# RECORD: Alex Ovechkin and Capitals CLOSING in on Wayne Gretzky Milestone, Eyes Set on HISTORY

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Podcast: [Locked On Capitals - Daily Podcast On The Washington Capitals](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-capitals-daily-podcast-on-the-washington-capitals-648397)
Published: 2026-08-18T15:33:44+00:00
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Washington Capitals bet big on a 41-year-old Alex Ovechkin—can the legend still deliver another historic NHL season? The front office restructures the roster and Ovechkin’s contract to maximize cap space, signaling that the chase for another deep playoff run is far from over. With big names like Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch, and Boone Jenner joining the mix, the Capitals refuse to rebuild and instead push for immediate contention. DAN HOLMI breaks down ho

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