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Alex Ovechkin Re-Signs with Capitals for 22nd Season: 'I'm Back!'
Chris Patrick said Washington has enough roster space and cap flexibility to re-sign its captain after an active offseason of trades and free-agent additions.
- On Thursday, the Washington Capitals re-signed captain Alex Ovechkin to a one-year contract extension for his 22nd NHL season. The deal carries a $4.25 million salary cap hit, General Manager Chris Patrick announced.
- Aggressive offseason moves bolstered the Capitals, who acquired Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch, and Boone Jenner via trade and free agency. These additions influenced Ovechkin's decision to return to the franchise.
- The contract structure provides Ovechkin with a $1 million salary, a $3.25 million signing bonus, and a $4.75 million games-played bonus if he plays 10 games. This setup allows the team to manage the cap hit effectively.
- Ovechkin expressed enthusiasm about his return, stating, "I love playing hockey and competing to win." He aims to help his teammates fight for a playoff spot after missing the postseason last year.
- With 929 career goals, The Russian superstar can continue extending his record if he plays two more years. He remains focused on helping the franchise secure another Stanley Cup win.
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