The Washington Capitals shared some tough news on Thursday night: Alex Ovechkin has a broken left fibula.
After colliding with Jack McBain during Monday’s game against Utah, Ovechkin tried to keep playing but had to leave due to pain. Initially, it seemed like he would be out for a week or two, but further tests showed the injury was more serious. Now, at 39 years old and in his 19th season, he’s expected to miss four-to-six weeks.
Even though he’s been playing for so long, Ovechkin has rarely been injured before this. He leads the NHL with 15 goals in just 18 games this season and is chasing Wayne Gretzky’s record of 894 goals. With 868 career goals already, he needs just 27 more to make history as one of the best scorers ever.
Impact on the Capitals:
Without their captain, the Capitals face a challenging time ahead as they prepare for their next game against the Colorado Avalanche. Fans might worry about how well the team can perform without him leading them on the ice.
Injuries are never easy for any team or player, especially when records are within reach. The unpredictability of sports keeps everyone guessing—will someone step up in his absence? Or will they struggle without their star?
As we wait to see how things unfold for both Ovechkin and his team, what do you think about all this?
