A milestone season
At 41, Alex Ovechkin has agreed to a contract that will keep him on the Washington Capitals roster for a 22nd NHL season, extending a career that began back in 2001 and has already delivered 929 goals.
Ovechkin sits just 10 goals away from the 1,000‑goal milestone and is also within striking distance of Wayne Gretzky’s all‑time 1,016‑goal record, a target he pursues while managing health and the desire to keep contributing.
Beyond personal milestones, the Russian winger’s chief aim remains a sixth Stanley Cup with the Capitals, a goal he believes is within reach given the team’s depth, recent playoff performance, and a competitive roster.
The veteran admits he is unsure whether he will lace up skates beyond the upcoming campaign, leaving his future open while he focuses on contributing to the club’s championship push.