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Russian ice hockey player (born 1985)
Alexander Mikhailovich Ovechkin is a Russian professional ice hockey player who is a left winger and captain for the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL). Nicknamed "the Great 8" and "Ovi", as well as "Alexander the Great" by Russian media, Ovechkin has scored the most career goals in NHL regular season history, and is the only player in NHL history to have scored 900 regular season goals.
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Dubois gets goal, assist for Washington; Rust scores in season debut for Pittsburgh
Alex Ovechkin’s sons introduced him before his final home opener, which he called “a special moment,” as the Capitals beat Sidney Crosby’s Penguins 5-3.
Alex Ovechkin's final NHL season began another emotional chapter Wednesday, with his family helping create a memorable moment.