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Ovechkin gets assist in what could be his final game as the Capitals defeat the Blue Jackets 2-1

Ovechkin gets assist in what could be his final game as the Capitals defeat the Blue Jackets 2-1

Alex Ovechkin had an assist on the go-ahead goal in what perhaps will be the final game of his record-breaking career and the Washington Capitals defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 on Tuesday night in the season finale for both teams
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NHL roundup: Alex Ovechkin earns assist in possible finale

NHL roundup: Alex Ovechkin earns assist in possible finale

Alex Ovechkin had an assist in what might have been his final NHL game, Jakob Chychrun scored the go-ahead goal and the Washington Capitals beat the host Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 in the season finale for teams on Tuesday. Neither team will be in the playoffs.
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Chants of '1 more year' follow Ovechkin off the ice as retirement decision looms

Chants of '1 more year' follow Ovechkin off the ice as retirement decision looms

Alex Ovechkin hasn’t decided if his final NHL game was Tuesday night
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NHL-Ovechkin says 'we'll see' on NHL future after Capitals' season finale

NHL-Ovechkin says 'we'll see' on NHL future after Capitals' season finale

April 15 (Reuters) - Alex Ovechkin, the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, has left the door open on whether he will return for another campaign, saying he will not make a decision on his playing future until the close season.
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Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Assists in Potential Final NHL Game

Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Assists in Potential Final NHL Game

Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Assists in Potential Final NHL Game
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Pens Points: The second season begins now

Pens Points: The second season begins now

Catch up on some of the latest hockey headlines in today’s Pens Points.
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NHL roundup: Ducks still in playoff hunt despite OT loss to Canucks

NHL roundup: Ducks still in playoff hunt despite OT loss to Canucks

Marco Rossi scored with 10 seconds left in overtime as the last-place Vancouver Canucks played the role of spoiler Sunday with a 4-3 victory over the host Anaheim Ducks, who needed a win to snap a seven-year playoff drought.
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Washington Capitals Secure Crucial Victory Against Pittsburgh Penguins

Washington Capitals Secure Crucial Victory Against Pittsburgh Penguins

Washington Capitals Secure Crucial Victory Against Pittsburgh Penguins
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The week ahead: Here come the playoffs

The week ahead: Here come the playoffs

The Pittsburgh Penguins open the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs this weekend with home-ice advantage in the first round.
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Alex Ovechkin Considers Extending NHL Career Amid Fan Support

Alex Ovechkin Considers Extending NHL Career Amid Fan Support

Alex Ovechkin Considers Extending NHL Career Amid Fan Support
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New York Islanders Face Critical Games to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

New York Islanders Face Critical Games to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

New York Islanders Face Critical Games to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive
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Logan Thompson Achieves Fourth Shutout in Capitals' Victory Over Penguins

Logan Thompson Achieves Fourth Shutout in Capitals' Victory Over Penguins

Logan Thompson Achieves Fourth Shutout in Capitals' Victory Over Penguins