‘I’m back!’ Alex Ovechkin returning for 22nd NHL season, re-signs with Capitals

Alex Ovechkin has re-signed with the Washington Capitals for a 22nd NHL season, signing a contract with a $1 million base salary and up to $8 million in bonuses, counting $4.25 million against the cap. The 40-year-old Russian superstar currently holds the NHL career goals record with 929 goals, having surpassed Wayne Gretzky's mark of 894 in April 2025. Ovechkin stated he is healthy and motivated to help the Capitals compete for a playoff spot after the team missed the postseason this past spring.