NHL legend Ovechkin will retire at end of season
National Hockey League all-time leading goalscorer Alex Ovechkin says he will retire at the end of the season.
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"I love this game so much but knew that in my heart it's the right decision."
— Alex Ovechkin , Athlete
"It was important for me to make this announcement before our first home game, so I have the chance to thank all the people around the game."
— Alex Ovechkin , Athlete
"I am excited about this season with my team-mates, and we will do everything we can to make this year special."
— Alex Ovechkin , Athlete
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Alex Ovechkin is an NHL player and the all-time leading goalscorer in the league's history.
Gordie Howe was a Canadian professional ice hockey player, widely regarded as one of the sport's legends.
Nicklas Backstrom is a Swedish professional ice hockey player who has played for the Washington Capitals.
Wayne Gretzky is a Canadian Hall of Famer known for being one of the greatest hockey players of all time.
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National Hockey League all-time leading goalscorer Alex Ovechkin says he will retire at the end of the season.
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