Ovechkin Says 2026-27 Will Be His Last NHL Season
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin has announced that the 2026-27 season will be his last in the NHL.
“I know in my heart it’s the right decision,” Ovechkin said, the Times of India reported. The announcement sets up a farewell tour.
NHL.com marked his historic career this week. Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record in 2025.
The New York Times noted Gretzky himself has weighed in on Ovechkin’s farewell. Tributes are pouring in from across hockey.
Ovechkin has spent his whole NHL career with Washington. His final season promises emotional nights in every arena he visits.
Ovechkin was drafted first overall by Washington in 2004. He led the Capitals to the Stanley Cup in 2018. His all-time goals record may stand for generations. Fans have followed his chase of Gretzky for years. His farewell season will be a celebration across the league.
Ticket demand for his final season is expected to be enormous. Every road arena will want a piece of the farewell.
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