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Ovechkin Eyes 900 Goals as Capitals Seek Improvement

9/1/2025

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Alex Ovechkin returns to Washington on September 5 to prepare for the NHL season and pursue his 900th career goal.
He will turn 40 on September 17 and is in the final year of his contract with the Capitals.
The Capitals aim to improve after finishing first in the Eastern Conference last season.
Coach Spencer Carbery stresses the importance of enhancing team performance.

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Story summary

Alex Ovechkin returns to Washington on September 5 to prepare for the NHL season and pursue his 900th career goal.
He will turn 40 on September 17 and is in the final year of his contract with the Capitals.
The Capitals aim to improve after finishing first in the Eastern Conference last season.
Coach Spencer Carbery stresses the importance of enhancing team performance.