Alex Ovechkin breaks leg, out 4 to 6 weeks

Alex Ovechkin Sidelined with Broken Fibula

Alex Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals’ superstar captain, is facing a setback in his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record after suffering a broken left fibula. The injury, sustained in a collision with Utah’s Jack McBain, is expected to keep Ovechkin out of action for four to six weeks.

The Capitals provided an update on Ovechkin’s condition following an evaluation by team doctors. The 39-year-old forward has been placed on injured reserve after the shin-on-shin collision during a game on Monday.

Ovechkin’s durability has been a hallmark of his career, with only 35 missed games due to injury in his first 19 seasons. Known for his physical style of play, Ovechkin has been a force on the ice, making his pursuit of Gretzky’s goal-scoring record all the more impressive.

Teammates, including Tom Wilson and John Carlson, expressed their disappointment over Ovechkin’s injury, recognizing his impact on the team and his stellar performance this season. Ovechkin had been leading the league in goals with 15 in 18 games before the injury.

While Ovechkin’s absence will be felt by the Capitals, the team remains focused on supporting their captain during his recovery. With Ovechkin’s determination and work ethic, there is confidence that he will return to the ice stronger than ever.