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Alexander Ovechkin Draws Attention On and Off the Ice
Original: alexander ovechkin
Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin is in the news for two contrasting reasons. A Washingtonian feature examines his long-standing public support for Russian president Vladimir Putin, renewing scrutiny of his political ties. Meanwhile, ESPN highlights a warmer moment as Ovechkin's final home opener with the Capitals was marked by his sons introducing him before the game, as the veteran star nears the end of his NHL career.
Why now: Interest is driven by renewed scrutiny of his Putin ties coinciding with his final NHL season and farewell moments.
Alexander OvechkinWashington CapitalsVladimir PutinNHL
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 2 snapshots from 15 h ago to 14 h ago.
Evidence
- Alex Ovechkin on Russia in World Juniors, Ottawa protest: ‘Fans want to see the best players’ - The Athletic · The New York Times
- Protests planned as Ovechkin makes first visit to Canada of final NHL season · Global News
- Caps host hockey fights cancer skate, Ovi’s final one of his career · DC News Now
- Why Alex Ovechkin Keeps Standing With Putin · Washingtonian
- Alex Ovechkin's 'cool' final home opener marked by sons introducing him pregame · ESPN
- Babcock mulling splitting up McDavid, Draisaitl on the road: 'It all depends on matchups' · TSN
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