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What The Puck Episode 187 – Reunited Backstrom and Ovi

On this episode of WTP, we discuss all things offense.  Backstrom and Ovi have been put back together and BOOM we have results.  What took so long?  Plus we look at Top Line Tom Wilson and Jakub Vrana’s recent spark of success.

What The Puck Episode 186 – Caps Get Smashed in Nashville

Since our last show the Caps have a pretty good record.  However, when they went to Nashville, they seem to miss a step.  We discuss why and what happened.

What The Puck Episode 185 – Western Canadian Road Trip

We discuss the Caps visit to wester Canada and how it could’ve been better.  We also wonder if a trade is the way to fix the Caps.

What The Puck Episode 184 – Andre The Injured

On this episode, we discuss the injury to Andre Burakovsky and how it will affect the team.  Chandler Stephenson has been called up to take his place, can he fill those shoes?

What The Puck Episode 183 – Matt Niskanen On LTIR

On this episode we discuss the impact of Niskanen on LTIR and what that does to the defense.  We talk Madison Bowey’s NHL debut. Plus we go over trade options.

What The Puck Episode 182 – CAPS 4 Games In

On this episode of WTP, we discuss the first four games of the new season.  The Caps have gone 2-1-1.  The new young guns have played in their first games.  We discuss who’s impressed, who hasn’t.  Plus we talk about what Tom Wilson’s impact will be when he returns.

What The Puck Episode 181 – Caps Season Begins

On this episode of What The Puck, we talk about the beginning of this new season.  It’s different than it was before.  We discuss how the offseason was handled and how it will affect the team.  We talk about Tom Wilson and his suspensions and how that has opened the door to another player.

What The Puck Episode 180 – Caps Pre Season

The Capitals preseason has begun and this year, things could get interesting.  The Caps have five holes to fill and no money to do it?  Will we see Vrana take a sweater?  Will Walker be the first Australian in the NHL?  We ponder this and more!

What The Puck Episode 179 – Caps Cap Space

On this episode of What The Puck, we discuss the recent exodus of talent and the current cap situation.  Is GM a good GM?  Would the fans feel different if the Caps won a Cup and were in the same situation?  All these questions and some answers!

What The Puck Episode 178 – Oshie in 8

In typical WTP fashion, the boys do a show and the next day the Caps make some big moves.  TJ Oshie is officially a Capital for the next 8 years.  Brandon and Dan discuss the deal and whether TJ can keep up his performance for the next 8 years.  Plus we discuss what the Phoenix Copley deal means to Philipp Grubauer.