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Alex Ovechkin has returned to the Washington Capitals after lacking 4 video games following the demise of his father, Mikhail, final week.
Ovechkin hasn’t performed with the Capitals since Feb. 12, however he returned to observe on Wednesday. Ovechkin informed reporters that the demise of his father was the “hardest state of affairs” he has handled in his NHL profession. Ovechkin stated it was vital for him to return to the ice and his teammates as rapidly as potential after touchdown within the United States.
“Yeah, clearly,” Ovechkin stated. “We simply landed a pair hours in the past, and I attempted to return again on the ice as quickly as I can. I skate just one time. It is what it’s, . That’s life. Obviously, it was a tough week mentally and bodily. Thankful for everyone’s assist — the followers and the group clearly. I noticed what they placed on the Jumbotron. It means loads. It’s particular. All of my teammates, I’ve full assist.”
With 32 objectives on the season, Ovechkin is the Capitals’ main scorer by a large margin, and the staff has misplaced each sport in his absence. Ovechkin desires to show his consideration again to hockey and assist the staff out of its hunch.
“I simply wish to come again instantly and put my thoughts in a distinct place,” Ovechkin stated. “We’re struggling proper now, and I wish to do my finest to convey the power and produce one thing to the staff.”
Ovechkin’s standing for Thursday night time’s sport towards the Anaheim Ducks has not but been confirmed by Washington head coach Peter Laviolette.
As Ovechkin returns to motion, the Capitals will attempt to climb again into playoff place. Washington has misplaced 5 straight video games in regulation, and it’s two factors out of the second Wild Card spot with 23 video games remaining within the common season.
