They helped Alex Ovechkin climb into NHL history. Here’s what that took.
The Washington Capitals centers who have played with Alex Ovechkin know he always — always — wants the puck. They also know ...
Nicklas Backstrom drops big reveal on Alex Ovechkin’s record quest—And why he’s feeling major FOMO
Nicklas Backstrom opens up about his feelings as he watches Alex Ovechkin approach the all-time goal record from the ...
Capitals' magic touch produced an unforgettable season
A budding champion engineered the greatest single-year turnaround in recent NHL memory. The Colorado Avalanche's goal ...
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'You can't teach it': With goal record in sight, NHLers talk Ovechkin's greatness
Ovechkin is poised to add to his own record with a 14th season of 40 or more goals after blasting his 39th of 2024-25 — and ...
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Ovechkin goal chase fun to watch, Backstrom says
ARLINGTON, Va. – In a perfect world, Nicklas Backstrom still would be riding shotgun alongside Alex Ovechkin, setting up his ...
What's It Like To Skate Beside Gr8ness? Alex Ovechkin's Linemates Over The Years Will Tell You It Wasn't Easy, But It Was The Ultimate Reward
MIKE KNUBLE KNEW WHEN he signed his two-year contract to join the Washington Capitals in July 2009 that he was there for one ...
History on the line: It takes something special to skate with Ovi
While Alex Ovechkin looks to conclude his 20-year chase of Wayne Gretzky’s 894 career goals, he knows he hasn’t scaled hockey ...
Nicklas Backstrom Breaks Silence on Watching Ovechkin's Record Chase
Nicklas Backstrom hasn't played in an NHL game since October 2023.  The Washington Capitals all-time assists leader (762) has ...
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Nicklas Backstrom drops big reveal on Alex Ovechkin’s record quest—And why he’s feeling major FOMO
Nicklas Backstrom opens up about his feelings as he watches Alex Ovechkin approach the all-time goal record from the sidelines. Backstrom has assisted Ovechkin numerous times, but ongoing hip ...
The Legacy of Ovechkin and Backstrom: A Hockey Partnership Like No Other
When Alex Ovechkin was drafted first overall in 2004, he was not just joining a team; he was gaining a partner for his career. Nicklas Backstrom was drafted by the Capitals two years later, becoming ...