Alex Ovechkin re-signs with Capitals for 22nd season: 'I'm back!'

The Washington Capitals announced on Monday that captain Alex Ovechkin has officially signed a one-year contract extension to return for the 2026-27 NHL season.
By Amanda Hurley at FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) · · 1 min read

The Washington Capitals announced on Monday that captain Alex Ovechkin has officially signed a one-year contract extension to return for the 2026-27 NHL season.
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