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Caps: Alex Ovechkin was asked to film ad for Vladimir Putin's United Russia party

NHL all-time leading goal-scorer Alex Ovechkin recently appeared in a campaign ad for Russian President Vladimir Putin's United Russia party, and the Washington Capitals star will likely face questions about it when he meets with the media Thursday as training camp opens.

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Ovechkin Puts the Capitals and the NHL In An Incredibly Awkward Position

Washington Capitals superstar Alexander Ovechkin has seemingly put his team and the NHL in a tricky spot after recently appearing in a campaign video for Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / September 15

Capitals Sign Ryan Leonard to 8-Year Extension

On Tuesday morning, Ryan Leonard became another highly-paid prospect after the Washington Capitals signed him to an eight-year, $84 million contract extension with a $10.5 million average annual value (AAV).

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Ryan Leonard News / Field Level Media / September 15

Capitals F Ryan Leonard signs 8-year, $84M contract

Washington Capitals forward Ryan Leonard signed an eight-year, $84 million contract on Tuesday. The deal came on the final day for teams to sign players to eight-year contracts.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Ted Leonsis News / Daily Faceoff / September 15

Zach Leonsis promoted to president of Capitals ownership group

There’s been a shake up at the top the Washington Capitals ownership group. On Tuesday, Monumental Sports & Entertainment, the company that owns the Capitals, announced that Zach Leonsis has been promoted to the company’s president and vice chairman.

Ryan Leonard News / NHL Trade Talk / September 15

Capitals Lock Up Ryan Leonard With Eight-Year, $84 Million Extension

The Washington Capitals have re-signed forward Ryan Leonard to an eight-year contract extension worth $84 million, carrying an average annual value of $10.5 million, general manager Chris Patrick announced.

Ryan Leonard News / Daily Faceoff / September 15

Capitals sign Ryan Leonard to eight-year extension

The Washington Capitals have locked in one of their young stars to a long-term deal. On Tuesday, the team announced they signed forward Ryan Leonard to

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15

Capitals bet big on Ryan Leonard with massive contract extension

The Washington Capitals have signed Ryan Leonard, one of their top young forwards, to an eight-year contract extension.

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / September 14

Why the Capitals are a must-watch team for fantasy hockey players in 2026-27

With the NHL season quickly approaching, so too are the countless NHL Fantasy league drafts around the globe. While players will no doubt flock to the superstars as they do every year, the sleeper picks could be the difference in each league. And the Washington Capitals find themselves in a peculiar position.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 12

3 burning Capitals questions entering 2026-27 NHL season

The Washington Capitals could be entering a transition phase next season. Alex Ovechkin is back for one more go this year. After that, his future is left up in the air.

Washington Capitals News / WashingtonCaps.com / September 11

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Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / September 11

Washington Capitals’ T.J. Oshie to Be Inducted Into United States Hockey Hall of Fame

Former Washington Capitals forward and Stanley Cup champion T.J. Oshie is part of the 2026 class of United States Hockey Hall of Fame inductees. He joins four others: NHL powerhouse Phil Kessel, three-time Olympian Amanda Kessel, legendary defenseman Ryan Suter, and former Capitals athletic trainer Stan Wong.