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Alex Ovechkin re-signs with Capitals for 22nd season: 'I'm back!'
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· July 2, 2026
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Key points Details of the contract are not specified in the initial report, but it is confirmed that Ovechkin will be back with the team for his 22nd season. This contract will see him play for the Capitals during the 2026-27 season.
In NHL news, a notable player has signed a contract extension. Alex Ovechkin, captain of the Washington Capitals, will return for another season.
The team announced this development on Monday, stating that Ovechkin has agreed to a one-year deal. This contract will see him play for the Capitals during the 2026-27 season.
Further information on this signing is available from the Washington Capitals' announcement. Details of the contract are not specified in the initial report, but it is confirmed that Ovechkin will be back with the team for his 22nd season.
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Category: News Published: July 2, 2026 Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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