Alex Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals’ star player, recently mentioned that he hasn’t quite made up his mind about whether the 2025-26 NHL season will be his last. At the beginning of the Capitals’ training camp in Arlington, Va., Ovechkin, who is 40 years old, expressed uncertainty about his future in the league. Despite becoming the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer last season with 897 career goals, surpassing Wayne Gretzky, Ovechkin remains undecided about his plans beyond this season.
The Capitals captain, who managed to score 44 goals last season despite missing 16 games due to a broken leg, is set to become an unrestricted free agent after completing his 21st season in the NHL. Ovechkin mentioned that he has yet to have any discussions about his future with the team’s general manager and president of hockey operations. With several NHL records and personal milestones within reach in the upcoming season, Ovechkin expressed excitement about potentially reaching the historic milestone of 900 career goals and setting a new record for most goals scored by a 40-year-old player.
As Ovechkin’s future in the league remains uncertain, there is a sense of anticipation and appreciation for his contributions to the sport. With the potential to break more records and achieve personal milestones, fans and teammates alike are eager to see what the future holds for the legendary player. Whether or not this season marks the end of Ovechkin’s illustrious career, one thing is certain – his impact on the NHL will be remembered for years to come.
