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…
Russian Olympic Committee plans legal challenge after IOC confirms teams are barred from 2026 Winter Olympics
The International Olympic Committee confirmed reports that Russian teams, including the men's and women's hockey teams, remain banned from competing at the…
Russia reportedly barred from participating in 2026 Winter Olympics, likely Alex Ovechkin’s last as an active player
Alex Ovechkin may not get a final chance to compete for what is likely the last career achievement he wants to check…
Nicklas Backstrom says he does not talk politics with Alex Ovechkin, calls Russia’s war in Ukraine ‘terrible’
In any line of work, when you're part of a big team, many workers choose to focus on what unites a group…
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…
It’s too hard now to be a Capitals fan in Ukraine
This opinion was written by Joel Wasserman, a longtime Washington Capitals fan and a native of Rockville, MD. Joel has been living,…
Alex Ovechkin reportedly advised not to change Instagram profile photo with Putin due to his family being in Russia
Alex Ovechkin was featured in a New York Times story on Wednesday entitled Alex Ovechkin Skates Into Canada’s Dense Ukrainian Enclave. The…
Capitals organization releases statement saying it condemns Russian invasion of Ukraine
The Washington Capitals released a statement ahead of their game against the Calgary Flames on Tuesday. In conjunction with Monumental Sports &…
NHL donates $68,000 to Jaromir Jagr’s fundraising efforts for Ukrainian families
Former Capital and hockey legend Jaromir Jagr announced last week that his team, HC Kladno of the Czech Extraliga, would be moving…
Capital One Arena clarifies policy after fans holding Ukrainian flag not allowed to enter Caps-Hurricanes game
The Washington Capitals and Capital One Arena were criticized on Friday afternoon after two fans said they weren't allowed inside for the…
Brian MacLellan: Alex Ovechkin under ‘an incredible amount of pressure’ due to Russia’s war with Ukraine
On Wednesday, Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan discussed how the team's Russian players are doing and how the team is trying…
Fan holds up Ukrainian flag during Capitals warmups
The Washington Capitals' game against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday night is Washington's first at home since Russia invaded Ukraine. With…
IIHF indefinitely suspends Russia and Belarus teams from competition, moves 2023 WJC out of Novosibirsk
The International Ice Hockey Federation Council suspended all Russian and Belarusian national and club teams from IIHF competitions and events "until further…
Former Capital Dmitri Khristich in Ukraine: ‘We are fighting hard, doing our best’
Dmitri Khristich appears to be the latest Ukrainian sports star joining the fight against Russia. The former hockey star notably wore number…
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…
Alex Ovechkin Defends, Deflects #SaveChildrenFromFascism Photo
Editor's note: This is another short piece about Ukraine and Ovechkin. Unlike last time, it's light on political opinion and condensed history,…
Russia, Ukraine, and What Alex Ovechkin’s #SaveChildrenFromFascism Photo Means
Editor's note: There is news and reporting in here, but it's also an opinion piece. My opinions are my own. I won't…
