The Washington Capitals captain won the award for “Best Record-Breaking Performance” at the 2025 ESPYs on Wednesday.

Alex Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals icon, has acknowledged Wayne Gretzky after surpassing his NHL goals record. Ovechkin expressed gratitude in a video message at the ESPYs. Gretzky, present when Ovechkin tied and broke the record,

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin broke the NHL's all-time goals record this past season, but there's another upcoming milestone that he's looking forward to.

Michigan State hockey is once again represented at a high level. USA Hockey is hosting a selection camp for the Hlinka Gretzky Cup — a worldwide tournament feat

While Sidney Crosby's future with the Pittsburgh Penguins faces uncertainty, Alex Ovechkin made something clear about his career with the Washington Capitals.

The NHL's schedule makers probably don't know anything for sure. But they went for the potentially high-impact clash to end the regular season when the Washington Capitals take on the Pittsburgh Penguins. Washington heads to Pittsburgh for the final game of the 2025-26 season.

In an interview after playing in the “Match of the Year” charity game in Moscow, the Capitals captain was asked by Match TV whether a trade for Penguins captain Sidney Crosby or fellow Russian legend Evgeni Malkin could improve Washington’s Stanley Cup chances.

Alex Ovechkin surpassed Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record. Nicklas Backstrom was there to support him, just like always.