Alex Ovechkin enters his 21st NHL season with the Washington Capitals at age 40, fresh off becoming the league’s all-time goals leader with 897. With just three goals away from the historic 900 mark, Ovechkin remains focused on chasing another Stanley Cup while leaving his future beyond this season undecided. Despite breaking Wayne Gretzky’s seemingly untouchable record, Ovechkin has shown no signs of slowing down after scoring 44 goals last season. Capitals GM Chris Patrick emphasized that Ovechkin has earned the right to decide his next steps on his own timeline, while coach Spencer Carbery noted that his motivation to win remains as strong as ever.

Meanwhile, defenseman Martin Fehervary is working through complications from offseason knee surgery after signing a seven-year extension, while forward Sonny Milano is determined to bounce back from an injury-plagued season as he enters the final year of his contract. With Ovechkin’s milestones, Fehervary’s recovery, and Milano’s fight for a roster spot, the Washington Capitals face an intriguing mix of storylines heading into training camp. Fans will be watching closely to see how these key players shape the team’s quest for another Stanley Cup run.

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