Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin passed four months in Russia this summer. He picked up 33 violations. Reports show he had multiple issues with local authorities during that period. He heads back September 10. He plans to get ready for the 2026-27 season.
Daily Faceoff placed Ovechkin on its milestone tracker for the 2026-27 season. Connor McDavid and Brent Burns made the list too. All three could set records. They could accomplish things no player has ever done. Meanwhile, The Hockey Writers believe the Capitals can fight their way to a Metropolitan Division title.