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Ovechkin won’t play for Capitals before holiday break
Although Ovechkin was cleared to resume full contact in practice Friday, Capitals coach Spencer Carbery said that the 39-year-old left wing won’t return from a fractured left fibula until after the NHL’s holiday break, which runs from Dec. 24-26.
Capitals HC Provides Timeline for Alex Ovechkin Return
Washington Capitals' captain Alex Ovechkin took the next step in his recovery from a fractured leg when he shed the non-contact practice jersey he wore the past week for a regular practice uniform. Joining his teammates and taking physical contact is one of the last checkpoints to get by before the Capitals star can return to game action.
Alex Ovechkin injury update: Capitals star won't return until after holiday break
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin was cleared for contact, but he won't return from his fractured left fibula until after the holiday break.
Alex Ovechkin cleared for contact, won’t play before NHL holiday break
The Washington Capitals captain shed his noncontact jersey and participated in the team’s morning skate in a regular jersey on Friday.
Capitals Issue Timeframe for Alex Ovechkin's Imminent Return
The 38-year-old Ovechkin is expected to make his return before the New Year and is currently sitting at 868 goals, just 26 shy of tying the record. Assuming he returns on Dec. 28, Ovechkin would have 50 games left this season to close the gap.
Alex Ovechkin injury update: Capitals coach say star's return is 'getting real close'
Washington Capitals coach Spencer Carbery laid out a scenario where Alex Ovechkin could return before the league's holiday break next week.
Former Stanley Cup Champion Praises Capitals' Alex Ovechkin
When Alex Ovechkin left the Washington Capitals lineup with a broken fibula, he was well on his way to breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record. While it’
Capitals Notebook: Ovechkin Won't Play Until After Holiday Break, Eller Out Due To Illness
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin will have to wait until after Christmas to make his return from a broken leg that's kept him out for just over a month. Head coach Spencer Carbery told reporters on Friday that Ovechkin, who upgraded to full contact on Friday, will not play until after the holiday break.
Bruins vs. Capitals preview: Even without Alex Ovechkin, Capitals provide a big challenge
Washington has an Eastern Conference-leading 23 wins and owns the highest point percentage in the NHL at .727.
Alex Ovechkin close to returning to Capitals lineup
At the time he left the Washington Capitals lineup with an injury, Alex Ovechkin was on one of the hottest stretches of his career, having just scored his 15th goal of the season in just his 18th game,
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Projecting Alex Ovechkin’s Goal Total This Season
From a scorching start to the year, Alex Ovechkin is flirting with history. After an untimely injury, how many goals will he ...
Alex Ovechkin Officially Upgrades To Contact; Latest On Capitals Captain’s Timetable
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin has taken the next step forward in his recovery. Ovechkin took the ice in a regular ...
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Capitals are rolling along without Alex Ovechkin thanks to depth that has kept them a contender
(Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press via AP) Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates after scoring against ...
NHL Power Rankings: Ovechkin-less Capitals Claim Top Spot
Without their captain in the lineup, the Washington Capitals are still the new number one team in the latest NHL power ...