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 Washington Capitals have gone 6-2-1 since Alex Ovechkin was sidelined by a broken left fibula. It's a stark contrast to his first 19 NHL seasons, when they lost 33 of the 59 games Ovechkin missed and 23 of 36 over the past decade.
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin takes massive next step in injury recovery
Alex Ovechkin hasn’t played a game for the Washington Capitals since breaking his left fibula in a game against the Utah Hockey Club on November 18 — but The Great Eight is getting close to a return.
Alex Ovechkin injury update: Capitals star briefly at practice as he rehabs broken leg
He then participated briefly in the morning skate while wearing a no-contact jersey, according to the Hockey News. Ovechkin is in his second week on the ice at the Capitals' practice facility since he broke his leg.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin: Practicing in non-contact jersey
Ovechkin (fibula) participated at practice Saturday in a non-contact jersey, per Sammi Silber of The Hockey News. This was a big step in Ovechkin's recovery from a broken fibula suffered Nov. 18. Ovechkin partook in drills,
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LOOK: Alex Ovechkin watching the Wizards and other pictures of the day in the NBA
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: LOOK: Alex Ovechkin watching the Wizards and other pictures of the day in the NBA ...
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Takes Major Step in Injury Rehab
Ovechkin’s absence hasn’t slowed the Capitals’ momentum. They have gone 8-2-1 in his absence, surging to the top of the ...
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In Photos: Alex Ovechkin's wife Anastasia enjoys majestic views of "east rim of the Grand Canyon" in Arizona after Las Vegas birthday bash
While Alex Ovechkin inches closer to Wayne Gretzky's goals record, his wife Anastasia Shubskaya is enjoying herself in the desert. Alex's better half posted pictures from one of the most ...
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 ...
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Impact of Alex Ovechkin's Injury on His Hot Streak
Alex Ovechkin's week-to-week injury could extend ... Social Security Benefit for Age 70 National Geographic unveiled its Pictures of the Year. Here are 7 of the most stunning wildlife photos.
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Capitals' Alex Ovechkin's Hot Start Fueled by Rigorous Offseason
Before suffering a fractured fibula, the Washington Capitals were being led by their captain, 39-year-old Alex Ovechkin. Ovechkin’s 15 goals in 18 games helped lead the Capitals to the top of ...
Capitals Notebook: Latest On Ovechkin After Skating For First Time, Milano Update, Strome's Dental Work, 4 Take Maintenance Days
In addition to Ovechkin, who remains on the injured reserve, Sonny Milano also took the ice before practice, skating on his ...
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Alex Ovechkin is on track to break Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record
Ovechkin already owns the NHL records for power-play goals with 316 and shots on goal with 6,690. PHOTOS: Alex Ovechkin is on track to break Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record He also has ...
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Alex Ovechkin skates before Capitals practice as he works to return from a broken leg
ARLINGTON, Va. — Alex Ovechkin skated by himself before Washington Capitals practice on Monday as he works to return from a broken leg. Ovechkin wore a tracksuit and a helmet with stick in hand ...