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Capitals Insider Tarik El-Bashir interviews Capitals players and coaches, breaks down the action on the ice and provides fans with their unique perspective on all things Capitals hockey.
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- Yesterday37 min
Alex Ovechkin's retirement announcement & Capitals' strong start with Spencer Carbery and Mike Vogel
Tarik El-Bashir is joined by Washington Capitals reporter Mike Vogel to share takeaways from Alex Ovechkin's announcement that the 2026-27 season will be his last, as well as the Capitals' promising start to the regular season with a new-look roster. Then, stick around for an extended interview with Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 1 weeks ago39 min
A Washington Capitals 2026-27 season preview with Alan May
Tarik El-Bashir and Alan May share their big-picture thoughts on the 2026-27 Washington Capitals from a new-look roster to a budding young core and the return of Alex Ovechkin. Then, hear from goaltender Logan Thompson ahead of his third year with the Capitals.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 3 weeks ago51 min
Washington Capitals 2026 Training Camp kickoff special
Hear from Tom Wilson, Ryan Leonard, Alex Tuch, and more Capitals players as Tarik El-Bashir and Al Koken get you ready for the 2026-27 season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- May 31, 202253 min
'Told it Here' Episode 6: 2018
"It's not a dream, it's not a desert mirage, it's Lord Stanley and he is coming to Washington!" 2018 was a magical year for the Washington Capitals, and in this season finale of "Told It Here!", Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin look back at those magical four series starting with Columbus, ending in Las Vegas and how Alex Ovechkin and his longtime teammates finally reached the ultimate prize. And for Joe and Craig, sharing their perspective on celebrating the moment separately after sharing so many moments together in the broadcast booth. A fitting completion to this debut season of "Told It Here!", thanks for listening.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- May 31, 202247 min
'Told it Here' Episode 5: Quest for the Cup
When the Capitals finally reached the mountaintop in 2018 and won their first ever Stanley Cup, it completed a 44-year journey that started in 1974. Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin have been there for so many of the team's great postseason moments but also their heartbreaking disappointments. In Episode 5 of "Told It Here!", Joe B and Locker build up to that triumphant 2018 postseason - by remembering the likes of Dale Hunter, John Druce, Kolzig and Juneau in the magical spring of '98, Ovechkin's first taste, Joel Ward and all of the rivalries that were built through playoff hockey with the Pens, Rangers and Isles. This episode will remind you why the end of the journey felt so good.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- May 5, 202243 min
'Told it Here' Episode 3: "Rock the Red"
In Episode 3 of "Told it Here!" Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin reminisce about one of the most exciting times in Caps history, the birth of the "Rock the Red" era in Washington, which has lived on at Verizon Center ever since. But before they relive the fun times, they look back at the tougher times that led to the drafting of Alex Ovechkin and everything that has happened since. You'll hear stories about the day Jaromir Jagr was traded, why Mel Anglestad was a highlight of the 2003-04 season, and how Bruce Boudreau's arrival ignited the Caps' resurgence. Later, Joe and Craig discuss many of the highlights of that time, including Sergei Fedorov's series-winner against the Rangers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- May 5, 202241 min
'Told it Here' Episode 4: Our Favorite Things
Over 25 years as a play-by-pay tandem, Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin have seen some things. In this episode 4 of "Told it Here!", Joe and Craig discuss some of their favorites in a host of categories, including favorite players, coaches, moments, and road cities. But as much as they agree on some things, they don't agree on many others, including the choice of dining establishments on the road, and loving beer vs wine. Hear about Craig's first encounter with future teammate Dale Hunter, stories about the "Ice Cheetah", "Gabby" and "Kono" and why does everyone like to pick on Joe? This is episode is filled with 25 years of fun.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Apr 28, 202241 min
'Told it Here' Episode 2: The Beginnings of Joe and Craig, the broadcast duo
To reach 25 years as a broadcasting duo, there has to be a beginning. In Episode 2 of "Told It Here!", Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin go back in time to discuss the paths they took to get to the broadcast booth together. Starting off with a story about how Locker went from his playing career to a new career as an analyst, into a conversation about the early years and working together. Later, more discussion about the players, coaches and "the men and women in the technical crew" who have been along for the ride and have made these years so special. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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