The Washington Capitals are balancing the present and the future — and General Manager Chris Patrick joins Frankly Speaking to break down how the team is doing both. Patrick opens up about Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record, what’s driving the strong culture in the room, and how the front office is managing a quiet retool without missing a beat.
He also dives into his long-standing relationship with head coach Spencer Carbery, the development of top prospect Ryan Leonard, and what it was like attending his first NHL GM meetings. Plus, Patrick shares insights from the trade deadline, the organization’s draft success, and how the Capitals are building for one more run with their core.
🔹 How close is Alex Ovechkin to catching Gretzky?
🔹 What kind of impact has Spencer Carbery had behind the bench?
🔹 Could Ryan Leonard step into the NHL as early as this season?
Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look at one of the NHL’s most enduring and evolving franchises.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro
2:50 – Ovechkin’s Pursuit of Gretzky’s Record
5:20 – Team Culture and Locker Room Energy
6:25 – Did the Capitals Ever Feel Pressure This Season?
7:45 – Inside Spencer Carbery’s Impact
9:10 – How the Caps Are Retooling Without Rebuilding
13:50 – Scouting and Expectations for Ryan Leonard
14:30 – Chris Patrick’s First NHL GM Meetings
15:25 – Behind the Scenes of the Trade Deadline
17:24 – Closing Thoughts
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5 Comments
Great job Frank, thank you for the interview
It turns out…nepotism works!
I don't think any of those guys have a real shot at Ovi. It's not just about goal scoring. It's about availability.
Through the age 29 season. Draisaitl is 79 behind but he still has a few games left.
Pasta is currently in his age 28 season (so he's hot the rest of this season and the next), but it is 93 goals behind.
Matthews is in his age 27 season (so he's got 2+ seasons) and is only 80 behind but he's missed a lot of games due to injury… that usually doesn't improve as a player ages.
LFG back to back for Ovi’s farewell. Go down as the ultimate GOATS!
bit of a questionable intro segment but thanks for the interview