Capitals Coach Barry Trotz will discuss the performance of Washington's NHL franchise after his first year at the helm and will look ahead to next season at a National Press Club luncheon Wednesday, July 8. Trotz is completing his first season with the Capitals after leading the Nashville Predators for 15 seasons. He ranks third all-time in both games coached and wins with a single franchise. No stranger to the region, Trotz spent five seasons as coach of the Capitals’ primary developmental affiliate in the American Hockey League. He became coach of the Baltimore Skipjacks in 1992 after one season as an assistant coach.

Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m., with remarks beginning at 1 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session ending at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $23 for Press Club members (NPC Members may purchase 2 tickets at this rate) and $37 for all other non-member tickets. For questions, please email [email protected] or call (202) 662 – 7501. Tickets must be paid for at the time of purchase.

NPC Members who wish to attend the pre-luncheon reception must RSVP separately to [email protected] 48 hours before the event. Space may be limited. You must have a paid reservation to the Luncheon to attend the VIP reception

To submit a question in advance, put TROTZ in the subject line and email to [email protected] before 10 a.m. on the day of the luncheon.