The current state of the Capitals (Crapitals?) got me off the bench. I have a little something to say about the six game losing streak and a season (and an era) slipping away.

The Captain is back! Plus we talk lots of recent changes and possible near future changes which will shape the philosophy of the Capitals going forward.

The Caps' postseason ended prematurely, so we must now look forward. Past is prologue which means even as we bury this past season it informs the looming decisions on the horizon for Washington. Let's play armchair GM as we look at possible roster moves and the upcoming expansion draft. Plus, I talk a little about why all these headshots are leaving, not just players, but also fans a little queasy.

On a "very special" episode, we examine three straight losses to the Bruins, wonder if Blaine Forsythe draws up his man-advantage plays with crayon (Ha! Trick question. There are no power play set pieces. It's just about force feeding Ovechkin.), and explore whether Teddy L. has enough money in his Health Savings Account to pay for a heart transplant for his team. Won't you join us?

Flying with no notes, I ramble with an allergy-ravaged voice about Caps/Bruins Game One and beyond. How can you possibly skip that?

This week we talk about the street fights at MSG, injury woes, and TJ Oshie's emotional night.

This week Chara stands tall, Sprong stays strong, and we admire the beauty of cycling on the forecheck.

This week we talk retired jerseys and discuss my disdain for the NHL's current overtime rules.

This week we say goodbye to Vrana, hello to Mantha, and ponder why being miserable feels so damn good for Caps fans.

We talk NHL trade deadline including a lesson to learn from the past, Laviolette's minutes distribution, and whether the Caps' old roster is conserving or coasting.