Washington's training camp bids farewell to Ovechkin due to an injury setback.
Russian forward Alexander Ovechkin has left the Washington Capitals' training camp early due to a lower-body injury, according to reports from the "RBC Sport" Telegram channel and Tarik El-Bashir on Twitter.
Ovechkin, who became the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer with 897 goals last season, played in 65 regular-season games and scored 44 goals and 29 assists. In the playoffs, he added 6 points (5 goals, 1 assist) in 10 games.
The "RBC Sport" Telegram channel did not mention any statements from the Washington Capitals or Ovechkin regarding his injury, nor did they discuss any potential timeline for his return to the ice. They also did not provide any updates on the severity of his lower-body injury.
During Ovechkin's absence, Spencer Carbery is expected to serve as his coach while he is sidelined. The "RBC Sport" Telegram channel did not discuss any changes to the Capitals' roster due to Ovechkin's absence from the training camp, nor did they discuss the impact of his absence on the team's preparations for the NHL season opener on October 7.
The Washington Capitals began their training camp on Thursday ahead of the upcoming season, but it remains to be seen how Ovechkin's injury will affect their preparations and their chances in the upcoming season. The "RBC Sport" Telegram channel did not discuss any potential replacement for Ovechkin during his absence from the training camp.
As the Capitals and their fans wait for updates on Ovechkin's injury, they will hope for a speedy recovery for their star player and a successful season ahead. The "RBC Sport" Telegram channel has discussed the news about Ovechkin's lower-body injury, but further updates are expected to be provided in the coming days.
