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Alex Ovechkin: Facts & Related Content
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Alex Ovechkin says he intends to keep playing for the Capitals, his 21st NHL season at age 40
• May 17, 2025, 1:25 PM ET (AP)
Walker, Svechnikov score late as Hurricanes push Capitals to brink of elimination in 5-2 win
• May 12, 2025, 10:55 PM ET (AP)
Tom Wilson leads the Capitals past the Hurricanes 3-1 with blocks, a goal and an assist
• May 8, 2025, 10:39 PM ET (AP)
Capitals look more like themselves in beating the Hurricanes 3-1 in Game 2 to tie series
• May 8, 2025, 10:35 PM ET (AP)
Alex Ovechkin leads the Capitals into the second round against Carolina by scoring and hitting
• May 5, 2025, 1:09 PM ET (AP)
Facts
Also Known As | Aleksandr Mikhaylovich Ovechkin |
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Born | September 17, 1985 (age 39) • Moscow • Russia |
Awards And Honors | Conn Smythe Trophy (2018) • Calder Memorial Trophy (2006) |
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