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Alex Ovechkin addresses role in video backing Putin’s United Russia party

Alex Ovechkin said he agreed to appear in a video in support of Russian president Vladimir Putin's United Russia party because he supported his country, while also insisting he is "full of peace and love" and not pro-war.

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Alex Ovechkin Says He's Not Apologizing For Supporting Russia

Alex Ovechkin isn’t apologizing for supporting his country. The longtime Washington Capitals star, who will return for the 2026-27 season, appeared in a pro-Vladimir Putin video earlier this month.

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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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Alexander Ovechkin News / Total Pro Sports / September 16

NHL Superstar Alex Ovechkin Suddenly Finds Himself Embroiled In Vladimir Putin Controversy

Alex Ovechkin enters his 22nd NHL season carrying more history than almost any player in the league. The Capitals captain sits atop the all-time goals list, and Washington has spent much of the past year building toward a proper farewell for him.

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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.

Justin Sourdif News / Field Level Media / September 16

Caps re-sign F Justin Sourdif to 8-year, $50.8M deal

The Washington Capitals re-signed forward Justin Sourdif to an eight-year, $50.8 million contract. The deal was completed Tuesday, the last day teams were allowed to ink players to eight-year contracts.

Justin Sourdif News / The Hockey Writers / September 16

Capitals Sign Justin Sourdif to an 8-Year Contract Extension

General Manager Chris Patrick barely beat the midnight deadline as the Washington Capitals announced an eight-year, $50.8 million contract extension for Justin Sourdif.

Justin Sourdif News / NHL Trade Talk / September 15

Capitals Drop a Wild Eight‑Year, $50.8M Bet on Justin Sourdif Before Deadline

The Washington Capitals didn’t wait, and Justin Sourdif didn’t miss his window. With the eight‑year max‑term cutoff expiring at midnight, the 24‑year‑old forward secured a massive eight‑year, $50.8 million extension carrying a $6.35M AAV — a long‑term bet on a player who quietly earned the organization’s trust last season.

Justin Sourdif News / Daily Faceoff / September 15

Capitals sign Justin Sourdif to eight-year extension

The Washington Capitals and right winger Justin Sourdif met the deadline. Just hours before eight-year contracts became impossible under the new CBA, the Capitals and Sourdif put pen to paper on an eight-year, $50.8 million deal with an average annual value of $6.35 million through the 2034-35 season.

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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.

Justin Sourdif News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15

Capitals sign Justin Sourdif to eight-year extension on busy day

Just hours before the deadline to finalize any eight-year contracts, the Capitals have got their second of the day in.

Capitals bet big on Ryan Leonard with massive contract extension

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Alexander Ovechkin News / Field Level Media / September 15

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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Alexander Ovechkin News / NHL Trade Talk / September 16

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).

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.

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

Ryan Leonard 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.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 12