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Ovechkin Confirms No Retirement Plans for 21st Season

5/30/2025

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The Washington Capitals have set the record straight: Alex Ovechkin's retirement is not yet on the table. After a mix-up with season ticket holders suggested the 2025-26 season would be his farewell, the team confirmed that Ovechkin, fresh off breaking Wayne Gretzky's goal-scoring record, is gearing up for his 21st season.

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The Washington Capitals have set the record straight: Alex Ovechkin's retirement is not yet on the table. After a mix-up with season ticket holders suggested the 2025-26 season would be his farewell, the team confirmed that Ovechkin, fresh off breaking Wayne Gretzky's goal-scoring record, is gearing up for his 21st season.