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Jan 29, 2026 34 min

What's Wrong With The Capitals? (EP. 289)

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In this episode, Nick and Mac discuss Mac's recent adventures at the AHL Outdoor Classic, including a bar that lets you buy a bucket of rocks. They dive into the struggles of the Washington Capitals, analyzing their recent performance and upcoming challenges. The conversation shifts to NHL trade news, focusing on the New York Islanders' recent acquisitions. They also touch on a controversial incident involving Willy Nylander and discuss the current state of college hockey, highlighting key teams and players. The episode concludes with a fun trivia segment about Olympic hockey. Chapters 00:00 Weekend Adventures in Minnesota 09:51 Caps Debrief: Struggles and Stats 18:23 Capitals' Must-Win Game Against Detroit 21:20 Islanders' Strategic Trades and Playoff Aspirations 24:32 Willie Nylander's Controversial Gesture and Its Fallout 27:34 College Hockey Highlights and Future Prospects 28:30 Olympic Hockey Trivia and Historical Insights 31:08 Panarin's Future and Trade Speculations

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