“Nothing More Important”: Upon Instant Move Away From Ice Hockey, Even Opponents Wish Alexander Ovechkin Well
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The Washington Capitals’ current NHL season has been very successful thus far because the team’s players are at the peak of their game. However, recently the Capitals have been hit with an unknown storm as their captain, Alexander Ovechkin, has stepped away from the team amid a top-class performance this season.
Further details on the situation of the ice hockey star
Alexander Ovechkin will be absent from the Washington Capitals for the remainder of the week to deal with a family emergency and check on a loved one’s health. The news was shared via the Washington Capitals’ verified Twitter account, which received a response from the team that they were going against tonight – the Carolina Hurricanes.
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The Twitter post which was shared by the Capitals, reads, “Washington Capitals senior vice president and general manager Brian MacLellan announced today that captain Alex Ovechkin will be away from the team to attend to a family matter and the health of a loved one.”
Washington Capitals senior vice president and general manager Brian MacLellan announced today that captain Alex Ovechkin will be away from the team to attend to a family matter and the health of a loved one.
— CapitalsPR (@CapitalsPR) February 14, 2023
Without their captain, the Washington Capitals might struggle emotionally to beat the Carolina Hurricanes tonight. The Hurricanes’ official Twitter account responded to the Capitals’ message, addressing the matter as well. They said, “Sending positive thoughts on behalf of the organization. There is nothing more important than those we love. We are wishing the best for Alex and his family.”
NHL fans showed their concern for Alexander Ovechkin
The Russian NHL player has been the subject of controversy, but that hasn’t stopped his legion of worried fans from rallying behind him. Here are some comments to prove it.
“Hope Alex Ovechkin is ok.”
“Headed to my first game tonight, disappointed to not see Ovi but, family is more important. Hope everything is ok.”
“Thoughts and prayers to the Ovechkin family.”
“Sending my thoughts to Ovi and his family.”
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“Pens fan here, hope all is well with Ovis family, that’s the most important thing.”
“Hope it’s not his Father and also hope it’s not serious. Take your time Captain!”
“I’m not even a Capitals fan and I’m disgusted by some of these comments. Hope all is well with Alex and his family.”
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Anupama Ghosh
