But the Capitals began a makeover when Barry Trotz was hired as coach two years ago .
Were runaway winners of the Presidents ' Trophy as the NHL 's top regular - season team in 2015 - 16 .
But the Capitals began a makeover when Barry Trotz was hired as coach two years ago and were runaway winners of the Presidents ' Trophy as the NHL 's top regular - season team in 2015 - 16 .