Alex Ovechkin
LW - Washington Capitals
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Alex Ovechkin was able to light the lamp for the Capitals Thursday night, scoring the lone goal in a 1-0 overtime win over the Senators.
Fantasy Impact
Ovechkin has cooled off in the offensive zone of late, posting points in just two of his last six games (two goals, one assist) for the Capitals. The veteran winger continues to flash explosive finishing ability in the offensive zone for a productive Washington lineup, carrying a 1.14 point per game average (21 goals, 12 assists) while also racking up 56 hits in 29 games so far this season.
Alex Ovechkin tallied two points for the Capitals Saturday night, scoring one goal and adding one assist in a 4-1 win over the Predators.
Fantasy Impact
Ovechkin continues an inconsistent stretch in the offensive zone since returning from injury, picking up points in five of his last nine games (five goals, two assists) for the Capitals. The veteran superstar continues to offer explosive offensive potential while chasing the all-time goal record as part of an impressive Washington lineup, carrying a 1.19 point per game average (20 goals, 12 assists) in 27 games so far this season.
Alex Ovechkin (leg) returns to the lineup for the Washington Capitals against the Toronto Maple Leafa according to Elliotte Friedman.
Fantasy Impact
Ovechkin will take the ice after missing the last 16 games due to a broken leg, providing a boost to a Washington lineup that continues to surprise, The veteran superstar has posted 25 points (15 goals, 10 assists) and 44 hits in 18 games so far this season.
Alex Ovechkin had two assists during a 4-2 win versus Vegas. He also fired six shots on goal and delivered six hits in 16:55 minutes of ice time.
Fantasy Impact
Ovechkin now has reached 700 assists in his career. He is also the sixth player in NHL history to score 700 goals and have 700 assists. In two games this season he has three assists but is still looking for his first goal. Last year he played in 79 games scoring 31 goals and delivering 34 assists (65 points).
Alex Ovechkin posted two points for the Capitals Friday night, scoring one goal and adding one assist in a 7-6 win over the Hurricanes.
Fantasy Impact
Ovechkin continues an impactful stretch in the offensive zone of late, recording points in 10 of his last 12 games (eight goals, six assists) for the Capitals. The veteran superstar will look to continue his late season surge as the Capitals continue to fight for a postseason spot, recording 56 points (24 goals, 32 assists) in 66 games so far this season.