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Alexander Ovechkin
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Russian hockey news is dominated by the start of the NHL 2026-27 season and Alexander Ovechkin's fitness for Washington's opener, where he could chase new scoring records. In the KHL, Sibir Novosibirsk terminated Evgeny Kuznetsov's contract without compensation after the star forward failed to establish himself with the club. His mother said his father is in serious condition, adding a personal dimension to the story.
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A new ranking of first overall picks in NHL history places Mario Lemieux first, with Alexander Ovechkin coming in third. The list, highlighted by Russian hockey outlet Allhockey, is drawing attention among Russian-speaking hockey fans, who are debating where Ovechkin and other stars deserve to rank among the greatest top draft selections.
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Sidney Crosby has overtaken Alexander Ovechkin to become an NHL record holder, according to reports circulating in Russian-language sports media. Fans are debating the milestone, with hockey audiences in Russia and North America comparing Crosby's achievement to Ovechkin's legendary career. The news is drawing attention from supporters of both stars, reigniting the long-running conversation about which of the two is the greater player of their generation.
- 4Ovechkin's Putin Ties Condemned in Washington Post Opinion▼Opinion | Alexander Ovechkin advertises Putin’s evil on American ice
A Washington Post opinion piece argues that Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin continues to promote Vladimir Putin's image and agenda while playing professional hockey in the United States. The column criticises Ovechkin's long-standing public support for the Russian president, including his involvement with the Putin Team movement, and questions whether American sports fans and the NHL should keep platforming him amid Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine.