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Capitals Say They'll Have a Contingency Plan for Whatever Ovechkin Decides on His Future
Chris Patrick said the Capitals have cap flexibility and trade assets as they wait on Ovechkin, who scored 32 goals last season.
- Alex Ovechkin's decision on whether to return for a 22nd season remains the biggest loose end for Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick and president of hockey operations Brian MacLellan as they prepare for 2026-27.
- Ovechkin, the NHL's career leader in goals, scored 32 times while playing all 82 games last season, yet Washington missed the playoffs this year due to a competitive Eastern Conference race.
- With John Carlson's contract off the books, the Capitals possess significant financial flexibility, carrying a $9.5 million opening from Ovechkin's expiring deal, and Patrick stated the organization is eager to add forward depth.
- Ideally the front office wants clarity before the NHL draft begins June 26, but Patrick emphasized the team will work with whatever timeline Ovechkin provides, noting they are in a "window where we're trying to win."
- Management is monitoring defenseman Rasmus Sandin's leg injury, which could carry into next season, while the team develops young prospects Ryan Leonard and Cole Hutson to secure long-term stability.
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Capitals say they'll have a contingency plan for whatever Ovechkin decides on his future
Alex Ovechkin’s decision on whether to return for a 22nd season is the biggest loose end facing Washington general manager Chris Patrick and president of hockey operations Brian MacLellan as they look ahead to 2026-27.
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