Alex Ovechkin, Washington Capitals

Ovechkin, Backstrom reunite on ice before Capitals practice
In 17 seasons playing together, Backstrom has assisted on 279 of Ovechkin’s 868 regular season goals. Backstrom himself is in the process of returning from injury, currently on long-term injured reserve. He has not played since October 2023 when he took a leave of absence due to his resurfaced hip injury.
Capitals are rolling along without Alex Ovechkin thanks to depth that has kept them a contender
The Capitals led the Eastern Conference when Ovechkin got injured Nov. 18, and they remain atop the conference more than three weeks into his absence.
When Might Alex Ovechkin Return To The Washington Capitals
When could Washington Capitals legend Alex Ovechkin realistically return to the team after suffering a broken fibula in late November?
Alex Ovechkin Update: Capitals Captain's Recovery 'Status Quo,' What Next Steps Will Be
ARLINGTON, V.A. — The Washington Capitals continue to get positive news on the Alex Ovechkin front, as his recovery from a broken leg continues to trend in the irght direction. Ovechkin skated again on his own ahead of practice, donning a blue non-contact jersey and full gear while working without a puck.
Alex Ovechkin injury update: Capitals star ramping up rehab after broken leg
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin has been out since Nov. 18 with a fractured left fibula. Here's the latest on his injury.
Watch: Alex Ovechkin gets help from an old friend during injury recovery
Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin is quickly progressing through his recovery from a fractured left fibula suffered on Nov. 18. On Wednesday, he was seen skating again before the team's practice,
Ovechkin Continues Skating, Joined On Ice By Backstrom Ahead Of Capitals Practice As He Continues Recovery From Broken Leg
Ovechkin was on the ice for skating work ahead of practice and working with teammate Nicklas Backstrom, who was in a tracksuit. The two shared a hug at the end of the session. The Russian also worked with pucks for the first time,
Wayne Gretzky on Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of goals record: ‘He’ll get a little bit nervous near the end’
Ovechkin is 26 goals shy of Gretzky's total of 894 and should have 48 to 52 games left this regular season when he returns ...
Today in Sports - Alex Ovechkin becomes third player in NHL history to score 800 goals
2022 — Washington Capitals center Alex Ovechkin scores a hat trick in 7-3 away win over Chicago Blackhawks to join Wayne Gretzky & Gordie Howe as the only players in NHL history to score 800 goals.
NHL News: Wayne Gretzky sends defiant message on Capitals star Alex Ovechkin's pursuit for goals record
The greatest hockey player of all time Wayne Gretzky issued a strong comment about Washington Capitals star Aleksandr ...
Wayne Gretzky Passes Advice as Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Is About to Pass Him
As Alex Ovechkin inches closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goals record, “The Great One” has shared both ...
Wayne Gretzky's honest take on Alex Ovechkin chasing his scoring record
Wayne Gretzky had an interesting take on Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin potentially surpassing his scoring record.
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Gretzky thinks Ovechkin will get ‘a little bit nervous,’ but will follow him in final game leading to record setting goal
Alex Ovechkin’s red-hot start to the NHL season came to a screeching halt on November 18th. After scoring 13 goals in his ...
Capitals rolling along without Alex Ovechkin thanks to depth that has kept them a contender
Alex Ovechkin has not missed many games during his two decades in the NHL with the Washington Capitals, and that remarkable ...
Alex Ovechkin Seen Skating at Capitals Practice Just 17 Days After Breaking Fibula
The 39-year-old was expected to miss the next several weeks after colliding with Utah's Jack McBain in November.