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Alex Ovechkin Enjoying Miami Beach Instead Of All-Star Festivities

Found January 27, 2012 on Busted Coverage: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Alexander Ovechkin
TEAMS: Washington Capitals

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Alex Ovechkin told the NHL he wouldn’t be attending the all-star game in Ottawa this weekend because, “My heart is not there. I got suspended, so why I have to go there?” At least the man is of his word and understands that Miami Beach is a much better option in January. A couple different groups of 20-somethings, including GiddyBang, yesterday took photos with the Russian goal machine while he was enjoying his time away from hockey.  Who’s GiddyBang? That would be curly, above. Don’t even tell us Giddy isn’t plowing chicks two at a time in Miami. And what about the rack on that chick with Ovechkin. God, please let her be 18 because those things are mesmerizing. Screw that goofy ass smile on GiddyBang. We’re all about the Indian-looking broad. Are you partying in Miami with Ovechkin? Tell us about it. mail@bustedcoverage.com [@GiddyBang]  [@josephspira1] Filed under: Hockey
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