https://flipnews.co.uk/topics/alex-ovechkin/ The latest Flip News stories on alex-ovechkin. en-GB Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:27:18 GMT https://flipnews.co.uk/sport/ovechkin-retire-after-2026-27-season/ https://flipnews.co.uk/sport/ovechkin-retire-after-2026-27-season/ Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin announced on Monday that the 2026-27 season will be his last in the NHL, telling teammates the decision was made with his family over the summer. Tom Ellery nhl alex-ovechkin retirement Reuters, New York Post, USA Today