Two-time Olympic champion Alexander Kozhevnikov considered the possibility of Russian striker Alexander Ovechkin leaving the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL). Kozhevnikov quotes Vprognoze.ru.
“Due to the rejuvenation of the Washington team, it is unlikely that Ovechkin will want to leave. He has a contract and he has a very good contract. And Sasha is a patriot by nature. Including the patriot of the club. Everything happens in life, but such a turn is unlikely,” said Kozhevnikov.
Ovechkin made 74 regular season games in the NHL last season, scoring 42 goals and 33 assists. However, this did not help the Capitals reach the playoffs of the tournament.
Now the Russian has 822 goals scored in his NHL career. Wayne Gretzky is 72 goals behind. Canada remains the first among snipers in NHL history, due to 894 goals. Gordie Howe finished the top three in goals scored with 801 goals.
Former coach of Spartak Moscow and Avangard Omsk Fedor Kanareikin declarationOvechkin is the most important Russian hockey player.