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Alex Ovechkin re-signs with Capitals for 22nd season: 'I'm back!'
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· July 2, 2026
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Key points This extension will allow him to play for the Capitals during the 2026-27 NHL season. Alex Ovechkin, captain of the Washington Capitals, will return for another season.
In nearby professional sports news, a notable player has extended his contract. Alex Ovechkin, captain of the Washington Capitals, will return for another season.
The team announced the news on Monday, stating that Ovechkin has signed a one-year contract extension. This extension will allow him to play for the Capitals during the 2026-27 NHL season.
Further details about the contract and Ovechkin's decision to return are available from the source, for those interested in learning more about this development in the NHL.
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Category: News Published: July 2, 2026 Source: FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — News Reading time: 1 min
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