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For Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals, the beginning of the end has arrived with 'mixed emotions'Ovechkin called coach Spencer Carbery on Sunday to say he wanted to address his teammates, but it wasn't a total surprise.The Athletic · 2026-10-05
An all-time NHL rivalry is nearing an end. Sidney Crosby won't be the same without OvechkinOvechkin and Crosby are two very different players and people, yet they are forever linked by their heated rivalry over the past 21 years.The Athletic · 2026-10-05
Ovechkin to play nine more games in Canada, as his final season beginsThe Senators host the Capitals on Nov. 10 in Ovechkin’s first game on Canadian soil since AprilThe Globe and Mail Hockey · 2026-10-05- Capitals Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – The Final Chapter, Blue Line Realignment and MoreHere are the key storylines to watch surrounding the Washington Capitals and their upcoming schedule for the week of Oct. 5-11, 2026. The Great Eight’s Final Chapter The impending end…The Hockey Writers - Washington Capitals · 2026-10-05
Alex Ovechkin Announces Retirement at End of Season, Here's When to Watch the Capitals Legend One Last Time in WinnipegThe Great Eight’s legendary career enters its final chapter, giving Winnipeg fans one last opportunity to witness the NHL’s most prolific goal scorer before he hangs them up.The Hockey News - Winnipeg Jets · 2026-10-05
Alex Ovechkin’s final run ‘great for the NHL': Wayne Gretzky and others react to the newsFigures from around the hockey world are sharing their thoughts on Ovechkin's career.The Athletic · 2026-10-05
The Hockey News Big Show: Will Ovechkin Close Out His NHL Career With A Stanley Cup?Former NHLer Drew Shore joins Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy to discuss Alex Ovechkin’s final season announcement, Elias Pettersson’s potential return to form, and more.The Hockey News · 2026-10-05
Alex Ovechkin to play nine more games in CanadaAlex Ovechkin has announced the 2026-27 NHL season will be his last.Global News - Canadiens · 2026-10-05
Capitals vs. Penguins 2027 tickets: See the latest prices, date for Alex Ovechkin's last game in DCAlex Ovechkin will take his final bow in DC on April 4 as the Capitals host the Penguins. Here's what to know about tickets to the NHL game.Sporting News NHL · 2026-10-05
NHL legend Ovechkin will retire at end of seasonNational Hockey League all-time leading goalscorer Alex Ovechkin says he will retire at the end of the season.BBC Sport Ice Hockey · 2026-10-05
NHL Rumors: Ovechkin Retiring, Edvinsson Mad, Oilers Trade Plans, Hellebuyck to SharksIn today’s NHL rumors rundown, Alex Ovechkin has announced that the 2026-27 season will be his final year in the NHL, but the Washington Capitals superstar still has several major…The Hockey Writers - Red Wings · 2026-10-05- Alex Ovechkin Confirms 2026-27 Will Be His Final NHL SeasonAlexander Ovechkin, the greatest goalscorer in the history of the National Hockey League, and one of the greatest players the league has ever seen, has announced that he will be…The Hockey Writers - Washington Capitals · 2026-10-05
Alex Ovechkin Drops Retirement Bombshell: “This Is Going to Be My Last Year”Alex Ovechkin told Capitals teammates the 2026-27 season will be his last. Here's what the NHL's all-time goal king said, and what's left to chase.Sportsnaut NHL · 2026-10-05
Alex Ovechkin Announces Retirement After 22 SeasonsThe Capitals superstar said this season will be his last.Front Office Sports NHL · 2026-10-05
NHL’s all-time leading goalscorer Alex Ovechkin to retire at end of seasonRussian led Capitals to their first-ever Stanley Cup win Ovechkin turned 41 in September Alex Ovechkin said on Monday that his 22nd season in the NHL will be his last, beginning the farewell tour for the longtime…The Guardian · 2026-10-05
How The Capitals Can Prepare For Life Without Alex OvechkinFor the Capitals, Alex Ovechkin has been the one constant for the last 20 years. But now that he's officially announced that 2026-27 will be his final season, they need to think about what happens next.The Hockey News · 2026-10-05
Alex Ovechkin announces retirement to Capitals teammates to start 22nd season(Photo by Katherine Gawlik/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Washington Capitals great Alex Ovechkin made it official on Monday. The 2026-2027 season will be his last one in the NHL.…SB Nation · 2026-10-05
Alex Ovechkin finally makes NHL retirement decision amid age-41 season with CapitalsIn a statement released on Washington's social media pages on Monday morning, Ovechkin announced his plans to retire,Sporting News NHL · 2026-10-05
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin to retire after the 2026-27 NHL season‘I love this game so much, but I know in my heart it’s the right decision,’ Ovechkin said in a statement released before the Capitals’ home openerThe Globe and Mail Hockey · 2026-10-05
Capitals' Ovechkin To Retire At End Of 2026-27 NHL SeasonWashington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin has officially revealed that he will retire at the conclusion of the 2026-27 season.The Hockey News · 2026-10-05
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin says his 22nd NHL season will be his lastIn a video posted by the team on social media, Alex Ovechkin said it was important to his family to let his fellow players know first.NBC Sports · 2026-10-05
Alex Ovechkin announces this season will be his last"I want to play with my kids when they're growing up," Ovechkin, 41, said.The Athletic · 2026-10-05
Capitals Captain Alex Ovechkin Announces This Will Be His Final Season In The NHLARLINGTON, V.A. — Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is hanging up the skates after this season.The Hockey News - Washington Capitals · 2026-10-05
Photos: Bears Top Checkers, 3-2(Photos by Rob Raymer) The Hershey Bears picked up a 3-2 win at GIANT Center on Sunday to earn a split of their opening weekend series with the Charlotte Checkers. One highlight was Petr Sikora‘s first AHL goal, which…Capitals Outsider · 2026-10-05
Kulich Caps Off Long Road Back With Game-Winner In Sabres Home OpenerBuffalo with a 4-3 comeback victory over Chicago on SaturdayThe Hockey News - Sabres · 2026-10-04
Lightning Rally Behind Home Crowd, Beat Capitals 3-1 in Home OpenerSaturday was an ideal day for sports in Tampa Bay, with the Rays, Rowdies and Lightning all in action. The Lightning were coming off a 5-1 loss to the Rangers in their season opener and were looking to bounce back in…The Hockey News - Lightning · 2026-10-04
Caps fall to the Bolts, Roy injuredThe Washington Capitals fell to Tampa Bay Saturday night 3-1 and lost defense Matt Roy to injuryStars and Sticks · 2026-10-04
Andrei Vasilevskiy secures another record in Lightning win over CapitalsIt seems like in any given game, the Lightning netminder has an opportunity to yet again put his name into the history booksBolts by the Bay · 2026-10-04
Takeaways: Slow Start & Lack Of Execution Cost Capitals In Loss To Lightning, Roy Injured As Lindgren Stands Tall In Season DebutWhen the puck dropped in Tampa Bay on Saturday, the Washington Capitals, coming off a convincing win over the Carolina Hurricanes, weren't exactly ready to play, as they got outmatched early on. And while Charlie…The Hockey News - Washington Capitals · 2026-10-04
Trade Talk Around Dylan Larkin Intensifies After Opening Night Boos, Capitals Emerge With Intriguing OfferA hostile homecoming fuels rumors of the captain’s exit as Washington weighs a blockbuster swap for Dylan Strome to bolster Alex Ovechkin’s final Stanley Cup charge.The Hockey News - Red Wings · 2026-10-04