Washington, United States, July 2, 2026 (AFP) - Ovechkin returning to Caps for 22nd NHL season

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2026-07-02

Alex Ovechkin, the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, will return for a 22nd season with the Washington Capitals, the club announced on Thursday. The Capitals said in a statement that the Russian great has signed a one-year contract with an average annual value of $4.25 million. "I'm back!" Ovechkin said in comments posted on the Caps website. "Thank you to everyone for giving me and my family the time to make this decision. I'm healthy. I love......

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