After the 39-year-old scored 44 goals during the regular season and became the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, Ovechkin was saluted far and wide for passing Wayne Gretzky on his way to the honor.

Alex Ovechkin had a big year with the Washington Capitals, and is being recognized by a league icon for his efforts.

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin added another torphy to his mantle on Friday, taking home the Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award.

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin has earned some hardware to go along with his historic season. Ovechkin was named ...

Messier Award presented to the player who exemplifies great leadership qualities to his team, on and off the ice, during the ...

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is the 2025 winner of the Mark Messier Leadership Award, the league announced ...

Capitals captain honored as 'player who exemplifies great leadership qualities to his team, on and off the ice' ...

The Capitals’ 50th season brought breakout stars, historic milestones, and renewed hope—highlighting a team retooled for a promising future in D.C.

Everybody in the NHL goes to the penalty box at some point — even the Hurricanes’ perennial Lady Byng Trophy candidate Jaccob Slavin. They feel more than shame for those two minutes, especially in the ...