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NHL’s all-time leading goalscorer Alex Ovechkin to retire at end of season

Alex Ovechkin said on Monday that his 22nd season in the NHL will be his last, beginning the farewell tour for the longtime Washington Capitals captain

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NHL’s all-time leading goalscorer Alex Ovechkin to retire at end of season

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Alex Ovechkin said on Monday that his 22nd season in the NHL will be his last, beginning the farewell tour for the longtime Washington Capitals captain

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