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Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) heads to a penalty box during the third period against the Anaheim Ducks in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Honda Center.

Connor McDavid Skates Past Alex Ovechkin’s Mark in Oilers’ Calm and Controlled Game 5 Rescue Act

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April 29, 2026 | 12:52 PM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) wrists a shot on goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the third period at Nationwide Arena.

Washington Capitals’ Billionaire Owner Puts Cards on the Table Over Alex Ovechkin’s Looming Retirement

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April 17, 2026 | 12:55 PM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) salutes the fans as he leaves the ice after the game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Giving His Family the Same 2-Word Answer He’s Giving Everyone on Retirement Rumors

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April 16, 2026 | 2:23 PM EDT

Ottawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) at the Canadian Tire Centre.

Senators’ Brady Tkachuk Reveals Why He Has a ‘Glimmer of Hope’ That Alex Ovechkin Won’t Retire

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April 15, 2026 | 8:45 AM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) wrists a shot on goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the third period at Nationwide Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Throws Another Curveball as Retirement Speculation Engulfs Washington Capitals Icon

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April 15, 2026 | 7:45 AM EDT

Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) moves the puck against pressure from Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) during the second period in game six of the second round of the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PPG PAINTS Arena. The Capitals won 2-1 in overtime to win the series 4 games to 2.

Penguins’ Evgeni Malkin Refuses to Buy Noise Around Alex Ovechkin’s Retirement

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April 13, 2026 | 10:45 AM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) smiles while waving off a handshake line by the Pittsburgh Penguins after their game at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Explains Why He Waved Off Sidney Crosby’s Penguins’ Handshake Gesture

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April 13, 2026 | 7:30 AM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) at Madison Square Garden.

Tom Wilson Notes Alex Ovechkin’s Recent Habit That Could Hint at Capitals Star’s Retirement

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April 12, 2026 | 8:55 AM EDT

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) warms up before a game against the before a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena.

Sidney Crosby in the Same Boat as the Rest of Us When It Comes To Alex Ovechkin’s Looming Decision

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April 10, 2026 | 9:45 AM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Scotiabank Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Unknowingly Drops a Hint About Calling Time on his Career After Beating Maple Leafs

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April 9, 2026 | 4:14 AM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) at Madison Square Garden.

Alex Ovechkin Underlines ‘Most Important’ Factor in Looming Washington Capitals Contract Extension

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April 8, 2026 | 10:55 AM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) scores an open net goal to complete a hat trick (three goals) during the third period of a game against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center.

Alex Ovechkin’s Mother Tatyana Speaks Her Mind as Retirement Rumors Loom

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April 5, 2026 | 7:15 AM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) fist bumps his family through the glass after the game against the Philadelphia Flyers at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Now Officially the Sole Owner of Yet Another NHL Record After Leading Capitals’ 6-4 Win Vs. Flyers

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April 1, 2026 | 2:00 PM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena.

3-Time Stanley Cup Champ Pushes Alex Ovechkin to Topple Ultimate Wayne Gretzky Record Before Retiring

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March 30, 2026 | 9:24 AM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) at Delta Center.

Alex Ovechkin Continues To Defy Father Time Joining Yet Another Exclusive Club

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March 28, 2026 | 12:30 PM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates scoring a goal against the Utah Mammoth during the second period at Delta Center.

Alex Ovechkin Meets Serendipity in Michael Jordan-Esque Effort to Sink Utah Mammoth With Hatty

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March 27, 2026 | 9:05 AM EDT

Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) skates up ice with the puck against the Carolina Hurricanes during the first period at PPG Paints Arena.

Penguins Star Evgeni Malkin Mere 2 Points Away From Joining Sidney Crosby, Alex Ovechkin in Elite NHL Club

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March 23, 2026 | 1:54 PM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) at Capital One Arena.

Capitals GM Reveals Protocol Alex Ovechkin Followed With Hall of Fame After Beating Wayne Gretzky’s Record

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March 21, 2026 | 4:33 PM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin at KeyBank Center.

Alex Ovechkin’s Ex-HC Bruce Boudreau As Clueless on Washington Capitals Legend’s Retirement As the Rest of Us

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March 19, 2026 | 2:34 PM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) is stopped on his shootout attempt by Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman (1) at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Retirement Off-Limits in Interviews, Per ESPN’s Steve Levy

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March 15, 2026 | 4:21 PM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) waves after the Capitals' game against the Calgary Flames at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Approaching Another Wayne Gretzky Record But There’s One Milestone He Will Never Pass

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March 10, 2026 | 3:11 PM EDT

Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) at Lenovo Center.

John Carlson’s Wife Gina Pens Heartfelt Note for Fans After Blockbuster Ducks Trade

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March 7, 2026 | 9:21 AM EST

Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) and Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrate after their game against the Winnipeg Jets at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Breaks Silence on Washington Capitals’ Trade Deadline, Pulls No Punches on John Carlson Trade

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March 7, 2026 | 1:49 AM EST

KHL Prez Intervenes With Capitals Icon Alex Ovechkin’s NHL Future Up in the Air

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February 11, 2026 | 8:05 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) during the third period against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena.

NHL Trade Rumors: Washington Capitals Have Short-Term Plan For Alex Ovechkin’s Looming Retirement

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February 3, 2026 | 11:55 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) looks on during the third period against the New York Islanders at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Leaves Wayne Gretzky Behind With Even Loftier Goals in Sight for Capitals Legend

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February 3, 2026 | 11:00 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) at Little Caesars Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Links Up With LeBron James, Trae Young Courtside While Attending Lakers–Wizards Game

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January 31, 2026 | 12:30 PM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates through he glass with his son Sergei (R) after scoring a goal against the Dallas Stars during the third period at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Reveals Son’s Nervousness During ‘Mites On Ice’ on Wednesday

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January 8, 2026 | 4:30 PM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) shoots the puck against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the third period at Capital One Arena.

Noise Grows Around Alex Ovechkin’s Capitals Making Waves on NHL Trade Market

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December 11, 2025 | 9:45 AM EST

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) controls the puck against the San Jose Sharks in the third period at SAP Center at San Jose.

Insider Links Quinn Hughes With Replacing Bonafide NHL Legend

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December 10, 2025 | 8:13 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) looks on against the Anaheim Ducks during the first period at Honda Center.

Alex Ovechkin Finally Addresses Murky Contract Situation with Washington Capitals

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December 9, 2025 | 11:40 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) shoots the puck against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the third period at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Has Mark Messier, Jaromir Jagr In His Sights as Capitals Icon Climbs Another All-Time NHL List

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December 8, 2025 | 2:01 PM EST

Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) and Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrate after their game against the Winnipeg Jets at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin’s Wife Drops Sneak Peek as Capitals Captain Pulls Off Rare Feat With His Sons

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November 27, 2025 | 12:40 PM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates with Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (48) after their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Capital One Arena.

Panthers Star Matthew Tkachuk Makes Feelings Clear on Alex Ovechkin’s Unresolved Future

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November 26, 2025 | 9:27 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin holds the puck from his 900th NHL goal after the Capitals' game against the St. Louis Blues at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Enters Elite Top 10 NHL Club Following Hat-Trick Hero Effort in Pummelling Montreal Canadiens

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November 21, 2025 | 8:51 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) prepares to toss a puck in the stands after being named number two star of the game against the Los Angeles Kings at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Just Can’t Stop Making NHL History as Capitals Icon Leaves Gordie Howe In His Rearview Mirror

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November 18, 2025 | 3:57 PM EST

New Jersey Devils goaltender Jake Allen (34) makes a save against on Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) in a shootout at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Flat-Out Refuses To Follow In 2-Time Stanley Cup Champ’s Footsteps In Subtle Hint About His Future

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November 17, 2025 | 11:53 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) skates during the warmups before the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center.

Wayne Gretzky Reacts to Alex Ovechkin Scaling 900-Goal Mountain

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November 12, 2025 | 9:36 AM EST

Canadian former ice hockey player Wayne Gretzky is present for the game between Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers in game five of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place.

Wayne Gretzky Reveals How He Suffered Tom Brady-Like Fate

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November 12, 2025 | 8:20 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin holds the puck from his 900th NHL goal after the Capitals' game against the St. Louis Blues at Capital One Arena.

Washington Capitals Owner Sends Alex Ovechkin a Message Following 900-Goal Milestone

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November 7, 2025 | 12:13 PM EST

Alex Ovechkin’s 900th Goal Tied to a Family Tradition (via Instagram/@nastyashubskay)

Alex Ovechkin’s Wife Reveals the Omen That Powered Capitals Legend’s 900-Goal Milestone

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November 6, 2025 | 9:06 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin holds the puck from his 900th NHL goal after the Capitals' game against the St. Louis Blues at Capital One Arena.

900-Goal Hero Alex Ovechkin Makes Feelings Clear on St. Louis Blues Villain’s Viral Stunt

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November 6, 2025 | 8:54 AM EST

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) is checked by St. Louis Blues right wing Alexey Toropchenko (13) while battling for the puck during the first period at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin’s 900th Goal Breaks the Internet as Hockey Fans React in Disbelief

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November 5, 2025 | 9:07 PM EST

Alex Ovechkin and Wife Nastasiya Embrace Roman-Warrior Theme for Halloween (Image Credit: IG @ nastyashubskaya)

Alex Ovechkin and Wife Nastasiya Embrace Roman-Warrior Theme for Halloween

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November 1, 2025 | 8:45 AM EDT

Russia forward Alexander Ovechkin (8) rests during a timeout in the third period during the preliminary round of group B play of the 2010 Vancouver Olympics against Czech Republic at the Canada Hockey Place. Russia defeated Czech Republic 4-2.

Capitals Prez Refuses To Knock On Alex Ovechkin’s Door Over Retirement Questions

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October 26, 2025 | 4:30 PM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates goal his 899th goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the third period at Nationwide Arena.

Alex Ovechkin Approaching Uncharted Territory Not Even Wayne Gretzky Could Reach

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October 25, 2025 | 11:13 AM EDT

Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome (17) scores a goal on Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson (32) as Wild defenseman Brock Faber (7) defends during the third period at Capital One Arena.

Minnesota Wild’s $68M Star Goes Scorched Earth Following Embarrassing Loss to Alex Ovechkin’s Capitals

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October 18, 2025 | 11:40 AM EDT

Metropolitan Division forward Alexander Ovechkin (8) of the Washington Capitals warms up prior to the 2018 NHL All Star Game at Amalie Arena.

‘He’s Not Chasing Wayne Gretzky Anymore’ — Analyst Dials Down Confidence in Alex Ovechkin’s Year-40 Season

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September 23, 2025 | 1:03 PM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) blows a kiss to his son in the stands after game five of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Carolina Hurricanes at Capital One Arena.

Alex Ovechkin’s Son Steals The Show With Stunning Goal In Youth Hockey Game

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September 22, 2025 | 11:41 AM EDT

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) scores a goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period in game four of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center.

Alex Ovechkin Reveals He’s Keeping A Close Eye on Former 1,033-Point Teammate

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September 20, 2025 | 2:03 PM EDT

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