Craig Laughlin is inducted into the Washington DC Sports Hall of Fame in 2025. He played for the Capitals from 1982 to 1988, contributing to the team’s first playoff appearance in 1983. Following his playing career, he became a notable broadcaster, starting in 1990 and creating a renowned partnership with Joe Beninati in 1996. Laughlin also leads the Laughlin Family Foundation, focusing on rare cancer awareness. After recovering from open heart surgery, he returned to broadcast, notably calling Alex Ovechkin's record-breaking goal.
Craig Laughlin is set to join the Washington DC Sports Hall of Fame in the 2025 class, recognizing his contributions to DC hockey and broadcasting.
Laughlin played for the Capitals from 1982 to 1988, being part of the first team to reach the playoffs during the 1982-83 season.
He began his broadcasting career in 1990 as an analyst and has partnered with Joe Beninati since 1996, celebrating 30 years together in 2026.
Despite undergoing open heart surgery, Laughlin made a heartfelt return to the booth, calling Ovechkin's record-breaking goal shortly after.
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