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Alex Ovechkin Says He Intends to Keep Playing for the Capitals, His 21st NHL Season at Age 40
- On May 17, 2025, Alex Ovechkin confirmed he plans to play his 21st season with the Washington Capitals at age 40.
- He made this decision after breaking Wayne Gretzky's career goals record and overcoming a broken leg during a season with 44 goals scored.
- Ovechkin played 65 regular season games with a $9.5 million cap hit and led the team with five postseason goals in 10 games before elimination by Carolina.
- Capitals coach Spencer Carbery confirmed that Ovechkin remains under contract and is expected to return for the upcoming season, while also complimenting his strong performance throughout the playoffs.
- Ovechkin aims to contribute to a Stanley Cup–caliber team next year while acknowledging uncertainty about how long he will continue playing.
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Alex Ovechkin says he intends to keep playing for the Capitals, his 21st NHL season at age 40
Alex Ovechkin says he intends to return to the Washington Capitals next season and hopes to make their roster for a 21st NHL season. Ovechkin turns 40 in September.
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Alexander Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals made an earlier-than-expected exit from the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Thursday night after losing to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 on Thursday night, sending the Canes to the Conference Final and the Caps golfing.So, now that he's the NHL's all-time goal-scoring leader, could the Great 8 decide to hang up his yellow-laced skates?According to Sidney Crosby — who has had a healthy rivalry with Ovechk…
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