Alex Ovechkin directly addressed retirement rumors after game against the Penguins
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Tonight, after the Washington Capitals played the Pittsburgh Penguins, Alex Ovechkin directly addressed rumors of his impending retirement.
Over the last several days, reports had been circulating that Alex Ovechkin is planning to retire after the 2025-26 season.
The Capitals traveled to Pittsburgh in what was expected to be one of two final matchups between Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby.
However, just before game time Crosby was ruled out leading some to believe this would not be their final meeting in Pittsburgh and that Ovechkin would return next season.
To this point, Ovechkin had not spoken about the rumors but after playing in Pittsburgh for what could be the final time he finally addressed retirement.
Alex Ovechkin addresses retirement rumors after game against the Penguins
During the post game press conference, Ovechkin was asked about tonight possibly being his final game in Pittsburgh.
He swiftly shut down reports of his retirement admitting he is unsure of his future but has not committed to retiring yet.
I don't know if it's going to be my last year or not, so I won't talk [like] I'm going to say I'm retiring. I didn't say that, so, we'll see.
With these comments, Ovechkin keeps the door open for a return next season at least for the time being.
Ovechkin will play his final home game tomorrow where he will once again face off against the Penguins and Sidney Crosby.
Tomorrow’s game could give a much clearer picture of Ovechkin’s true intentions on retirement given it would be his last in Washington.
As the situation continues to develop, we will pass along all of the latest news and details.
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