Ovechkin makes big career decision

NHL legend Alex Ovechkin has announced that he will likely finish his playing career in the KHL.

Ovechkin still has two years left of his contract with the Capitals, this season was one of his most disanointing ones as he only had 65 points in 79 games including 31 goals. However he is only 41 goals away from breaking Gretzky's 894 goal record in the NHL which he will more than likely accomplish over the next two season.

Dynamo Moscow assistant coach Vladimir Fedosov said in an interview this week that Ovechkin plans on finishing his career in Russia which would likely be with Moscow since he played for them during the lockout.

If Ovechkin is able to break Gretzky's record before his contract is up, there is a high likely hood he will leave the NHL in two years.

Source: Maple leafs daily: Alex Ovechkin makes shocking career decision

MUST READ

8 hours ago  |  By Jack Sutherland Red Wings head coach Derek Lalonde issues positive declaration after California road swing

9 hours ago  |  By Jack Sutherland 'Spittin' Chiclets' suggests Detroit Red Wings turn to former franchise icon to lead them

10 hours ago  |  By Jack Sutherland Red Wings land in 3rd place in latest TSN ranking

13 hours ago  |  By Jack Sutherland Patrick Kane gets honest about Red Wings' home record

14 hours ago  |  By Jack Sutherland Red Wings announce starting goaltender for critical matchup vs. Islanders

Nov 19  |  By Jack Sutherland Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin gets 100% real about "missed opportunities" in OT loss to Sharks

Sep 25  |  By William Austin Atfer one of the longest preseason, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard's next step is not known at the moment

Sep 25  |  By William Austin Four most exciting to watch tonight at the first Detroit Red Wings preseason game

MORE STORIES