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Sidney Crosby reflects on a 20-year rivalry with Alex Ovechkin as Ovechkin weighs retirement, noting their evolving friendship, the weekend Penguins–Capitals games that could cap off Ovechkin’s career, and Crosby’s gratitude for competing against the greatest goal scorer of all time while eyeing the playoffs.
Capitals GM Chris Patrick says Washington will center this offseason around the trade market, stockpiling assets to try to land a top-six forward while weighing Alex Ovechkin’s future and navigating roughly $34 million in cap space amid a weak free-agent class.
Cole Caufield scored twice in the opening minutes and the Montreal Canadiens held on to beat the Washington Capitals 6-2 as Alex Ovechkin added two goals and hit a career milestone. Jakub Dobes was the difference in net for Montreal, while Washington’s offense couldn’t convert despite chances and Nick Suzuki iced it with an empty-netter. The loss comes as the Capitals face the trade deadline with a looming roster shake-up and special teams struggles.
Washington ended its four-game losing streak by beating Calgary 3-1 on the road, flipping a rough first period into a dominant middle frame (notably 18 five-on-five scoring chances in the second). Hendrix Lapierre snapped a 90-game goal drought with his tally, Aliaksei Protas scored the eventual game-winner, and Alex Ovechkin sealed it with an empty-netter as Calgary’s goaltenders kept the Flames competitive."
Roman Josi’s power-play goal in the third period helped the Nashville Predators hold off the Washington Capitals 3-2 in Nashville, with Cole Smith opening the scoring and Ovechkin putting Washington on the board for his 20th of the season before Ethen Frank’s late Caps tally; Washington pressed in the second but couldn’t finish, while Nashville benefited from penalties and momentum to seal the win.
St. Louis Blues goalie Jordan Binnington accidentally kept Alex Ovechkin's 900th goal puck after the game, claiming he intended to return it, and later handed it to the officials. Ovechkin scored his milestone goal against Binnington, who was impressed by the play. The puck was eventually given to Ovechkin, with some speculation about Binnington's intentions.
As Alex Ovechkin begins his 21st NHL season, having recently surpassed Wayne Gretzky's goal record, questions arise about whether this will be his final season, with considerations about his legacy and future plans.
The Washington Capitals clarified that no decision has been made regarding Alex Ovechkin's NHL future after an email mistakenly suggested his upcoming season would be his last. Ovechkin, who recently broke Wayne Gretzky's goal-scoring record, plans to play next season, which will be his 21st in the league.
The Washington Capitals clarified that no decision has been made regarding Alex Ovechkin's future after an email mistakenly suggested his upcoming season would be his last. Ovechkin, who recently broke Wayne Gretzky's goal-scoring record, plans to play next season, which is his 21st in the NHL, despite the team's earlier miscommunication.
The Washington Capitals indicated that the upcoming 2025-26 NHL season will likely be Alex Ovechkin's last, although no official retirement decision has been announced. Ovechkin, 39, is expected to honor his current contract but has not committed to extending his career, and he is nearing the end of a legendary career as one of the greatest goal-scorers in hockey history.
Alex Ovechkin, captain of the Washington Capitals, is sidelined for four to six weeks due to a fractured fibula sustained in a game against the Utah Hockey Club. Despite the injury, Ovechkin was seen without a cast or crutches at a recent Capitals practice, though he was limping slightly. This injury marks the longest absence of his 20-season NHL career. Before the injury, Ovechkin was leading the league in goals and was on track to challenge Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record.
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin will be sidelined for 4-6 weeks due to a fractured left fibula sustained in a collision with Utah's Jack McBain. This injury halts Ovechkin's pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record, as he is currently 24 goals shy. The Capitals, who are off to a strong start this season, will miss Ovechkin's contributions as they aim for another playoff appearance.
Alex Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals' star forward, will be sidelined for 4-6 weeks due to a fractured left fibula sustained during a game against the Utah Hockey Club. This marks the longest absence of his career, impacting his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's NHL goal record. Ovechkin, who has scored 15 goals in 18 games this season, is just 27 goals shy of surpassing Gretzky's record of 894 goals. His injury is a significant setback for the Capitals and his record chase.
Alex Ovechkin, the star player for the Washington Capitals, has suffered a fractured fibula in his left leg and is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks. This injury is a significant setback for both Ovechkin and the Capitals as they navigate the NHL season.
With Alex Ovechkin sidelined due to a leg injury, Hendrix Lapierre is set to return to the Washington Capitals lineup, playing on the left wing of the third line. Despite struggling earlier in the season, head coach Spencer Carbery aims to reward Lapierre's patience and hard work by giving him another opportunity. Lapierre, who has yet to score this season, will need to prove his consistency and effectiveness to maintain his spot, especially with competition from the recently-recalled Miroshnichenko.