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Alex Ovechkin re-signs with Capitals for 22nd season: 'I'm back!'
Summary by The Trophy Club Editorial Desk Amanda Hurley , as published by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· July 2, 2026
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Key points Further details about the contract and Ovechkin's upcoming season can be found through the Washington Capitals or other sports news sources, such as FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth. This will be his 22nd season with the team.
In nearby sports news, a notable contract extension has been announced. Alex Ovechkin, captain of the Washington Capitals, will be returning for another season. This will be his 22nd season with the team.
The Washington Capitals made the official announcement on Monday. Ovechkin has signed a one-year contract extension to play in the 2026-27 NHL season.
Further details about the contract and Ovechkin's upcoming season can be found through the Washington Capitals or other sports news sources, such as FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Category: local Published: July 2, 2026 Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In nearby sports news, a notable contract extension has been announced. Alex Ovechkin, captain of the Washington Capitals, will be returning for another season. This will be his 22nd season with the…
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