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Alex Ovechkin

Left Wing · Washington Capitals

2004 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 1 (#1) — Washington Capitals

Next Game

Wed, Mar 18 · 7:30 PM ET vs Senators

Sportsnet, TVAS, Monumental Sports

Age 406'3"238 lbsShoots RightMoscow, RUS

Current Season

GP

68

Goals

24

Assists

27

Points

51

+/-

-4

S%

12.4%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Mar 14vs BOS000+1315:47
Mar 12@ BUF000-1214:03
Mar 11@ PHI011-1515:45
Mar 9vs CGY000-1217:20
Mar 7@ BOS000-1218:22

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$9.50M

Total Value

$47.50M

Expires

5 yrs · 2025-2026

Status

Then UFA

No-movement clause · 10-team no-trade list

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

News
Hawks Ink Ex-First-Rounder Boisvert for 3 Years

Chicago locks in former first-round gem Sacha Boisvert to a three-year pact, betting big on his upside amid a rebuild grind. Scouts rave about his pro-ready game, and this deal slots him into pipeline plans that could accelerate the Blackhawks' timeline. With Connor Bedard anchoring the core, Boisvert carries the weight of reviving United Center hopes.

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News
Ovechkin Shuts Down Retirement Chatter

Alex Ovechkin draws a hard line on retirement questions in every interview, keeping the focus squarely on the ice. The Capitals' chase captain brushes off speculation as he powers through another milestone season. With the Great 8 still hunting records and Cups, his no-nonsense stance underscores the stakes for a franchise leaning on his chase.

Washington Capitals
Draft & Prospects
Hutson Lands in Washington

Lane Hutson packs his bags for the Capitals, injecting that dynamic puck rush into their blue line. Front offices buzzed about his AHL dominance, and now DC tests the rookie in the bigs. This move signals Ovechkin's crew chasing one last Cup run.

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News
Levy Whiffs on Ovechkin's Retirement Question

ESPN's Steve Levy sits down with Alex Ovechkin but dodges the burning retirement query every fan screams for an answer on. Ovi's chase for Gretzky's record hangs in the balance, and these interviews carry massive weight in D.C.'s front office. Missing that shot leaves everyone wondering what the Great 8 really thinks about his endgame.

Washington Capitals
Game Recap
Ovechkin's Capitals Grind Nears Playoff Cutoff

Alex Ovechkin keeps firing from his office, logging 24 goals and 50 points through 63 games as the Capitals cling to a wild-card spot with 74 points. The Great 8's production dips from last year's record chase, but his four game-winners show the sniper still hunts in clutch moments. Washington faces tough road tests out west, where every shift carries weight for a team staring down the playoff bubble.

Washington Capitals
Playoffs
Wilson's Monster Year Fuels Fantasy Fire

Tom Wilson keeps rewriting his own script in Washington, pacing the Capitals with goals and hits while eyeing another 60-point season alongside Ovechkin. Managers love his top-six spot and power-play juice, but whispers of Olympic ice time with McDavid add serious intrigue to his stretch run. As injuries clear and the playoff push heats up, Wilson's blend of snarl and scoring puts him squarely in top-50 territory for the fantasy playoffs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Alex Ovechkin's stats this season?
Alex Ovechkin has 24 goals and 27 assists for 51 points in 68 games this season.
What team does Alex Ovechkin play for?
Alex Ovechkin is a forward for the Washington Capitals.
What is Alex Ovechkin's contract?
Alex Ovechkin has a cap hit of $9.50M with 0 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Alex Ovechkin drafted?
Alex Ovechkin was drafted in the 2004 NHL Draft by the Washington Capitals in Round 1, Pick 1 (1 overall).
Where is Alex Ovechkin from?
Alex Ovechkin is 40 years old and was born in Moscow, RUS.