What The Puck: A Washington Capitals Podcast
What The Puck Podcast is @BrandoCash & @WTPCoachDan discussing the Washington Capitals and the NHL.
Capitals Season Ends
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the ending of the Capitals season. We discuss what went wrong, why they peaked too late, what is next for Ovechkin, and if Chris Patrick can continue as GM.
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Final 3 Games
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss if this is it for Ovechkin. Plus we look into the future and discuss the young bucks in the line up.
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The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the last 10 games of the year. We welcome Cole Hutson to the team, we talk about the Pierre Luc Dubois rock bottom take down, and the poor play from the last few games.
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Cole Hutson is a Capital
On this episode of What The Puck, we say goodbye or maybe see ya later to John Carlson. Plus we talk about the arrival of Cole Hutson.
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What The Puck Episode 446 - Trade Deadline Looms
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the recent trade of Nic Dowd and what the Capitals may do at the trade deadline. Please be aware this was recorded late thursday night, before the John Carlson trade happened.
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USA Wins Olympic GOLD
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss America winning BOTH the Men's and Women's hockey tournament at the Olympics! Plus we talk about what the Capitals needs to the rest of the season.
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What The Puck Episode 444 - Olympic Hockey Rules
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the Olympic hockey tournament. It's been alot of fun and the quarterfinal games were great!
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What The Puck - Dan Goes Solo...But Not to the Olympics
Dan goes solo to discuss the Caps season so far, how they did leading up to the Olympic break, the return of Dubois, and more!
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What The Puck Episode 442 - Capitals Keep Losing
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the road trip coming to an end. The Capitals have only been able to get 3 points so far. Why can't the Capitals capitalize on any opportunities.
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What The Puck Episode 441 - Capitals Continue to Struggle
On this episode of What The Puck, the Capitals continue to struggle. They traveled to Canada and have continued to lose. What do the Capitals need to do to improve? They seem to just be stagnant.
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What The Puck Episode 440 - Ethen Frank the Goal Scorer
On this episode of What The Puck, Ethen Frank shows off and impresses everyone with his goal scoring streak. He may play on the top line with Ovi and Strome next game, can he continue his goal scoring streak?
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What The Puck Episode 439 - Justin Sourdif Gets A Hat Trick
On this episode of WTP, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the game against Anaheim. It was a wild one including Justin Sourdif's first NHL career hat trick! Plus we talk World Juniors, Olympics, and much more!
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What the Puck Episode 438 - Capitals End the Year with a Loss
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the changes the Capitals have to make to become a contender again. The Capitals look stagnant and old and they need to make a change before it's too late.
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What The Puck Episode 437 - Capitals Are The Ones
Capitals went 1-1-1 this past week. The Capitals went back to back against Detroit and lost both games in embarrassing fashion.
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What The Puck Episode 436 - Capitals on a Losing Streak
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan talk about the losing streak the Capitals are on and what they can do to improve their scoring chances because currently no one is putting the puck in the net.
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What The Puck Episode 435 - Ryan Leonard Hurt
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the current injury woes the team is facing. Ryan Leonard was spotted with his arm in a sling, how long will he be out? Plus Dan dives deep into the discussion about whether or not Quinn Hughes could become a Washington Capitals
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What The Puck Episode 434 - Capitals in First Place
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss how the Capitals in 1st place is a bit deceiving. Plus we talk Olympic rinks and much more.
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Capitals Finding Themselves
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss how the Capitals are figuring out themselves during the season. The Capitals are looking for a top 6 forward, but so is every other team.
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Power Play Struggles
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the struggled the Washington Capitals are having on the power play. The goals just aren't happening. Why when 5 on 5 is so good??
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Pierre Luc Dubois Injured
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the options to fill the void left by Pierre Luc-Dubois. Do the Caps trade for a center? Do they ride with who they have? Does Connor McMichael step up?
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Capitals Injury Woes
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan talk about the injuries currenlty plaguing the Capitals. Will they bring in a 1st line center if Dylan Strome is out long term or go hunting for one in Hershey?
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Capitals 3rd Line Center Options
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Dan talk about the options for the 3rd line center position. Justin Sourdif is being moved to center to see how he does, but what happens to Hendrix Lapierre?
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Iorio on Waivers
In this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the Washington Capitals' recent winning streak, the coaching style of Spencer Carbery, why losing Vincent Iorio for NOTHING is the wrong move, and the dynamics of the team's goaltending. They also delve into trade talks, player movements, and injury updates, while providing insights into the Hershey Bears and South Carolina Stingrays. The episode wraps up with a look around the NHL, highlighting suspensions and trades, and the current standings of various teams.
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00:00 Welcome to the Capitals...
The New NHL Season Begins
In this episode of What the Puck, hosts Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the Washington Capitals as they prepare for the new NHL season. They cover the final roster cuts, the performance of young players, and the implications of Ovechkin's health on the team's success. The conversation also delves into the expectations for the season, the future of the Capitals, and the financial landscape of the NHL, including recent player contracts. The hosts express excitement for the upcoming games and the potential of the team, while also acknowledging the challenges ahead.
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Ovi and Marty Return
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan are getting ready for the regular season! With a big game coming up agains the Bruins and only 3 spots to fill, players are making it difficult for the coaches to decide who will be on the final roster.
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Capitals 2025 Preseason Begins
In this episode of What the Puck, hosts Brandon and Coach Dan dive into the latest updates from the Washington Capitals as they gear up for the new NHL season. They discuss the ongoing training camp, player injuries, and the significant role of Alex Ovechkin as he approaches what may be his final season. The conversation also touches on roster decisions, potential trades, and the implications of coaching changes within the organization.
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Free Agency Not So Frenzy
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan get together on July 4th to talk about NHL Free Agency. Across the league, its been slow and the Capitals lost out on the Ehlers signing to the Hurricanes. Still plenty of work to be done!
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Capitals Season Ends
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Dan wrap up the season. It didn't end with raising the Stanley Cup and we discuss what happened.
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Capitals on the Brink
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Dan discuss how the Capitals can bounce back against the Hurricanes. They've been outplayed and outmatched, but with recent lineup changes does that mean the Capitals can win 3 in a row?
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What The Puck Episode 421 - Capitals Canes Series Preview
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Dan discuss the ending of the Montreal series. Plus we preview the Capitals Hurricanes series.
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Caps Lead the Series
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss the series against the Canadiens, the impact of Tom Wilson, and much more!
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Capitals Take Game 1
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan discuss Game 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs against the Canadiens.
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Capitals Struggle
The Capitals are heading to the Stanley Cup Playoffs! They've got some work to finish up with only two meaningless games left. The Caps have struggled to win games, are they losing focus or are they too focused on the post season?
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Gr8 Passes the Great 1
On this episode of What the Puck, Brandon and Coach Dan talk about the Great 8 Alex Ovechkin and how he is now the greatest goal scorer in NHL history.
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Ryan Leonard Joins The Caps
On this episode of What The Puck, the team struggles to win, Ryan Leonard officially joins the team, and Alex Ovechkin inches closer to gr8tness.
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Cha Chychrun
On this episode, Brandon and Dan discuss the newest long term Capitals Jakob Chychrun. He's around for 8 years and Dan couldn't be happier. Plus we talk about the Gr8 Chase and much more!
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Caps Can Clinch
On this episode of WTP, Coach Dan is back! We talk about the Capitals potentially clinching a playoff spot, the importance of Tom Wilson, and much more.
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California Here We Come
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon goes solo on this episode and Dan couldn't of picked a worse week to miss! The trade deadline is over, Capitals were relatively quiet. Ovi was not selfish, and Joe B will call Ovi's historic goal!
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Lindgren Inks a Deal
On this episode of What The Puck, Brandon and Dan discuss the last week of Capitals hockey. It was disappointing on the ice, but a good week for goaltender Charlie Lindgren who gets a new deal with the organization. Plus the guys love the cherry blossom merch!
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What The Puck Episode 411 - All Eyes on Ovi
With the Four Nations tournament over, the Capitals went back to work scoring 15 goals in 2 days. Plus Ovechkin is only 12 away from breaking the record and everyone is taking notice!
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