Andrei Kuzmenko takes leave from Penguins after his father is killed by bear in Russia
The NHL announced that Pittsburgh Penguin's Andrei Kuzmenko is taking a leave of absence after the death of his father, Alexander. NHL.com…
Latvia bans Alex Ovechkin from entering country, adds hockey star to persona-non-grata list
More fallout from Alex Ovechkin's appearance in a United Russia campaign video emerged late Thursday, with Latvia banning the Washington Capitals captain…
Alex Ovechkin walks away from pressing interview with ESPN about United Russia video
Following his media availability on Thursday, Alex Ovechkin briefly took pointed questions from ESPN’s Robert Klemko before walking away. A former Washington Post…
Alex Ovechkin hopes for ‘peace and love’ but had no hesitation participating in Putin-aligned United Russia campaign ad: ‘They asked me to do that, I say yes’
ARLINGTON, VA -- Alex Ovechkin’s first media appearance of the season could have been a victory lap. Going into the offseason, Ovechkin’s…
Congressman Joe Wilson sends Gary Bettman letter criticizing Alex Ovechkin’s appearance in a United Russia campaign ad
The controversy surrounding Alex Ovechkin's recent appearance in a political campaign ad for United Russia took another turn on Wednesday. South Carolina…
Alex Ovechkin appears in campaign commercial for Putin-aligned United Russia party
Alex Ovechkin took part in a political campaign ad before leaving Russia for the United States. Standing with a host of notable…
Alex Ovechkin films role in Russian comedy movie ‘Hockey Dads 2’ ahead of return to Capitals
One of Alex Ovechkin's final Russian pit stops before returning to the Washington Capitals later this week saw him break out his…
Dynamo Moscow CEO says KHL team would be built around Alex Ovechkin if he returns
Alex Ovechkin has repeatedly left the door open to finishing his career with Dynamo Moscow, and the KHL club's new CEO is…
Report: Alex Ovechkin racked up 33 fines for traffic violations during his offseason in Russia
Alex Ovechkin reportedly picked up a significant number of traffic fines during his offseason in Russia. According to Russian outlet Mash on…
Alex Ovechkin plans to fly back to Washington, DC on September 10 ahead of 2026-27 NHL season (report)
Alex Ovechkin will reportedly be back in the Washington, DC area on September 10. After TASS confirmed last week that the Washington…
Alex Ovechkin addresses possibility of farewell tour during 2026-27 NHL season
Alex Ovechkin decided against retiring from the NHL and signed on for one more season with the Washington Capitals in early July.…
Nicolas Aube-Kubel, former Capitals forward and Sergei Ovechkin’s favorite player, signs KHL contract with Dinamo Minsk (report)
Nicolas Aube-Kubel is headed overseas next season. According to Sport-Express' Mikhail Zislis, per a Google Translate translation, the former Washington Capitals forward…
Alex Ovechkin shuts down idea of coaching Russian national team any time soon: ‘I don’t want to yet’
Alex Ovechkin has no interest in standing behind the bench of the Russian national team, at least yet. The Washington Capitals captain…
Alex Ovechkin explains why he chose jersey number 8 and why he originally didn’t wear it in Russia
Alex Ovechkin's number 8 jersey has become one of the most recognizable in NHL history over the past two decades. Since the…
Alex Ovechkin inspires FC Dynamo Moscow to late-match victory after ceremonial first kick with UFC fighter
Alex Ovechkin and UFC fighter Sharabutdin Magomedov participated in the ceremonial first kick ahead of Dynamo Moscow and Dynamo Makhachkala's match in…
Alex Ovechkin reveals where he plans to live after his NHL career ends
Alex Ovechkin has spent more than two decades building a life in North America, but when his hockey career is eventually over,…
Alex Ovechkin’s son Sergei scores hat trick in Ovi Cup gala match for second straight year
Sergei Ovechkin put together another MVP performance at the annual Ovi Cup gala match. Sergei, age 7, played on the same team…
Alex Ovechkin will play on same team as son Sergei during gala match at annual Ovi Cup
Alex Ovechkin will get a chance to share the ice with his oldest son, Sergei Ovechkin, once again this summer. The Washington…
Alex Ovechkin makes surprising choice when asked to name favorite all-time hockey player
Alex Ovechkin had quite an interesting answer when asked to name who his favorite all-time hockey player is. The topic came up…
Alex Ovechkin explains why he changes gloves up to four times every game: ‘I absolutely love new gloves’
Alex Ovechkin loves his hockey equipment both on and off the ice. The NHL's all-time leading goal scorer can often be seen…
