Jenaya Talks Caps podcast returns for a new season of Washington Capitals hockey with a season preview for the Caps in 2025-26! Breaking down the Opening Night roster, Spencer Carbery’s line combinations out of training camp, outlooks for some of...2632allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,colehutson,cristall,duhaime,hendrixlapierre,mcmichael,miroshnichenko,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,protas,ryanleonard,sourdif,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-102-panthers-beat-oilers-for-cup-again-capitals-offseason-chatter--66702983Later in the episode, we're taking a look at the Washington Capitals' remaining pending unrestricted free agents and who should stay & who should go for a Caps team that finished 2nd in the regular season standings.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66702983Mon, 23 Jun 2025 04:25:16 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 102 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast has Jenaya and special guest Gil discussing the Stanley Cup Final where the Florida Panthers AGAIN beat Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Edmonton Oilers, this time in 6 games. Later in the episode,...Later in the episode, we're taking a look at the Washington Capitals' remaining pending unrestricted free agents and who should stay & who should go for a Caps team that finished 2nd in the regular season standings.]]>4734allcaps,anthonybeauvillier,beauvillier,bradmarchand,capitals,draisaitl,ekblad,mangiapane,marchand,mcdavid,nhl,nhlplayoffs,oilers,ovechkin,panthers,protas,sambennett,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-101-wrapping-the-playoffs-for-the-capitals--66226054https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66226054Fri, 23 May 2025 13:10:59 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 101 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast looks at what went wrong for the Washington Capitals in their Second Round series against the Carolina Hurricanes.1834allcaps,capitals,carbery,colehutson,cristall,dcsports,hutson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-100-washington-capitals-vs-carolina-hurricanes-playoff-preview--65914497https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65914497Mon, 05 May 2025 07:01:32 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 100 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast previews the upcoming Second Round series between the Washington Capitals and the Carolina Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. And I am joined today by Gil of the Powerplay Point podcast, who helps...4259allcaps,capitals,capscanes,capshurricanes,capsvscanes,capsvshurricanes,carbery,loganthompson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-99-washington-capitals-push-montreal-canadiens-to-brink-the-hit-that-changed-everything--65805870https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65805870Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:22:09 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 99 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast is discussing how the Washington Capitals have been able to push the Montreal Canadiens to the brink of elimination, led by Dylan Strome, Alex Ovechkin, Logan Thompson, and a potentially series-changing hit...1481allcaps,capitals,capshabs,capsvshabs,carbery,chychrun,hutson,loganthompson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-98-washington-capitals-vs-montreal-canadiens-playoff-preview--65641179Also in this episode: The latest injury updates for Aliaksei Protas, Logan Thompson, and Martin Fehervary.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65641179Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:32:04 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 98 of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast previews the First Round series between the Washington Capitals and the Montreal Canadiens, including projected lineups and X-factors for each team. Also in this episode: The latest injury updates for...Also in this episode: The latest injury updates for Aliaksei Protas, Logan Thompson, and Martin Fehervary.]]>2128allcaps,capitals,capshabs,capsvshabs,carbery,chychrun,demidov,fehervary,loganthompson,montembeault,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,protas,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-97-ovechkin-scores-895-to-break-gretzky-s-record-protas-thompson-injured--65508786https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65508786Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:47:03 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode, we are excitedly discussing Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record and NOT SO EXCITEDLY discussing injuries to Aliaksei Protas and Logan Thompson.1923allcaps,capitals,carbery,dcsports,gr8chase,gr8ness,loganthompson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,ovi,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-96-everyone-is-contributing-for-washington-capitals-during-rise-to-top-of-nhl--65132055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65132055Wed, 26 Mar 2025 11:35:10 +0000Jenaya BennettOn this week’s episode of the Jenaya Talks Caps podcast, Jenaya’s taking a look at what’s behind the success of the Washington Capitals this season, why it’s sustainable, and how it differs from some of the other teams around the NHL.1365allcaps,capitals,carbery,chychrun,dcsports,gr8chase,gretzky,loganthompson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,protas,rockthered,sandin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-95-the-eastern-conference-wildcard-picture-how-it-affects-the-washington-capitals--64973204https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64973204Wed, 19 Mar 2025 12:32:13 +0000Jenaya BennettOn this week's episode, we dive into the Eastern Conference wildcard race and how it's shaping up with possible playoff opponents for our own Washington Capitals.1409allcaps,capitals,carbery,chychrun,dcsports,gr8chase,loganthompson,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nhlstandings,ovechkin,protas,rockthered,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-94-nhl-trade-deadline-capitals-add-beauvillier-hurricanes-weaken-themselves-marchand-to-panthers-and-more--64809263-The Caps add Anthony Beauvillier from the Penguins
-The Carolina Hurricanes make a mess of themselves by trading for Mikko Rantanen without ever having asked him if he even wanted to re-sign with them
-The New Jersey Devils have big injury concerns
-The Boston Bruins are cleaning house and they ship their captain Brad Marchand to the rival Florida Panthers, who also added Seth Jones in a trade from the Chicago Blackhawks
-The Tampa Bay Lightning bring back Yanni Gourde and also add Oliver Bjorkstrand
-The Toronto Maple Leafs pay a big price for Scott Laughton and Brandon Carlo
-The Ottawa Senators and the Buffalo Sabres swap young core forward pieces
-The Dallas Stars trade for AND SIGN Mikko Rantanen
-The Colorado Avalanche make a number of shrewd moves, adding Brock Nelson from the New York Islanders and Charlie Coyle from the Bruins, among others
-The Edmonton Oilers still don't have a goalie
-The Vegas Golden Knights reunite with Reilly Smith
And more!
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64809263Tue, 11 Mar 2025 12:24:52 +0000Jenaya BennettEpisode 94 of Jenaya Talks Caps: The Podcast discussing this season's NHL trade deadline and its implications for our Washington Capitals: -The Caps add Anthony Beauvillier from the Penguins -The Carolina Hurricanes make a mess of themselves by...-The Caps add Anthony Beauvillier from the Penguins
-The Carolina Hurricanes make a mess of themselves by trading for Mikko Rantanen without ever having asked him if he even wanted to re-sign with them
-The New Jersey Devils have big injury concerns
-The Boston Bruins are cleaning house and they ship their captain Brad Marchand to the rival Florida Panthers, who also added Seth Jones in a trade from the Chicago Blackhawks
-The Tampa Bay Lightning bring back Yanni Gourde and also add Oliver Bjorkstrand
-The Toronto Maple Leafs pay a big price for Scott Laughton and Brandon Carlo
-The Ottawa Senators and the Buffalo Sabres swap young core forward pieces
-The Dallas Stars trade for AND SIGN Mikko Rantanen
-The Colorado Avalanche make a number of shrewd moves, adding Brock Nelson from the New York Islanders and Charlie Coyle from the Bruins, among others
-The Edmonton Oilers still don't have a goalie
-The Vegas Golden Knights reunite with Reilly Smith
And more!
]]>1606allcaps,beauvillier,capitals,chychrun,colehutson,gr8chase,loganthompson,marchand,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nhltradedeadline,ovechkin,protas,rantanen,ryanleonard,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-93-underlying-numbers-say-the-washington-capitals-hot-start-isn-t-an-accident--62540270https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62540270Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:04:51 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals' hot start to the season is being fueled by strong underlying numbers at 5-on-5, both on offense and on defense.1476allcaps,capitals,carbery,chychrun,dcsports,dylanstrome,hendrixlapierre,mattroy,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,pierrelucdubois,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-92-early-returns-good-for-washington-capitals--62404308https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62404308Thu, 17 Oct 2024 22:28:39 +0000Jenaya BennettJenaya dives into the first week of games for the Washington Capitals and discusses early returns from newcomers Jakob Chychrun, Pierre-Luc Dubois, Andrew Mangiapane, Brandon Duhaime, Taylor Raddysh, and Logan Thompson, plus the return of Jakub Vrana...1361allcaps,capitals,carbery,chychrun,connormcmichael,dubois,jakubvrana,loganthompson,mangiapane,mattroy,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,pierrelucdubois,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-91-washington-capitals-season-preview-metropolitan-division-predictions--62338347https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62338347Sat, 12 Oct 2024 02:05:25 +0000Jenaya BennettThe podcast is back as Jenaya previews the Washington Capitals lineup for the 2024-2025 season, and then gives predictions for the Metropolitan Division as a whole.1988allcaps,capitals,carbery,carolinahurricanes,chychrun,newjerseydevils,newyorkislanders,newyorkrangers,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,njdevils,nyislanders,nyr,ovechkin,pittsburghpenguins,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-90-unserious-offseason-series-let-s-play-a-game--61089353https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61089353Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:24:41 +0000Jenaya BennettDetermined to still bring you hockey content even during the summer months, Jenaya (and a guest) dive into a game of 'Party With, Study With, Play (on a line) With' involving some big NHL names, which quickly devolves but is fun nonetheless. Featuring...1502allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,caps,carbery,crosby,draisaitl,marner,mcdavid,mitchmarner,nhl,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,sidneycrosby,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-89-capitals-get-younger-faster-better--60694903https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60694903Mon, 15 Jul 2024 11:31:17 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals have used this offseason to beef up their forward group, defense core, and goaltending tandem in a series of moves through both trades and free agency. Jenaya is here to break down the additions of Jakob Chychrun, Matt Roy,...2833allcaps,capitals,caps,charlielindgren,chychrun,colehutson,duhaime,loganthompson,mangiapane,mattroy,muggli,nhl,nhlfreeagency,oshie,ovechkin,parascak,pierrelucdubois,protas,raddysh,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-88-analyzing-the-pierre-luc-dubois-trade-for-the-capitals--60523734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60523734Thu, 27 Jun 2024 05:32:46 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals made a big trade with the Los Angeles Kings, swapping Darcy Kuemper for Pierre-Luc Dubois 1-for-1. In this week’s episode, Jenaya breaks down exactly what this trade means for the Caps, in terms of their salary cap, the player...2503allcaps,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,carbery,darcykuemper,dubois,hersheybears,kuemper,nhl,nhldraft,nhlfreeagency,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,pierrelucdubois,spencercarbery,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-87-what-can-the-washington-capitals-do-to-get-back-into-series-against-the-rangers--59671011https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59671011Fri, 26 Apr 2024 22:21:27 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals trail the New York Rangers 2-0 in their best-of-7 series in the First Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Jenaya breaks down 5 things that need to improve for the underdog Capitals if they're going to come back in the series.1509allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,caps,carbery,charlielindgren,lindgren,mcmichael,miroshnichenko,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nickjensen,oshie,ovechkin,sandin,spencercarbery,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-86-for-washington-capitals-it-s-win-and-you-re-in--59483000https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59483000Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:57:14 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals can guarantee themselves a trip to the Stanley Cup Playoffs by winning their last two regular season games, against the Boston Bruins and the Philadelphia Flyers. Jenaya breaks down how the Caps have gotten themselves to this...2546allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,charlielindgren,johncarlson,lindgren,malenstyn,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nhlwildcard,nicdowd,nickjensen,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-85-this-rollercoaster-of-a-washington-capitals-season--59385139https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59385139Wed, 10 Apr 2024 05:47:29 +0000Jenaya BennettThis Washington Capitals season has been a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs. We're here to break down the Caps' 6-game losing streak, how they can fix it, and what positives they can draw from this tough stretch, whether they make the playoffs or not.1112allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,caps,carbery,dcsports,lindgren,mcmichael,miroshnichenko,nhl,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,strome,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-84-if-washington-capitals-make-playoffs-is-spencer-carbery-coach-of-the-year--59191170https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59191170Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:30:50 +0000Jenaya BennettFirst-year NHL head coach Spencer Carbery has the Washington Capitals exceeding expectations this season. If the Capitals do in fact make the Stanley Cup Playoffs, should Carbery be the NHL's Coach of the Year? Jenaya breaks down why he's making a...1208allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,charlielindgren,dcsports,hendrixlapierre,mcmichael,miroshnichenko,nhl,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,rockthered,spencercarbery,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-83-washington-capitals-have-fought-their-way-back-into-playoff-contention--59093526https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59093526Mon, 18 Mar 2024 22:43:30 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals have fought their way all the way back in the Eastern Conference playoff race and now sit just 1 point out of a playoff spot entering Monday night's game in Calgary.1356allcaps,capitals,caps,carbery,charlielindgren,hendrixlapierre,lapierre,lindgren,malenstyn,mcmichael,miroshnichenko,nhl,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,protas,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-82-how-far-should-the-washington-capitals-go-at-this-year-s-trade-deadline--58964224https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58964224Thu, 07 Mar 2024 22:21:39 +0000Jenaya BennettWith the NHL trade deadline fast approaching on March 8th, we've got you covered as far as the Washington Capitals are concerned. In this week's episode, we ponder just how far the Caps should go selling at this year's deadline with the team still...2369allcaps,aubekubel,capitals,caps,carbery,charlielindgren,darcykuemper,dowd,edmundson,joeledmundson,kuemper,lindgren,malenstyn,mantha,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nhltradedeadline,nicdowd,pacioretty,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-81-the-washington-capitals-are-good-again-top-5-reasons-why-it-s-sustainable--57771298https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57771298Wed, 22 Nov 2023 21:44:31 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals are rolling, at 8-1-1 in their last 10 games. Jenaya breaks down the top-5 reasons why this success should be sustainable for the Caps.1106allcaps,backstrom,capitals,caps,carbery,dcsports,fehervary,kuznetsov,mantha,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-80-the-nicklas-backstrom-episode--57492054https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57492054Fri, 03 Nov 2023 05:01:10 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals had to endure a potentially franchise-altering announcement this week as longtime centerman Nicklas Backstrom steps away from the game indefinitely due to ongoing injury issues. Jenaya breaks down what the franchise centerman...1275allcaps,backstrom,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,carbery,dcsports,kuznetsov,mcmichael,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nickbackstrom,nicklasbackstrom,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-79-observations-question-marks-of-washington-capitals-season-so-far--57364462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57364462Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:00:30 +0000Jenaya BennettJenaya gives Caps fans 5 things to watch for as the Washington Capitals’ season rolls along.1534allcaps,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,carbery,dcsports,kuznetsov,matthewphillips,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rockthered,sandin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-78-capitals-finding-their-footing-under-spencer-carbery--57284191https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57284191Wed, 18 Oct 2023 07:05:16 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals dropped their season opener to the Pittsburgh Penguins, but bounced back with a big win against the Calgary Flames in Game #2, thanks to a 38-save effort from Darcy Kuemper and a couple of clutch goals from a couple of their...1305allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,carbery,dcsports,kuznetsov,matthewphillips,mcmichael,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-77-washington-capitals-season-preview-jenaya-s-unhinged-predictions-for-2023-2024--57189536
Then, Jenaya gives some bold predictions for the 2023-2024 season, including who's in and who's out in the Eastern Conference playoff picture.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57189536Wed, 11 Oct 2023 06:22:13 +0000Jenaya BennettThe NHL is back, and so is your favourite Washington Capitals podcast! In this week's episode, Jenaya gives the season preview for the Caps, including the forward group, the defense corps, the goaltenders, and a new coaching staff that brings with it...
Then, Jenaya gives some bold predictions for the 2023-2024 season, including who's in and who's out in the Eastern Conference playoff picture.]]>3006allcaps,backstrom,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,carbery,kuemper,kuznetsov,mcmichael,nhl,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,rockthered,sandin,stanleycup,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-76-capitals-make-out-like-bandits-in-draft-get-good-value-in-pacioretty-edmundson--56011866https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56011866Thu, 06 Jul 2023 10:56:16 +0000Jenaya BennettThe podcast is back to break down the NHL Entry Draft, where the Capitals nabbed Ryan Leonard and Andrew Cristall, among others. We talk the Caps' bright future after cleaning up at the last two drafts, as well as the value the Caps are getting with...1899allcaps,andrewcristall,capitals,caps,carbery,cristall,edmundson,joeledmundson,kuznetsov,mantha,miroshnichenko,nhl,nhldraft,nhlfreeagency,nhlplayoffs,pacioretty,ryanleonard,spencercarbery,suzdalev,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-75-ow-canada-maple-leafs-oilers-kicked-to-the-curb-as-canada-s-cup-drought-will-hit-30-years--53923727https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53923727Thu, 18 May 2023 22:09:04 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode, Jenaya discusses the Toronto Maple Leafs' & Edmonton Oilers' unflattering exits from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including why Leafs fans' hopeful comparisons of their Leafs to the pre-Cup Ovechkin-era Washington Capitals are...1316allcaps,austonmatthews,capitals,caps,dubas,keefe,kyledubas,leafs,marner,matthews,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oilers,ovechkin,sheldonkeefe,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tavares,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-74-bruins-author-biggest-choke-in-nhl-history-panthers-kraken-are-rolling--53738108https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53738108Thu, 04 May 2023 10:31:12 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode, Jenaya's got your wrap-up of all of the craziness that unfolded in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including the Boston Bruins completing a choke-job for the ages.1942allcaps,avs,bobrovsky,bruins,capitals,caps,dallasstars,dcsports,floridapanthers,goldenknights,kraken,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,panthers,seattlekraken,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tkachuk,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-73-underdogs-putting-a-scare-into-the-top-seeded-teams-as-nhl-playoffs-get-underway--53609820https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53609820Fri, 21 Apr 2023 22:42:05 +0000Jenaya BennettThe top-seeded Bruins, Devils, Leafs, Knights, Avalanche, Stars, and Oilers have all lost their home ice advantage after dropping games at home to open their series. How will it all shake out? Who’s the most likely to fall victim to the dreaded upset?...1891allcaps,becauseitsthecup,bruins,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,cernak,hedman,leafs,newyorkrangers,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nyrangers,oilers,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,washingtoncapitals,winnipegjetstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-72-capitals-penguins-on-different-trajectories-as-both-miss-playoffs--53535991https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53535991Fri, 14 Apr 2023 14:19:59 +0000Jenaya BennettNormally this is the time of year where we’re previewing playoff series for the Caps and Pens, but with both teams missing the playoffs for the first time since Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby’s rookie seasons, we’re instead diving into a look at the...2631alexeyev,allcaps,capitals,caps,fehervary,hendrixlapierre,kuznetsov,laviolette,mantha,mcmichael,miroshnichenko,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,suzdalev,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-71-3-studs-3-duds-of-this-washington-capitals-season--53449743https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53449743Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:44:05 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode, we look at 3 bright spots from this Washington Capitals season (3 "studs"), as well as 3 not-so-bright spots (3 "duds").1740allcaps,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,dylanstrome,kuznetsov,laviolette,mantha,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nicdowd,oshie,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,strome,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-70-let-s-talk-about-the-anthony-mantha-sized-elephant-in-the-room--53384095https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53384095Wed, 29 Mar 2023 23:00:29 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode, Jenaya recaps what was essentially the biggest game of the Capitals' season in Pittsburgh against the Penguins, including what happened on the Anthony Mantha turnover and why the coaching staff had him out on the ice at that...1327allcaps,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,dcsports,kuznetsov,laviolette,mantha,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rockthered,sandin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-69-kuemper-injury-was-final-nail-in-coffin-ovechkin-shatters-another-gretzky-record--53317178https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53317178Thu, 23 Mar 2023 22:16:31 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode, Jenaya talks the injury to Darcy Kuemper and the Caps' coaching staff's use of the Caps' goaltenders in general, a long list of milestones and NHL records for Alex Ovechkin this season, plus Peter Laviolette's future and a...1878allcaps,capitals,caps,dcsports,dylanstrome,johncarlson,kuemper,laviolette,lindgren,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rockthered,sandin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-68-capitals-d-core-for-next-season-starting-to-take-shape-what-the-numbers-are-saying--53208787https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53208787Wed, 15 Mar 2023 09:48:02 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode, Jenaya details how the Capitals' D-core for next season is starting to take shape, with a deep dive into the numbers providing some insight on what we can expect from them. Just how important is John Carlson to this team's...2838alexeyev,allcaps,capitals,caps,dcsports,fehervary,iorio,johncarlson,laviolette,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nickjensen,ovechkin,rasmussandin,sandin,tomwilson,tvr,vanriemsdyk,vinnyiorio,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-67-thoughts-on-the-capitals-the-trade-deadline-orlov-hathaway-chychrun--52875012https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52875012Tue, 28 Feb 2023 10:32:40 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps made their first move ahead of the 2023 NHL trade deadline, sending defenseman Dmitry Orlov and right wing Garnet Hathaway to the Boston Bruins. Jenaya breaks down what it means for the Caps moving forward, who else we might see shipped out...1321allcaps,capitals,caps,chychrun,craigsmith,eller,hathaway,johncarlson,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nhltradedeadline,nickjensen,orlov,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,tradedeadline,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-66-what-s-wrong-with-the-caps--52807176https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52807176Tue, 21 Feb 2023 23:19:34 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode, Jenaya answers listeners' questions regarding the current state of the team and the playoff picture in the Eastern Conference.1754allcaps,backstrom,capitals,caps,dcsports,dowd,johncarlson,kuznetsov,mantha,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nicdowd,oshie,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-65-we-re-back-baby-the-caps-return-and-so-does-our-podcast--52725736
-What went right against the Bruins
-What went wrong against the Sharks
-The current playoff picture in the East
-Caps' injury updates
-Why All-Star Weekend is about as exciting as watching paint dry

All that & more in today's episode!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52725736Tue, 14 Feb 2023 11:28:31 +0000Jenaya BennettAfter a long layoff, the podcast returns as the Caps return from the All-Star break with a set of back-to-back games against the Boston Bruins & the San Jose Sharks! We dive into: -What went right against the Bruins -What went wrong against the...
-What went right against the Bruins
-What went wrong against the Sharks
-The current playoff picture in the East
-Caps' injury updates
-Why All-Star Weekend is about as exciting as watching paint dry

All that & more in today's episode!]]>2331allcaps,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,dcsports,hockey,johncarlson,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nicdowd,ovechkin,rockthered,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-64-the-very-latest-on-tom-wilson-s-injury-caps-have-chance-to-kill-the-king--49739444
The Caps have been without Tom Wilson since early in Game 1 due to a lower body injury; everything we've been able to find out about his status is in this episode.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49739444Tue, 10 May 2022 10:52:27 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals lost a heartbreaker in Game 4 but they're tied 2-2 in their series overall against the Presidents' trophy-winning Florida Panthers, having outplayed the Panthers for a majority of the series so far. The Caps have been without...
The Caps have been without Tom Wilson since early in Game 1 due to a lower body injury; everything we've been able to find out about his status is in this episode.]]>4163allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,caps,kuznetsov,laviolette,mantha,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,rmnb,rockthered,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-63-tale-of-the-tape-5-keys-for-capitals-panthers-series--49637535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49637535Tue, 03 May 2022 09:53:12 +0000Jenaya BennettEverything you need to get ready for Caps-Panthers! In today's episode we've got the full tale of the tape between the two teams, revisiting how their three-game regular season series went, plus Jenaya gives you her five keys for the Caps to walk away...1565allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,caps,dcsports,floridapanthers,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,panthers,rmnb,rockthered,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,timetohunt,unleashthefury,vanecek,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-62-the-latest-on-ovechkin-s-injury-possible-playoff-opponents-for-caps--49556066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49556066Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:45:58 +0000Jenaya BennettAlex Ovechkin crashed shoulder-first into the boards after a trip by Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Erik Kallgren on Sunday night and was forced to leave the game with the resulting upper body injury. We have the latest on Ovi's status, plus a look at...1732alexovechkin,allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,dcsports,gr8,laviolette,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rmnb,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-61-the-eastern-conference-playoff-goaltending-picture-is-going-to-be-very-interesting-samsonov-or-vanecek-for-caps--49472377https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49472377Mon, 18 Apr 2022 23:25:08 +0000Jenaya BennettAs the Stanley Cup Playoffs draw ever nearer, it's shaping up to be a wild goaltending picture in the Eastern Conference. Jenaya breaks it down for you and also takes a closer look at the Caps' own personal goaltending battle between Ilya Samsonov &...1917allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,laviolette,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nyr,ovechkin,samsonov,shesterkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,swayman,tomwilson,vanecek,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-60-caps-rattle-off-3-straight-huge-wins-against-lightning-penguins-bruins--49410480https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49410480Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:51:21 +0000Jenaya BennettAlex Ovechkin, Tom Wilson, John Carlson all have big weeks for the Caps as they beat the Tampa Bay Lightning, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Boston Bruins to go 3-0-0 for the week and gain on the Penguins in the Metropolitan Division race.1987allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,dcsports,fehervary,johncarlson,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rmnb,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,vanecek,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-59-special-teams-hell--48667818https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48667818Thu, 10 Feb 2022 07:53:43 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps' play at even-strength has been terrific this season despite an onslaught of injuries, but they're finding new & exciting ways to lose games on special teams. Jenaya breaks it down for you.1808allcaps,blaineforsythe,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,dcsports,kuznetsov,mantha,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nhltradedeadline,oshie,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-58-caps-take-3-straight-6-of-8-overall-against-trotz-s-isles-remain-in-1st-place--44552028
Alex Ovechkin & Justin Schultz remain day-to-day with lower-body injuries. The Caps will play the Pittsburgh Penguins on both Thursday & Saturday.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44552028Thu, 29 Apr 2021 05:40:24 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps go 3-for-3 in their mini-series against the New York Islanders, including 2 shutouts (1 by Ilya Samsonov & 1 by Vitek Vanecek) ... The Caps outscored the Isles 7-0 at even-strength over the 3-game set. Alex Ovechkin & Justin Schultz remain...
Alex Ovechkin & Justin Schultz remain day-to-day with lower-body injuries. The Caps will play the Pittsburgh Penguins on both Thursday & Saturday.]]>1322allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,capspens,capsvspens,chara,mantha,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,samsonov,sprong,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,vanecek,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-57-trade-deadline-special-caps-complete-blockbuster-to-get-mantha-from-wings--44341684https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44341684Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:05:23 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps complete a massive trade to get a behemoth of a forward from the Wings, the Boston Bruins try to solve their scoring issues by trading for Taylor Hall, the New York Islanders hope they've found their Anders Lee replacement, and more from...2642allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,bruins,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,islanders,mantha,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nhltradedeadline,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,taylorhall,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-56-ovechkin-caps-are-flaming-hot-buffalo-sabres-tim-peel-and-more--44108145https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44108145Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:27:09 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode, we take a look at what's fuelling the Caps' NHL-best 17-3-1 record over the last month and a half, as well as breaking down just how dominant Alex Ovechkin really is (Hint: Very, very dominant). Then, we play 'Onside/Offside',...2512allcaps,becauseitsthecup,buffalosabres,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,nashvillepredators,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,sabres,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,timpeel,tomwilson,vanecek,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-55-ovechkin-flies-past-esposito-corsi-does-not-cause-toe-picks-and-more--44010800-Sidney Crosby's never-ending whining
-Quinn Hughes & a complete lack of defense
-How long until the Rangers are contenders?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44010800Tue, 23 Mar 2021 03:23:44 +0000Jenaya BennettAlex Ovechkin climbs to 6th all-time on the NHL goals list, the Caps see their 7-game win streak snapped ON MY BIRTHDAY!, people are being unnecessarily mean to Brenden Dillon, and, in this week's Onside/Offside segment: -Sidney Crosby's never-ending...-Sidney Crosby's never-ending whining
-Quinn Hughes & a complete lack of defense
-How long until the Rangers are contenders?]]>2344allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,eller,newyorkrangers,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rangers,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,vanecek,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-54-it-s-always-sunny-in-philadelphia--43904273https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43904273Mon, 15 Mar 2021 23:09:18 +0000Jenaya BennettIn today’s episode, we’re talking Caps’ domination in the city of brotherly love and an overall dominant run from the Caps over the last month (9-1-1 record), as well as milestones for Alex Ovechkin & Nicklas Backstrom, and then to close the show we...2133allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,caps,capshockey,dcsports,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,vanecek,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-53-the-positive-sandwich--43804134
-The top bun, beginning at 1:35, is what's fuelling the Caps' NHL-best 8-2-1 record over the last month.
-The meat in the middle, beginning at 13:25, is a little chat about the NHL Department Of Player Safety's vendetta against Caps forward Tom Wilson.
-And the bottom bun, beginning at 30:40, is our heartfelt congratulations to Nicklas Backstrom for having now dished out 700 tasty apples in his already legendary career.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43804134Tue, 09 Mar 2021 07:45:57 +0000Jenaya BennettIn today's episode, we serve up a good old-fashioned Positive Sandwich: -The top bun, beginning at 1:35, is what's fuelling the Caps' NHL-best 8-2-1 record over the last month. -The meat in the middle, beginning at 13:25, is a little chat about the...
-The top bun, beginning at 1:35, is what's fuelling the Caps' NHL-best 8-2-1 record over the last month.
-The meat in the middle, beginning at 13:25, is a little chat about the NHL Department Of Player Safety's vendetta against Caps forward Tom Wilson.
-And the bottom bun, beginning at 30:40, is our heartfelt congratulations to Nicklas Backstrom for having now dished out 700 tasty apples in his already legendary career.]]>1934allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,chara,nhl,nhldepartmentofplayersafety,nhldops,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,vanecek,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-52-deep-caps-overcoming-early-adversity-to-jump-out-to-1st-place-in-east--43119837-Caps stepping up in absence of Ovechkin, Kuznetsov, Wilson, Orlov, Samsonov
-Where are the power plays?
-Who won the Laine/Dubois trade?
-Matthew Tkachuk with another accidentally-on-purpose play that has Leafs fans upset
-The Vancouver Canucks are a nuclear level of terrible]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43119837Tue, 26 Jan 2021 06:13:15 +0000Jenaya BennettIn today's episode: -Caps stepping up in absence of Ovechkin, Kuznetsov, Wilson, Orlov, Samsonov -Where are the power plays? -Who won the Laine/Dubois trade? -Matthew Tkachuk with another accidentally-on-purpose play that has Leafs fans upset -The...-Caps stepping up in absence of Ovechkin, Kuznetsov, Wilson, Orlov, Samsonov
-Where are the power plays?
-Who won the Laine/Dubois trade?
-Matthew Tkachuk with another accidentally-on-purpose play that has Leafs fans upset
-The Vancouver Canucks are a nuclear level of terrible]]>1875allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,kuznetsov,laine,mcmichael,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,orlov,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,vanecek,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-51-caps-season-preview-special--42893610-A recap of the Caps' offseason moves
-Wrapping up training camp, projecting the Caps' opening night roster
-Projecting individual stats for Caps players this season
-Projecting the East Division standings]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42893610Tue, 12 Jan 2021 04:39:36 +0000Jenaya BennettIn today's episode: -A recap of the Caps' offseason moves -Wrapping up training camp, projecting the Caps' opening night roster -Projecting individual stats for Caps players this season -Projecting the East Division standings-A recap of the Caps' offseason moves
-Wrapping up training camp, projecting the Caps' opening night roster
-Projecting individual stats for Caps players this season
-Projecting the East Division standings]]>2949allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,johncarlson,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitals,washingtondctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-50-what-might-the-caps-do-at-the-draft-in-free-agency--41315970https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41315970Mon, 05 Oct 2020 23:32:16 +0000Jenaya BennettBuckle up for a wild week that includes the NHL Entry Draft & the start of the free agency period. What might the Caps do? Are they going to hold onto their 1st Round pick? Are they going to make a trade? Plus, the latest on Brenden Dillon, and don’t...1149allcaps,becauseitsthecup,brendendillon,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dillon,henriklundqvist,holtby,lundqvist,nhl,nhldraft,nhlfreeagency,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,panik,richardpanik,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-49-game-4-recap-where-the-hell-was-that-all-series--40424755The Caps will look to replicate their Game 4 effort in another must-win game on Thursday.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40424755Thu, 20 Aug 2020 17:28:18 +0000Jenaya BennettIt took 10 periods, but the Caps finally showed up to play for the last 40 minutes of Game 4 against the New York Islanders, earning a huge win to extend the series (and their season). Alex Ovechkin scored his 3rd & 4th goals of the series and Evgeny...The Caps will look to replicate their Game 4 effort in another must-win game on Thursday.]]>1221allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,holtby,johncarlson,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,reirden,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,trotz,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-48-qualifying-round-madness-caps-isles-preview-round-1-predictions--40259606-Phase 2 of the NHL draft lottery AKA the Alexis Lafreniere sweepstakes
-Welcome to Upset Town, Population: Pittsburgh Penguins
-Caps VS. Islanders preview
-Predictions for the rest of the Round 1 matchups]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40259606Tue, 11 Aug 2020 06:01:15 +0000Jenaya BennettIn today's episode: -Phase 2 of the NHL draft lottery AKA the Alexis Lafreniere sweepstakes -Welcome to Upset Town, Population: Pittsburgh Penguins -Caps VS. Islanders preview -Predictions for the rest of the Round 1 matchups-Phase 2 of the NHL draft lottery AKA the Alexis Lafreniere sweepstakes
-Welcome to Upset Town, Population: Pittsburgh Penguins
-Caps VS. Islanders preview
-Predictions for the rest of the Round 1 matchups]]>2327allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,holtby,islanders,johncarlson,newyorkislanders,nhl,nhlplayoffs,nyislanders,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,trotz,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-47-hockey-s-back-and-the-caps-look-pretty-good--40135065-The top line's hot start
-Braden Holtby in playoff form
-Comeback Caps do it again to earn point against Bolts
-John Carlson's injury status]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40135065Tue, 04 Aug 2020 05:48:55 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps beat the Hurricanes, and then fall to the Lightning in a shootout. -The top line's hot start -Braden Holtby in playoff form -Comeback Caps do it again to earn point against Bolts -John Carlson's injury status-The top line's hot start
-Braden Holtby in playoff form
-Comeback Caps do it again to earn point against Bolts
-John Carlson's injury status]]>1416allcaps,backstrom,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dillon,holtby,johncarlson,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlphase4,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,reirden,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-we-have-an-actual-game-to-preview-for-the-first-time-in-4-months--40011492-The 31-man roster the Caps are bringing to Toronto
-Samsonov injured; will miss postseason
-And for the first time in 4+ months, the Caps will play an actual hockey game against an actual opponent --- we've got your Caps/Hurricanes preview right here]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40011492Tue, 28 Jul 2020 06:18:33 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode: -The 31-man roster the Caps are bringing to Toronto -Samsonov injured; will miss postseason -And for the first time in 4+ months, the Caps will play an actual hockey game against an actual opponent --- we've got your...-The 31-man roster the Caps are bringing to Toronto
-Samsonov injured; will miss postseason
-And for the first time in 4+ months, the Caps will play an actual hockey game against an actual opponent --- we've got your Caps/Hurricanes preview right here]]>1075allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,holtby,johncarlson,kovalchuk,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlphase4,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitals,washingtondctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-johnny4norris-other-nhl-awards-buzz-kempny-alexeyev-are-back-dillon-to-re-sign-w-caps--39877178-John Carlson named a finalist for the Norris trophy but not so fast because it wouldn't be the first time a Capitals defenseman who deserves to win it gets robbed...
-Finalists for other NHL awards, including a couple of head-scratchers for the Lady Byng Memorial trophy...
-Schedule change for the Caps
-How is the NHL going to deal with potty mouths on live broadcasts in empty arenas?
-Brenden Dillon says he wants to stay with Caps, and that his agent & Brian MacLellan are talking contract extension
-Torey Krug leaving Bruins?
-Canucks looking to trade Brock Boeser?
-And finally, Michal Kempny & Alex Alexeyev are back on the ice with the Caps, and Kempny's position on the depth chart in training camp might surprise you... We take a look at why Reirden has him slotted where he does & what it could mean for the Caps if he's really healthy again.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39877178Tue, 21 Jul 2020 05:42:07 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode: -John Carlson named a finalist for the Norris trophy but not so fast because it wouldn't be the first time a Capitals defenseman who deserves to win it gets robbed... -Finalists for other NHL awards, including a couple of...-John Carlson named a finalist for the Norris trophy but not so fast because it wouldn't be the first time a Capitals defenseman who deserves to win it gets robbed...
-Finalists for other NHL awards, including a couple of head-scratchers for the Lady Byng Memorial trophy...
-Schedule change for the Caps
-How is the NHL going to deal with potty mouths on live broadcasts in empty arenas?
-Brenden Dillon says he wants to stay with Caps, and that his agent & Brian MacLellan are talking contract extension
-Torey Krug leaving Bruins?
-Canucks looking to trade Brock Boeser?
-And finally, Michal Kempny & Alex Alexeyev are back on the ice with the Caps, and Kempny's position on the depth chart in training camp might surprise you... We take a look at why Reirden has him slotted where he does & what it could mean for the Caps if he's really healthy again.]]>1480allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,dcsports,dillon,holtby,johncarlson,kempny,nhl,nhlawards,nhlhockey,nhlphase3,nhlphase4,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-44-we-ve-got-a-training-camp-to-talk-about--39603447https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39603447Tue, 14 Jul 2020 05:13:03 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode we have everything you need to know about the Caps return to the ice/the start of training camp. Who's on the Caps' 34-man roster for the postseason? Is anyone opting out? Who are the extras and could any of them crack the...1661allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,holtby,johncarlson,kovalchuk,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlphase3,nhlphase4,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-43-talking-draft-lottery-hub-cities-and-an-incoming-cba-extension--36733238-Discussing the sh*t-show that was Phase 1 of the NHL Draft Lottery (Detroit Red Wings fans --- We really, really feel for you)
-The latest on the hub cities
-An extension of the NHL/NHLPA Collective Bargaining Agreement appears to be imminent --- and we have some important details (Hint: NHL players going back to the Olympics?!)
-Updated timeline for Phase 3 & Phase 4 of the NHL's return-to-play plan]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/36733238Tue, 07 Jul 2020 04:27:44 +0000Jenaya BennettIn today's episode: -Discussing the sh*t-show that was Phase 1 of the NHL Draft Lottery (Detroit Red Wings fans --- We really, really feel for you) -The latest on the hub cities -An extension of the NHL/NHLPA Collective Bargaining Agreement appears to...-Discussing the sh*t-show that was Phase 1 of the NHL Draft Lottery (Detroit Red Wings fans --- We really, really feel for you)
-The latest on the hub cities
-An extension of the NHL/NHLPA Collective Bargaining Agreement appears to be imminent --- and we have some important details (Hint: NHL players going back to the Olympics?!)
-Updated timeline for Phase 3 & Phase 4 of the NHL's return-to-play plan]]>1410allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,holtby,johncarlson,lafreniere,nhl,nhlcba,nhldraft,nhldraftlottery,nhlphase3,nhlphase4,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,redwings,sens,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-42-how-do-the-caps-stack-up-against-their-round-robin-opponents-part-2--33032002https://www.spreaker.com/episode/31364368]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/33032002Wed, 24 Jun 2020 23:30:19 +0000Jenaya BennettContinuing our look at the Capitals’ round-robin opponents, we give our in-depth breakdown of how the Caps stack up against the Lightning & Flyers. For the in-depth breakdown of Caps VS. Bruins, please listen to Part 1 here:...https://www.spreaker.com/episode/31364368]]>1628allcaps,becauseitsthecup,bruins,capitals,dcsports,flyers,holtby,johncarlson,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlphase2,nhlphase3,nhlphase4,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,philadelphiaflyers,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tampabaylightning,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-41-how-do-the-caps-stack-up-against-their-round-robin-opponents-part-1--31364368https://api.spreaker.com/episode/31364368Wed, 17 Jun 2020 04:54:18 +0000Jenaya BennettFirst, we take a general look at the Capitals’ performance in recent years against each of their three upcoming round-robin opponents --- the Boston Bruins, the Tampa Bay Lightning, and the Philadelphia Flyers. Then, we’ll give an in-depth breakdown...3243allcaps,becauseitsthecup,bruins,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,flyers,holtby,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlphase2,nhlphase3,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,philadelphiaflyers,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tampabaylightning,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-40-get-ready-for-24-team-playoff-chaos--28489691-What does the format look like?
-Who's playing against who?
-What's the timeline?
-What hurdles - if any - are still left to be cleared before we're seeing live hockey on our TV screens again?
That - and so much more - in today's episode of Jenaya Talks Caps: The Podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/28489691Thu, 28 May 2020 02:21:03 +0000Jenaya BennettA huge hurdle has been cleared as the NHLPA has officially approved the NHL's 24-team return-to-play format. We've learned a lot in the last few days about what a return to the ice is going to look like for the NHL, but there's still a lot that we...-What does the format look like?
-Who's playing against who?
-What's the timeline?
-What hurdles - if any - are still left to be cleared before we're seeing live hockey on our TV screens again?
That - and so much more - in today's episode of Jenaya Talks Caps: The Podcast!]]>2144allcaps,blackhawks,bluejackets,bruins,canadiens,canucks,capitals,cbj,flames,flyers,habs,leafs,nhl,nhlplayoffs,oilers,ovechkin,pittsburghpenguins,stanleycup,washingtoncapitals,winnipegjetstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-39-brendan-leipsic-likely-has-a-shockingly-small-penis-and-other-things-we-ve-learned--27128048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27128048Tue, 12 May 2020 05:20:38 +0000Jenaya BennettBrendan Leipsic was making headlines for all of the wrong reasons this past week. We're here to catch you up on all of it: What was said in the leaked Instagram group chat that's set the hockey world on fire, Leipsic's apology, what the Capitals are...1499allcaps,brendanleipsic,canucks,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,dowd,hathaway,kovalchuk,leipsic,nhl,nhlpause,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tannerpearson,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-salary-cap-hell-is-upon-us--26745691-We give you the latest update from the NHL on their plans to resume the 2019-2020 season
-We look at the impact that this global pandemic could have on the NHL beyond just this season --- including free agency, the 2020-2021 season schedule, and potential Olympic implications
-And we look at how the salary cap is going to be affected by COVID-19.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26745691Tue, 05 May 2020 06:23:31 +0000Jenaya BennettIn this week's episode: -We give you the latest update from the NHL on their plans to resume the 2019-2020 season -We look at the impact that this global pandemic could have on the NHL beyond just this season --- including free agency, the 2020-2021...-We give you the latest update from the NHL on their plans to resume the 2019-2020 season
-We look at the impact that this global pandemic could have on the NHL beyond just this season --- including free agency, the 2020-2021 season schedule, and potential Olympic implications
-And we look at how the salary cap is going to be affected by COVID-19.]]>1264allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,coronavirus,dillon,gudas,holtby,kovalchuk,leipsic,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlpause,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-37-from-a-purely-nhl-perspective-who-s-getting-screwed-the-most-by-covid-19--25830678https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25830678Tue, 21 Apr 2020 07:15:02 +0000Jenaya BennettAll teams & players are being impacted by COVID-19 & the resulting pause of the NHL season, but the break has come at the worst possible time for some, while others may actually be happy to have some time away from the rink to reset themselves. We...2140allcaps,bluejackets,canucks,capitals,cbj,flyers,gretzky,johncarlson,leafs,minnesotawild,nhl,nhlpause,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,vrana,washingtoncapitals,winnipegjetstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-36-the-latest-on-the-coronavirus-as-it-pertains-to-the-nhl--24912123https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24912123Tue, 07 Apr 2020 06:36:18 +0000Jenaya BennettWith the NHL season having been "paused" indefinitely due to the coronavirus, we're bringing you the latest information from Commissioner Gary Bettman & others. What sort of a timeline - if any - is there for a return to action? And what might that...1378allcaps,becauseitsthecup,bettman,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,coronavirus,dillon,holtby,johncarlson,kovalchuk,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-35-fourth-line-en-fuego-as-caps-crush-pens-in-pittsburgh--23669979https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23669979Mon, 09 Mar 2020 09:31:44 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps’ fourth line of Richard Panik, Nic Dowd and Garnet Hathaway combined for three goals and six points as the Caps opened up a can of whoop-ass on the Pens in Pittsburgh and maintained their division lead over the red-hot Flyers in the process.1109allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,capspens,capsvspens,holtby,kovalchuk,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-post-trade-deadline-thoughts-musings--23455968https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23455968Wed, 04 Mar 2020 07:42:49 +0000Jenaya BennettTaking a look at what the Capitals did leading up to the NHL's trade deadline & how it will serve them moving forward toward the playoffs. We also take a look at the moves (and in some cases, the lack of moves) made by teams around the Metropolitan...2524allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dillon,holtby,johncarlson,kovalchuk,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,tradedeadline,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-33-trade-deadline-preview-hard-hitting-caps-add-another-boomer-in-brenden-dillon-rumour-is-more-reinforcments-could-be-coming--23097414https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23097414Sun, 23 Feb 2020 10:55:08 +0000Jenaya BennettThe rich get richer as the Washington Capitals add top-4 shutdown D-man Brenden Dillon to their club via trade from the San Jose Sharks. With the addition of Dillon, the Caps now have 5 of the top-20 hitters in the NHL this season in Dillon, Tom...2315700vi,allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dillon,kreider,mikegreen,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nhltradedeadline,nhltradedeadlinepreview,nickjensen,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tradedeadline,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-the-braden-holtby-ilya-samsonov-debate--22115319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22115319Mon, 27 Jan 2020 09:29:45 +0000Jenaya BennettUnfortunately some Caps fans need a reality check right now, and so we’re here to provide it.1149allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,canadiens,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,habs,holtby,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlallstar,nhlasg,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-comeback-caps--21945134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21945134Wed, 22 Jan 2020 09:33:37 +0000Jenaya BennettLet’s be honest: At this point, the Caps could be down 23-0 in the third period and we’d still all be expecting them to win, right? In today’s episode, we take a look at the astounding numbers the Caps have put up when playing from behind, and...1362allcaps,becauseitsthecup,bruins,canucks,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,gretzky,holtby,johncarlson,leafs,nhl,nhlcomebacks,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-30-a-decade-in-review-gr8-times-in-d-c--21740312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21740312Thu, 16 Jan 2020 09:44:25 +0000Jenaya BennettBefore turning the page fully to 2020, we take a look back at what was a historical decade to remember for the Washington Capitals, the NHL’s best team through the 2010s. Also… Discussing the first great moment for the Washington Capitals organization...1821allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,holtby,johncarlson,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-california-love--20609276https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20609276Mon, 09 Dec 2019 22:56:46 +0000Jenaya BennettGarnet Hathaway & the NHL-best Caps finish off a 4-0-0 road trip by going duck hunting in Anaheim, Jakub Vrana’s star is rising & his potential is limitless, Saint Nick is back, and more in today’s episode.1084allcaps,anaheimducks,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,bluejackets,capitals,capshockey,cbj,columbusbluejackets,dcsports,gudbranson,hathaway,johncarlson,nhl,nhlplayoffs,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tortorella,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-28-we-need-to-talk-about-the-department-of-player-safety--20278550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20278550Tue, 26 Nov 2019 07:58:47 +0000Jenaya BennettTaking a deep dive into the clown show that is the NHL's Department of Player Safety, where inconsistency reigns & logic does not exist.1337allcaps,arvidsson,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,bortuzzo,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,hathaway,kerfoot,nhl,nhldepartmentofplayersafety,nhldops,nhlhockey,nhlplayersafety,nhlplayoffs,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-dear-boston-bruins-you-must-call-us-daddy-now--20136217https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20136217Wed, 20 Nov 2019 09:02:06 +0000Jenaya BennettGames against the Boston Bruins over these last five years have become an automatic two points for Washington as there seems to be nothing the Bruins enjoy more than bending right over for Alex Ovechkin & all of his Capitals friends, Braden Holtby is...2069allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,bruins,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,hathaway,holtby,nhl,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,unleashthefury,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-a-buff-a-blowout-a-dousing-of-flames-an-nhl-best-25-points--19901310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19901310Thu, 07 Nov 2019 06:56:04 +0000Jenaya BennettAfter scoring a touchdown against the Buffalo Sabres and then beating the Calgary Flames 4-2 on what shall henceforth be known as Nationals Super Un-Sober Sunday, the Caps sit 1st place in the NHL with an 11-2-3 record & 25 points. We take a look at...1345allcaps,becauseitsthecup,bruins,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,districtofchampions,fightfinished,mapleleafs,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tampabaylightning,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitals,washingtonnationalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-8-power-plays-not-enough-for-the-leafs-as-ovechkin-ends-it-in-overtime--19799089https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19799089Fri, 01 Nov 2019 06:35:47 +0000Jenaya BennettThe two Alexes - Ovechkin & Luey - once again team up for a special night in Toronto as the Caps down the Leafs in overtime powered by Ovechkin's 2 goals & 4 points. Future Norris trophy winner John Carlson also had another big night with 2 goals of...1567allcaps,babcock,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,mapleleafs,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rockthered,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,stayinthefight,unleashthefury,washingtoncapitals,washingtondc,washingtonnationalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-the-canucks-with-a-5-1-lead-are-just-adorable-johnny4norris-and-more--19727101https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19727101Mon, 28 Oct 2019 07:46:22 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps are sitting pretty at 1st overall in the NHL after having won five of their last six games, and their most recent win made history as the Caps staged a seemingly impossible comeback in Vancouver. We also discuss Braden Holtby righting the...1541allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,canucks,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,holtby,johncarlson,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rockthered,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-78-seconds-of-hell-for-the-toronto-maple-leafs--19565100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19565100Fri, 18 Oct 2019 07:34:02 +0000Jenaya BennettRecapping another up-and-down (but mostly up) week for the Caps, which saw them go 2-1-0 with wins over Dallas and Toronto. We also take a look at some massive improvements being made by the Caps when compared to last season, we tackle the goaltending...1888allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,holtby,kuznetsov,mapleleafs,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washington,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-week-1-recap-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly--19456025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19456025Fri, 11 Oct 2019 08:58:38 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps are off to a decent start, scoring 60% of available standings points through the first five games. They started off the season with back-to-back wins on the road, but then dropped back-to-back games in OT before losing a back-and-forth...2061allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,carolinahurricanes,holtby,kuznetsov,nashvillepredators,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,rockthered,samsonov,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,stlouisblues,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-projection-mania--19318431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19318431Wed, 02 Oct 2019 05:59:47 +0000Jenaya BennettWith the official start of the 2019-2020 regular season now just around the corner, we project the Capitals’ opening night lineup, we project the Metropolitan Division standings, we project goal & point totals for all of your favourite Capitals, and...1780allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,hockey,holtby,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,nhlpreview,ovechkin,rockthered,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-the-fountain-of-youth-caps-prospects-shine-brightly-at-camp--19254774https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19254774Fri, 27 Sep 2019 09:29:20 +0000Jenaya BennettFollowing the completion of the 2019 Prospect Showcase and now halfway through main training camp for the big club, we take a deep dive into the prospect pool for the Caps. Who looks like a future NHLer? Who’s on the bubble and could either make an...1411alexeyev,allcaps,austonmatthews,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,hockey,holtby,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,samsonov,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-craziest-player-rituals-superstitions--19055467https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19055467Tue, 10 Sep 2019 07:42:43 +0000Jenaya BennettHockey players are known for being one-of-a-kind specimens, in more ways than one --- and one of those ways is the lengths to which many of us players take our pre-game rituals & superstitions. So what are some of the most “out there” pre-game rituals...1053allcaps,backstrom,becauseitsthecup,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,gretzky,hockey,holtby,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,patrickroy,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tomwilson,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-mo-money-mo-problems-capital-cap-crunch--18955705https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18955705Fri, 30 Aug 2019 06:41:14 +0000Jenaya BennettWe take a look at the Capitals’ current salary cap situation and the moves they could potentially make in order to become cap-compliant before the League’s deadline of October 2nd. We make an early lineup projection for opening night of the 2019-2020...1035allcaps,backstrom,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,hockey,holtby,kuznetsov,leonsis,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,orlov,ovechkin,samsonov,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-kuzy-coke-bird-man-busted-flying-high-on-booger-sugar--18915641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18915641Mon, 26 Aug 2019 06:06:57 +0000Jenaya BennettThe IIHF hammers star forward Evgeny Kuznetsov with a four-year suspension from international play after Kuzy tests positive for cocaine. After lying to the Caps and the rest of the hockey world about his drug use, what's next for the Bird Man?916allcaps,backstrom,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,evgenykuznetsov,hockey,holtby,kuznetsov,kuzy,leonsis,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-the-greatest-eight-to-ever-skate--18894672https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18894672Fri, 23 Aug 2019 02:41:03 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Man, The Myth, The Legend: We take a deep dive into the growing legacy of Alex Ovechkin’s magnificent career --- Crazy numbers. Countless records. And still going strong. With Ovi still far from finished after notching his eighth 50+ goal season...1192allcaps,backstrom,capitals,capitalshockey,capshockey,dcsports,gretzky,hockey,holtby,nhl,nhlgoals,nhlhockey,nhllegends,nhloffseason,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-grading-the-capitals-offseason--18853297https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18853297Mon, 19 Aug 2019 05:32:29 +0000Jenaya BennettWe recap the moves the Caps have made this offseason and take a look at whether they’re better or worse on paper than the lineup that took to the ice for Washington in the 2018-2019 season.1277allcaps,backstrom,brettconnolly,capitals,caps,capshockey,hagelin,hathaway,hockey,leipsic,nhl,nhlhockey,nhloffseason,nhlplayoffs,panik,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-offseason-off-to-flying-start-with-niskanen-trade-hagelin-re-signing--18340567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18340567Fri, 21 Jun 2019 20:17:41 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Washington Capitals' offseason is off to a flying start after they flip Matt Niskanen to Philadelphia for Radko Gudas, and re-sign Carl Hagelin to a new four-year contract. Of the remaining free agents for the Caps, who stays and who goes? We...1134allcaps,brettconnolly,burakovsky,capitals,freeagency,freeagentfrenzy,gudas,hagelin,hockey,nhl,nhldraft,nhlfreeagency,nhlhockey,nhloffseason,niskanen,orpik,smithpelly,sports,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-what-even-is-goaltender-interference--17735629https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17735629Wed, 24 Apr 2019 18:37:06 +0000Jenaya BennettGary Bettman seriously needs to put a leash on his officials as the referees have been out of control so far in these playoffs, changing the outcomes of more games than we can count league-wide, and Game 6 in the Washington-Carolina series was no...1244allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,carolinahurricanes,foegele,game7,hockey,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,referee,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,stormsurge,svechnikov,takewarning,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-touchdown-capitals-ovechkin-backstrom-dominant-again-as-caps-blow-out-hurricanes-6-0--17710980https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17710980Mon, 22 Apr 2019 09:26:51 +0000Jenaya BennettAfter Rod Brind'Amour gave the Caps some bulletin board material following TJ Oshie's injury, the Caps answered back in a big way, lighting up Petr Mrazek and the Hurricanes for six goals while also punishing them physically with 48 hits. The...773allcaps,backstrom,brindamour,capitals,carolinahurricanes,foegele,hockey,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,svechnikov,takewarning,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-caps-lose-game-4-series-is-tied-brind-amour-gives-caps-gift-of-bulletin-board-material-after-oshie-injury--17688132https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17688132Fri, 19 Apr 2019 08:33:11 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps outshoot the Hurricanes 31-24 in Game 4 but lose 2-1, and so the series is tied coming back to Washington for Game 5. Also, TJ Oshie is expected to be sidelined for "quite some time" after a scary crash into the boards following a cross-check...1084allcaps,becauseitsthecup,brindamour,capitals,carolinahurricanes,ferland,foegele,hockey,holtby,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,svechnikov,takewarning,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-caps-lose-game-3-rod-brind-amour-is-clearly-sniffing-glue-and-more--17676087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17676087Thu, 18 Apr 2019 09:25:23 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps stink up the joint in Game 3, and now lead their series against the Carolina Hurricanes 2-1. But more importantly: Rod Brind’Amour has lost his mind, is talking out of his ass, and needs to be set straight. We discuss his seemingly increasing...1360allcaps,brindamour,capitals,carolinahurricanes,hockey,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,pittsburghpenguins,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,svechnikov,takewarning,tampabaylightning,tomwilson,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-caps-win-with-brooks-orpik-as-the-overtime-hero-just-like-everyone-predicted--17642914And while we’re at it, we also take a look at what’s happening elsewhere around the League, including Nazem Kadri’s continued antics and the Pittsburgh Penguins hanging out at death’s door.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17642914Mon, 15 Apr 2019 02:36:13 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Caps win again, this time in overtime, in Game 2 to take a 2-0 series lead over the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference First Round. And while as fans, we expect the Caps to win, it’s safe to say that most of us did not expect Brooks...And while we’re at it, we also take a look at what’s happening elsewhere around the League, including Nazem Kadri’s continued antics and the Pittsburgh Penguins hanging out at death’s door.]]>756allcaps,becauseitsthecup,capitals,carolinahurricanes,crosby,dcsports,hockey,kadri,nazemkadri,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,pittsburghpenguins,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,takewarning,tampabaylightning,washingtoncapitals,washingtondctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-saint-nick-carries-caps-to-game-1-win--17629660https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17629660Sat, 13 Apr 2019 04:44:18 +0000Jenaya BennettThe Capitals get a 4-2 win over the Hurricanes in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference First Round series thanks to two goals by Nicklas Backstrom, the game-winning goal by Alex Ovechkin and 27 saves by Braden Holtby. Special teams were big in this one...1160allcaps,backstrom,capitals,capscanes,capsjerks,carolinahurricanes,hockey,holtby,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,takewarning,tomwilson,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-bird-cellys-storm-surges-capitals-vs-hurricanes-playoff-preview--17600049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17600049Thu, 11 Apr 2019 07:28:23 +0000Jenaya BennettBird cellys & storm surges aplenty in an Eastern Conference First Round battle of the jerks that is sure to make Don Cherry’s head explode. We preview the first-ever playoff matchup between the Washington Capitals & the Carolina Hurricanes and take a...1485allcaps,backstrom,capitals,carolinahurricanes,hockey,holtby,kempny,kuznetsov,mrazek,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,oshie,ovechkin,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,takewarning,tomwilson,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-sizing-up-the-caps-potential-first-round-opponents--17551580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17551580Sat, 06 Apr 2019 06:15:42 +0000Jenaya BennettWith the Capitals’ First Round opponent still to be determined, we take a look at the potential matchups for the Caps and how they stack up against each one, as well as how Caps’ players and their coaching staff are preparing themselves over these...1608allcaps,bluejackets,capitals,carolinahurricanes,cbj,columbusbluejackets,dcsports,hockey,holtby,kempny,kuznetsov,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,pittsburghpenguins,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-marry-f-ck-kill-the-hockey-version--17426713https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17426713Mon, 25 Mar 2019 01:25:49 +0000Jenaya BennettOur weekly wrap-up of Washington Capitals hockey, and we play 18 rounds of a totally inappropriate game... 18 rounds, which is coincidentally how many holes of golf the Tampa Bay Lightning were playing on May 24th of last year after the Capitals...2100allcaps,backstrom,capitals,comedy,doncherry,hockey,holtby,kuznetsov,mapleleafs,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,pittsburghpenguins,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tampabaylightning,tsn,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-20-questions-feat-ex-bruins-fan-sunny-m--17356729https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17356729Mon, 18 Mar 2019 09:06:47 +0000Jenaya BennettJoin us as we play hockey's version of 20 Questions, answering everything from what's been "off" about the Capitals' power play this season to who has the best hair in the league.1314allcaps,backstrom,capitals,hagelin,hockey,holtby,kuznetsov,mapleleafs,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,pittsburghpenguins,sports,stanleycup,stanleycupplayoffs,tampabaylightning,tomwilson,vrana,washingtoncapitalstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-owning-the-metropolitan--17277459https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17277459Sun, 10 Mar 2019 08:01:58 +0000Jenaya BennettWeek in review: Recapping the last seven days for the Caps, which included zero losses & four wins over four Metropolitan Division foes by a combined score of 14-6, vaulting the Caps past the Islanders for first place in the division. The Caps are...1251allcaps,backstrom,brettconnolly,burakovsky,capitals,hockey,holtby,newjerseydevils,newyorkislanders,newyorkrangers,nhl,nhlhockey,nhlplayoffs,ovechkin,philadelphiaflyers,sports,stanleycup,tomwilson,washingtoncapitals,washingtondctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christmas-or-doomsday-immediate-reaction-to-trade-deadline-day-all-teams--17155574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17155574Tue, 26 Feb 2019 05:46:03 +0000Jenaya BennettInitial reactions to trades made by teams around the NHL, breaking down the movers & shakers on deadline day, as well as a brief analysis on which teams helped or hurt their own cause with the moves they made.1107allcaps,bluejackets,capitals,columbusbluejackets,dcsports,hockey,newyorkislanders,newyorkrangers,nhl,nhlhockey,nhltradedeadline,ottawasenators,pittsburghpenguins,sports,stanleycup,tradedeadline,tsn,tsntrade,washingtoncapitals,winnipegjetstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-assessing-the-trades-the-caps-have-made-is-it-enough--17131148https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17131148Sun, 24 Feb 2019 08:20:43 +0000Jenaya BennettAssessing a pair of trades made by the Caps in the days leading up to the NHL's trade deadline and discussing whether those two trades will be enough to push them over the top in their quest to repeat last year's success.1160allcaps,capitals,carlhagelin,comedy,dcsports,detroitredwings,hagelin,hockey,losangeleskings,mikemilbury,nhl,nhlhockey,nhltradedeadline,nickjensen,redwings,sports,stanleycup,tradedeadline,washingtoncapitals,washingtondctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-trade-deadline-options-for-the-caps--17068873https://api.spreaker.com/episode/17068873Sun, 17 Feb 2019 19:59:06 +0000Jenaya BennettDiscussing what the Capitals should do at this year's NHL trade deadline and which player(s) might be a good fit should they decide to shake things up a bit at the deadline.1553allcaps,athlete,canada,canadian,capitals,comedy,dcsports,hockey,nhl,nhlhockey,nhltradedeadline,sports,stanleycup,washingtoncapitals,washingtondcfalsefull