Alexander Ovechkin, hockey player of the Washington club of the National Hockey League (NHL), said that he will devote a lot of time to the academy after his career. “News”.
“I will devote a lot of time to the academy. Hopefully it will open when I decide to hang up my skates. And of course, I will devote most of my time to my family,” Ovechkin said.
Ovechkin, who played in 74 regular season games in the NHL last season, scored 42 goals and 33 assists. However, this did not help the Capitals reach the tournament’s play-offs.
The Russian scored 822 goals in his NHL career. The difference with Wayne Gretzky is 72 goals. The Canadian has 894 goals and remains first among snipers in NHL history.
The 2023-24 NHL regular season begins October 11. The Capitals will play their first game at home on October 14 against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Previously Canadian newcomer “Lada” took the chances Ovechkin will break Gretzky’s record.