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Alex Ovechkin is officially back with the Washington Capitals after signing a one-year contract extension, and it changes everything for the 2026-27 season.
On today's Locked On Capitals, we break down Ovechkin's new contract, why Chris Patrick and the Capitals front office built this roster around one more Stanley Cup run, and how additions like Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch, Boone Jenner, Justin Holl, and Vincent Desharnais give Washington its deepest lineup in years.
We also discuss Ovechkin's incredible legacy as the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, his impact on hockey in Washington, and why this may be the Capitals' best opportunity to contend for another Stanley Cup with No. 8 leading the way.
In today's episode:
Alex Ovechkin signs a one-year extension
Breaking down the contract details
Why Washington is all-in for another Cup
How the offseason additions help Ovechkin
Chris Patrick's vision for the Capitals
Ovechkin's lasting impact on the franchise and D.C.
Expectations for the 2026-27 season
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