Ice hockey
Ovechkin Returns to Capitals for First Practice
Alexander Ovechkin skated with Washington teammates on 14 September after his off-season in Russia, ahead of camp opening 17 September and the season starting 29 September.
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Matvey Michkov Recalls Awkward Jersey Swap With Ovechkin
Philadelphia forward Matvey Michkov detailed the embarrassing mix-up when Washington's Alexander Ovechkin got a jersey but he didn't, then a delayed mailing followed.
Kovalchuk: Ovechkin Should Become Hockey Ambassador
Shanghai Dragons president Ilya Kovalchuk says Alexander Ovechkin, the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, should serve as an ambassador for hockey after retiring.
Mostovoi: Ovechkin's lifestyle hasn't slowed him down
Alexander Mostovoi says Ovechkin has lived the same way for over a decade and still looks sharp ahead of his 22nd NHL season, needing 11 goals to pass Gretzky.
Rotenberg: Ovechkin Can Still Outplay Younger Rivals
Russia 25 coach Roman Rotenberg says Alexander Ovechkin, who turns 41 on 17 September, could reach 1,000 NHL goals and outperform younger players this season.
Crosby: Ovechkin's Scoring Touch Isn't Fading at 41
Crosby says Ovechkin's shot remains lethal entering his 22nd NHL season, pointing to his 32-goal campaign and record 929 career goals.
Alexander Ovechkin Reports to Capitals Camp
Ovechkin arrived in the US and visited the Capitals' rink, greeting team-mates ahead of training camp, which opens on his 41st birthday.
Kovalchuk: Ovechkin Will Break Gretzky's Record This Season
Ilya Kovalchuk says he has no doubt Alexander Ovechkin will score the 11 goals needed to surpass Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL scoring mark of 1,016.
Tretiak: Ovechkin's Future Is His Own Decision
Russia's hockey federation chief says the 40-year-old Ovechkin, chasing Gretzky's all-time goal record, could keep playing as long as he wants, citing Jagr and Howe.
Ovechkin Heads to US Ahead of 22nd NHL Season
Alexander Ovechkin will fly to the United States on 10 September to start preparations, with Washington opening the season at Carolina on 3 October.
Tretiak Warns Ovechkin About Duma Career Pressures
Vladislav Tretiak said parliamentary work brings heavy criticism and stress, adding Ovechkin alone must decide his post-career path, including a possible federation role.