After playing the last several weeks without their best player and team captain, the Washington Capitals posted a promising update on their X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday.
Alexander Ovechkin, who suffered a lower-body injury in the Caps’ 6-2 victory over the Utah Hockey Club on Nov. 19, was seen skating at the team’s practice facility in Arlington, Va.
The team relayed back on Nov. 21 that Ovechkin had, in fact, fractured his fibula and that he was expected to miss the next four to six weeks.
The forward was off to a historic start in 2024, leading the NHL with 15 goals in his age-39 season before leaving the ice. Washington was also leading the Eastern Conference with a 13-4-1 record and 27 points at the time of Ovechkin’s injury. They’re just 4-3 since.
The Caps are headed to Toronto on Friday for a matchup against the Maple Leafs from Scotiabank Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EST on ESPN.
When talking about Alex Ovechkin, we’re not just referring to an exceptional player but to a living legend of ice hockey. Since debuting in the NHL with the Washington Capitals in 2005, he has redefined what it means to be a sports superstar.
With 826 goals and counting, this Russian forward is the second-highest scorer in NHL history and is thrillingly chasing Wayne Gretzky’s record of 894 goals. But his legacy extends far beyond the numbers.
In 2018, he led the Capitals to their first Stanley Cup, a milestone that cemented his place in the history of the team and the sport. Since then, he has become a major icon, which has also significantly boosted his earnings.
This impressive figure reflects a stellar career, significant endorsements, and lucrative contracts. In 2008, he signed a 13-year deal worth $124 million, one of the largest in NHL history at the time.
In 2018, he led the team to their first Stanley Cup, solidifying his legacy as a leader and a decisive player. During those playoffs, he was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as the most valuable player.
In 2021, he extended his contract with the Washington Capitals for five years, valued at $47.5 million, ensuring an average annual salary of $9.5 million. This contract, still in effect according to Sportskeeda.
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