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Alex Ovechkin out 4 to 6 weeks with fractured fibula: What it means for Capitals, goal record chase
Ovechkin, who is in pursuit of the NHL's all-time goals record, has 15 goals and 10 assists in 18 games played so far this season.
Alex Ovechkin's chase of Wayne Gretzky's goal record on pause because of injury
The Capitals announced Thursday that Ovechkin suffered a fractured left fibula and was expected to miss four to six weeks.From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day.
Alex Ovechkin's quest to break Wayne Gretzky's coveted NHL record on hold after brutal injury
Alex Ovechkin was on pace to become the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer this season, but a broken fibula has put his quest for history on hold.
Alex Ovechkin likely out 4-6 weeks with a broken left leg — pausing his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s career goals record
Alex Ovechkin has a broken left fibula and is expected to be out four to six weeks, an injury that pauses the Washington Capitals captain’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record.
Alex Ovechkin injury update: How broken leg affects Capitals, goal record chase
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin will miss four to six weeks. What does that mean for the team and his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's goal record?
Caps fall to 0-2 without Alex Ovechkin after a 3-2 loss to the Devils
Washington got the opening goal but fell behind by two and could not rally past New Jersey at Capital One Arena.
Today in Sports History: Wayne Gretzky scores his 600th NHL goal
Wayne Gretzky scores his 600th NHL goal. 1947 — Sammy Baugh throws six touchdown passes as the Washington Redskins beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 45-21. 1958 — Bobby Mitchell of the Cleveland Browns returns a punt and a kickoff for touchdowns in a 28-14 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Devils legend is bummed Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin’s goal chase is on pause
When the Devils visit the Capitals on Saturday night, they’ll do so with no chance of aiding Washington captain Alex Ovechkin’s chase for the all-time scoring record. That’s because Ovechkin, who stormed out to 15 goals in 18 games and trails Wayne Gretzky by 26 for a share of the lead,
After injury, could Alex Ovechkin break Gretzky record at Bruins in Boston?
When the Capitals announced on Thursday that Alex Ovechkin had a broken tibia and would miss 4-6 weeks, astute Bruins fans started checking their calendars and doing math. Ovechkin, who has 868 career goals,
Around the NHL: Alexander Ovechkin out 4-6 weeks with a fibula fracture
Alexander Ovechkin’s bid to surpass Wayne Gretzky’s goal record will be on hold for 4-6 weeks. On Thursday afternoon, the Washington Capitals announced that captain Alexander Ovechkin will be out 4-6 weeks due to a fracture in his left fibula.
Alex Ovechkin is expected to miss 4 to 6 weeks with a broken left leg
Alex Ovechkin has a broken left fibula and is expected to be out four to six weeks, an injury that pauses the Washington ...
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Capitals have to ‘chip away’ offensively without injured Ovechkin
ARLINGTON, Va. -- The Washington Capitals' first two games without Alex Ovechkin have not gone as they've hoped.
Tom Wilson On The Unwritten Code Of Hockey; Capitals Forward Appreciates Jack McBain For Answering The Bell After Alex Ovechkin Collision
"Nowadays, you never know whether a guy will or won't do that. It was good on Jack to do that. He obviously felt really bad," ...
Capitals put Alex Ovechkin on injured reserve, ruling him out at least a week
The Washington Capitals put Alex Ovechkin on injured reserve and recalled fellow Russian winger Ivan Miroshnichenko from the ...
Capitals Reveal Alexander Ovechkin Will Miss Multiple Weeks With Signifcant Injury
Washington Capitals star Alexader Ovechkin will miss multiple weeks due to a significant injury, halting his chase to secure ...
Alex Ovechkin is expected to miss 4 to 6 weeks with broken left leg
The Capitals updated their captain's status Thursday after he was evaluated upon returning from a three-game trip.
NHL News: Alex Ovechkin's teammate shares thoughts on Capitals' win over Panthers
Washington Capitals demonstrated their resilience by overcoming the Florida Panthers in an exciting NHL matchup. Discover how ...
Capitals Notebook: Carbery Makes Major Shakeup To Lines, Raddysh To Top-6, Ovechkin To Make Mentors' Trip To Florida
Taylor Raddysh moved to the top-6, skating on the second line with Connor McMichael and Pierre-Luc Dubois. Meanwhile, Tom ...