Malkin says Ovechkin isn’t retiring—he’ll be back next season, hungry for more
TL;DR
Evgeni Malkin states he doesn’t believe Alex Ovechkin will retire after this season, predicting a return next year because he’s still hungry and had a 30-plus goal season. The longtime rivals and friends shared dinners and memories off the ice, underscoring their deep bond from Russian junior days to the NHL as Ovechkin’s possible final home game unfolded.
- Evgeni Malkin doesn’t believe that Alex Ovechkin is retiring after this season: ‘He’s back next year, for sure. He’s still hungry.’ RMNB
- Ovechkin 'will think about' 1 more year with Capitals after season concludes NHL.com
- Amid celebration and farewell, Alex Ovechkin leaves retirement question unanswered: 'I haven't decided yet' Yahoo Sports
- Ovechkin response to fans' request for one more year: 'I'll think about it' Sportsnet
- NHL Rumours: Ovechkin’s Retirement, Makar’s Future & Yzerman Replacement The Hockey Writers
Want the full story? Read the original reporting
Read on RMNB