Alex Ovechkin Announces 2026-27 Season Will Be His Final in NHL

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin announced that the 2026-27 campaign will be his final in the NHL. Sitting at an NHL-record 929 goals and 1,688 points in 1,575 games, ticket prices for his final matchups have soared. Peers like Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin reacted to the retirement news, praising his legendary career as he prepares for his final playoff push after 22 seasons, opening against Pittsburgh.