“Still enjoy it. As soon as I’m not going to enjoy it, it’s probably not right for me to stay here and play the game the way I wanted to play.” Alex Ovechkin said these words back in 2023, and let’s be real—this is as true as it can get. At 39, the man is still out there lighting up the ice, proving that age is just a number when you’ve got the heart of a champion.
Back in 2021, he re-upped his legendary run with the Capitals, signing a massive five-year, $47.5 million extension. But now, that contract is nearing fulfillment, set to expire right before he hits the big 4-0 in 2026. With his future hanging in the balance, Dynamo Moscow’s president is already eyeing what would come next. Could there be a homecoming on the horizon?
The hockey world is on edge as Alex Ovechkin inches closer to Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goal record, needing just 15 more to etch his name in history. Dynamo Moscow’s president, Viktor Voronin, weighed in on the momentous milestone, speaking to TASS, “We wish him to reach this milestone, the entire hockey world is discussing it now.” But when asked if Dynamo had any big celebration planned, he clarified, “There is no talk in the club about any celebration yet. Of course, if he achieves this this season and then comes, we will congratulate him. We will plan some other events together with him, whatever he wishes.” With Ovi’s deep ties to the club, it’s clear Dynamo is more than ready to celebrate their hockey hero—whenever the time is right.
Then came the big question: Could Ovi return to Dynamo once his Capitals contract is up in 2026? Voronin made it clear, “Of course, we are ready to accept him with pleasure.” However, he acknowledged that the decision ultimately lies with Ovechkin himself, “Whether Washington will offer to extend his contract, whether he will want to continue playing himself – it all depends only on him.” One thing is for sure—Dynamo fans are still as loyal as ever. “And his arrival at the stadium had a positive effect on the fans, they were happy to get his autographs. And Alexander enjoys authority among Dynamo fans.”
With his NHL future uncertain beyond 2026, the possibility of a homecoming remains up for grabs. But if Ovechkin does decide to return, Dynamo is making it clear—they’ll welcome him back with open arms, and Moscow will be ready to celebrate their hockey legend once again.
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