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Capitals HC Provides Timeline for Alex Ovechkin Return
Washington Capitals' captain Alex Ovechkin took the next step in his recovery from a fractured leg when he shed the non-contact practice jersey he wore the past week for a regular practice uniform. Joining his teammates and taking physical contact is one of the last checkpoints to get by before the Capitals star can return to game action.
Alex Ovechkin injury update: Capitals star won't return until after holiday break
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin was cleared for contact, but he won't return from his fractured left fibula until after the holiday break.
Capitals Issue Timeframe for Alex Ovechkin's Imminent Return
The 38-year-old Ovechkin is expected to make his return before the New Year and is currently sitting at 868 goals, just 26 shy of tying the record. Assuming he returns on Dec. 28, Ovechkin would have 50 games left this season to close the gap.
Alex Ovechkin cleared for contact, won’t play before NHL holiday break
The Washington Capitals captain shed his noncontact jersey and participated in the team’s morning skate in a regular jersey on Friday.
Alex Ovechkin injury update: Capitals coach say star's return is 'getting real close'
Washington Capitals coach Spencer Carbery laid out a scenario where Alex Ovechkin could return before the league's holiday break next week.
Bruins vs. Capitals preview: Even without Alex Ovechkin, Capitals provide a big challenge
Washington has an Eastern Conference-leading 23 wins and owns the highest point percentage in the NHL at .727.
When Might Alex Ovechkin Return To The Washington Capitals
When could Washington Capitals legend Alex Ovechkin realistically return to the team after suffering a broken fibula in late November?
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Nearing Return
The Washington Capitals have managed to thrive without captain Alex Ovechkin in the lineup, but they have been eager to have their star winger back. The team is currently battling it out for the top spot in the Metropolitan Division while Ovi finishes up his rehabilitation.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Takes Major Step in Injury Rehab
Ovechkin’s absence hasn’t slowed the Capitals’ momentum. They have gone 8-2-1 in that span, surging to the top of the Eastern Conference standings and sitting just one point behind the Winnipeg Jets in the Presidents’ Trophy race to be the best regular-season team in the NHL.
Alex Ovechkin won’t play for Capitals before holiday break
Although Ovechkin was cleared to resume full contact in practice Friday, Capitals coach Spencer Carbery said that the 39-year-old left wing won’t return from a fractured left fibula until after the NHL’s holiday break, which runs from Dec. 24-26.
Former Stanley Cup Champion Praises Capitals' Alex Ovechkin
When Alex Ovechkin left the Washington Capitals lineup with a broken fibula, he was well on his way to breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record. While it’
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Projecting Alex Ovechkin’s Goal Total This Season
From a scorching start to the year, Alex Ovechkin is flirting with history. After an untimely injury, how many goals will he ...
Today in Sports - Alex Ovechkin moves past Gordie Howe for 2nd most goals of all-time in NHL history
Today in Sports, December 23 - Alex Ovechkin moves past Gordie Howe for 2nd most goals of all-time in NHL history ...
NHL Power Rankings: Ovechkin-less Capitals Claim Top Spot
The NHL belongs to the Washington Capitals as the regular season storms into the middle of December. The top seed in the league standings remains a race between ...