In a game that showcased more than just goals, Alex Ovechkin brought his signature flair to the ice during the Washington Capitals' matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning. While he may not have scored, his performance was a blend of skill, charisma, and camaraderie that captivated fans and analysts alike.

The NHL shootout has shaped how games are decided for two decades, from the first shootout in Toronto to the longest 20-round shootout in Sunrise, Florida. Players like Alex Ovechkin, Jussi Jokinen, Patrick Kane,

Alex Ovechkin found the back of the net for the first time in 2025-26 and moved himself within two of becoming the NHL’s first 900-goal scorer. * Nick Schmaltz (3-1—4) scored the League’s fifth hat tr

Washington’s captain went scoreless in the Capitals’ first four games of the season. That changed Friday night.

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David Pastrnak had a goal and two assists and Jeremy Swayman made 34 saves in the Boston Bruins' 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals.