Caps Rink Report with Tarik El-Bashir

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Capitals Film Room: Breaking down the first three weeks of the 2026-27 season with Alan May

Tarik El-Bashir and Alan May dive into the tape from the Washington Capitals' first seven games of the 2026-27 season to break down the good and the bad they've seen from

Oct 15
43 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 wel

Oct 8
37 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 Ove

Sep 29
39 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 http

Sep 17
51 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 fi

May 31 2022
53 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 Crai

May 31 2022
47 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 Was

May 5 2022
43 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 fa

May 5 2022
41 min

'Told it Here' Episode 1: All About Alex Ovechkin

Since 2005, Alex Ovechkin has been the face of the franchise for the Washington Capitals, and Joe Beninati and Craig Laughlin have had the privilege to witness his achiev

Apr 28 2022
45 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 path

Apr 28 2022
41 min

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What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

Great podcast. Joe B and Locker are the best in the broadcast biz. Their on-air chemistry is fantastic. I love their stories and enjoy their insight into the game. These two never disappoint and always put a smile on my face with their wit. To borrow a line from one of Joe B’s greatest calls, “simply sensational!”

Puck Chaser · May 2022

Been listening to these two ever since they started broadcasting the games and they bring that same energy and excellence to the world of podcasting.

CapsWinCup! · Oct 2022

They always say how lucky they are to do their jobs. However, I think us fans are truly the lucky ones. I could listen to Joe B and Locker 24/7.

TartDaddy · Apr 2022

August 2020 Bring Rob back as host and I am no longer a faithful listener. It lacks depth and understanding of the game. Thank you to Alan, Rob, Joe, Craig and others for continuing the pre game and post game analysis. I am a better educated fan and enjoy the frank and informative discussions. Most importantly they share both their love of the game and the CAPs and makes our family feel part of the CAPs community celebrating big wins, tough loses, unhappy ref calls and player injuries. Thank you to all of you for your efforts, dedication and hard work. Keep on recording!! Bethesda fans

maria y g · Sep 2020

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