Matvei Michkov Breaks Silence on Alex Ovechkin's Controversial 'Show-Off Less' Advice - "You Need to Work"

Matvei Michkov breaks silence on Alex Ovechkin's controversial 'show-off less' advice - "You need to work"

Matvei Michkov has broken his silence on Alex Ovechkin’s remark from February. After a 4-3 Washington win over Philadelphia, Ovechkin told the media he thought Michkov should “show-off a little less.

Michkov Shines Despite Critics as Rookie Season Proves Ovechkin’s Warning Didn’t Hold Him Back - Sports Al Dente

In February, NHL legend Alex Ovechkin made waves when he commented on rising Russian talent Matvei Michkov’s flashy playing style. After facing off against Michkov during the NHL season, Ovechkin praised the young star’s abilities but added that he believed Michkov should “show off a little less.” His remarks seemed to be rooted in traditional hockey values that emphasize humility and team-oriented play over individual flair. Michkov Balances Hu…

Alex Ovechkin begins training ahead of 21st NHL season

Alex Ovechkin is back in the laboratory for some offseason gains. Tuesday, fresh off his month-long beach vacation in Turkey, Ovechkin returned to the gym to put in work with Pavel Burlachenko, his longtime personal trainer, in Russia. “We started training with Pasha!,” Ovechkin was quoted as saying by his media team on Telegram. “I think most important thing is to do smart things when I go back to my home,” Ovechkin said of his summer plans dur…