Alex Ovechkin tells CNN that he hopes hockey can help mend relations between Russia and the United States
The relationship between the United States and Russia has been tense in recent years. But Alex Ovechkin and some of his fellow…
Alex Ovechkin wins ninth-career Kharlamov Trophy, named best Russian player in the world for 2024-25 season
Alex Ovechkin was named the winner of the 2024-25 Kharlamov Trophy, awarded to the Russian player deemed to be best in the…
Biden administration considered expelling Alex Ovechkin and all Russian NHL players from the country to pressure Vladimir Putin in prisoner swap
In the months leading up to a prisoner exchange for American journalist Evan Gershkovich and former marine Paul Whelan in August 2024,…
Alex Ovechkin meets Russian Olympic figure skaters Evgenia Medvedeva and Kamilia Valieva: ‘These are the people who have achieved a lot through hard work’
Alex Ovechkin is a global superstar in his own right, but combine him with Olympic figure skating medalists, and that's a Russian…
Alex Ovechkin gifted new car, honored for breaking NHL goals record before ‘Match of the Year’ exhibition in Russia
Alex Ovechkin laced his skates up Sunday to play in the annual "Match of the Year," a charity event organized by Artemi…
Alex Ovechkin reportedly ‘banned’ from exclusive interviews in Russia this summer as NHL is making a ‘big film’ about him
Alex Ovechkin is reportedly getting a respite from Russian media this summer. According to a report from Match TV, the legendary winger…
Evgeni Malkin reportedly set to play his final season with Pittsburgh Penguins next year, unknown if he will then consider retirement
Evgeni Malkin will reportedly play his last season as a member of the Pittsburgh Penguins next year. According to The Athletic's Josh…
Alex Ovechkin is the most recognizable Russian athlete per a poll of Russian citizens, Evgeni Malkin ranks fifth
Alex Ovechkin is the most recognizable Russian athlete among his fellow compatriots. According to the Bookmaker Rating survey of 3,200 Russians, the…
Pavel Datsyuk says he doesn’t want Alex Ovechkin to leave the NHL until he scores 1,000 career goals: ‘Until then, we won’t let him into Russia’
Pavel Datsyuk has chimed in on what hockey history he would like Alex Ovechkin to track down next after The Great 8…
Nastya Ovechkina says husband Alex Ovechkin will play out final year of Capitals contract and then return home: ‘We will stay in Russia, yes’
Nastya Ovechkina gave an exclusive interview to aif.ru's Olga Shablinskaya after returning to her native Russia, along with the rest of the…
Russian state official believes Alex Ovechkin can help bring beer back into country’s stadiums after 20-year ban
Alex Ovechkin is no stranger to a cold beverage. The 39-year-old legendary winger has celebrated many milestones, both individually and team-related, with…
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin discuss potential hockey games in US and Russia involving NHL and KHL players
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed possible collaboration on hockey games in both leaders' countries during a phone call…
Alex Ovechkin would like to compete for Russia again on an international stage but knows that’s unlikely
Alex Ovechkin has not played for Russia on an international stage since the 2019 World Championship. With the end of his playing…
Alex Ovechkin says Capitals were scheduled to play St. Louis Blues in Russia until global pandemic halted plans
The Washington Capitals have never played an NHL regular-season game outside of North America but they were very close to doing so…
Russian State Duma preparing bill that will require athletes to pay compensation if they wish to change citizenship
The Russian State Duma Committee on Physical Culture and Sports is preparing a bill that would rquire Russian athletes to pay compensation…
NHL says Stanley Cup will not travel to Russia or Belarus this summer
Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine continues to have repercussions for Russian and Belarusian-born players across the NHL. Wednesday, during the NHL's pre-Stanley…
NHL condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, suspends all business relationships with country
The National Hockey League rebuked Russia's invasion of democratic Ukraine on Monday. The league is suspending all business with its Russian partners…
Alex Ovechkin wants ‘no more war’, hopes Russia’s conflict with Ukraine ends soon
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin spoke to the media today following the team's practice in Philadelphia. Ovechkin answered questions about Russia's recent…
Report: The Washington Capitals will not play a game in Russia next season
The Washington Post reported in November that the Washington Capitals were interested in playing an NHL regular-season game in Russia as soon…
Report: Washington Capitals could play NHL regular season game in Russia next season
Sport-Express' Igor Eronko reported on Monday evening that the Washington Capitals have a week to come to an agreement to play a…
