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Ovechkin Defends Russian Roots | Annapolis News
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- Sep 18, 2026
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Summary
Alex Ovechkin, Washington Capitals superstar and Russian citizen, defended his participation in a pro-Putin campaign video, calling Russia his home and stating he’ll live there after retirement. Facing political scrutiny from a U.S. Rep., Ovechkin called it a simple choice rooted in his identity, while the Capitals backed him, noting his offseason stays in Moscow and deep ties to D.C. as his “second home.” Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/alex-ovechkin-defends-decision-appear-russian-president-vladimir-putin-campaign-video-washington-capitals-russia-joe-wilson-nhl-review More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/758ca432e328602e Report issues to [email protected].