Capitals top Penguins 5-3 in Alex Ovechkin's final home opener in Washington

TRENDINGDodgers return to NLCSRays-Yankees updatesBrewers-Padres updatesWNBA semifinals updatesNFL Power RankingsStory byStory byCapitals top Penguins 5-3 in Alex Ovechkin's final home opener in WashingtonNOAH TRISTERThu, October 8, 2026 at 2:17 AM UTC·2 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesPenguins Ghastly Giveaways Give Capitals Big WinWASHINGTON, D.C. — It was the final time Alex Ovechkin would be introduced for a Washington Capitals (2-1-0) home opener. […]Pittsburgh Hockey NowCapitals vs Penguins LIVE updates, score from Alex Ovechkin vs Sidney CrosbyAlex Ovechkin will face Sidney Crosby and the rival Penguins, two days after the Capitals star said this will be his final NHL season.USA TODAY SportsPens Points: Crosby meets Ovechkin for first of final battlesFollowing Monday’s announcement that this would be Alex Ovechkin’s final NHL season, Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals fans likely peeked at the schedule to see how many more times the two generation-defining rivals would face off. Luckily for us, tonight is the first of four final regular season matchups between Ovechkin and Crosby. Puck drop […]SB NationAdvertisementAdvertisementLike Old Times: Penguins Game 4 vs. CapitalsThe next time they face off in Washington will be the final game of the season and Ovechkin’s NHL career.WPXIPenguins Game 4, Like Old Times: Lines, Goalies, & How to Watch vs. CapitalsWASHINGTON, D.C. — In a city more divided than Berlin circa the Cold War, there is one agreement. The Pittsburgh […]Pittsburgh Hockey NowPenguins vs. Capitals Score, Live Updates, Highlights From NHL GameSportsNet Pittsburgh will provide live coverage of the matchup between the Penguins and the Capitals.Sportsnet PittsburghIn Ovechkin's Last Season, Capitals & Penguins Relish Final Run Of Rivalry As They Face Off In D.C. Home OpenerARLINGTON, V.A. – When he was a boy, way before he could even fathom being on the Washington Capitals, Vincent Desharnais would watch Alex Ovechkin and Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby go toe-to-toe, renewing their rivalry as the divisional opponents went head to head.The Hockey News - Washington CapitalsWayne Gretzky reveals how he really feels about Capitals star Alex Ovechkin’s retirement announcement being way different than hisThe Washington Capitals are set for their home opener on Wednesday night against the Pittsburgh Penguins. It will be the last home opener for Alex Ovechkin. Earlier this week, Ovechkin announced that this season will be his last . Now, Wayne Gretzky, who is now the second all-time leading goal scorer in NHL history, is speaking about the retirement […] The post Wayne Gretzky reveals how he really feels about Capitals star Alex Ovechkin’s retirement announcement being way different than his appeaClutchPointsPittsburgh Penguins At Washington Capitals Preview: Lineup Changes, Where To WatchThe Pittsburgh Penguins will try to get back in the win column on Wednesday night.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsPenguins vs. Capitals Schedule 2026-27: When Do Sidney Crosby, Alex Ovechkin Face Off This Season?Here's a breakdown of all the games this season between the Penguins and Capitals.Sportsnet PittsburghPenguins/Capitals Recap: Glaring mistakes prove costly for Pittsburgh in 5-3 lossPregame Bryan Rust is able to make his season debut and the Penguins flip Hendrix Lapierre and Nick Robertson between lines for some new looks. Arturs Silovs in net for this one. The Capitals celebrate their home opener with this lineup. First period Fireworks aplenty early on. On the very first shift, Trevor van Riemsdyk […]SB NationSergei and Ilya Ovechkin introduce their Dad ahead of his final home openerThis is all kinds of adorable.HockeyFeedGame Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Washington Capitals 10/7/2026Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (2-1-0, 4 points, 3rd place Metropolitan Division) @ Washington Capitals (1-1-0, 2 points, 5th place Metropolitan Division) When: 7:30 p.m. eastern How to Watch: Nationally televised game on TNT, streaming on HBO Max Pens’ Path Ahead: The Pens stay on the road and head over to Columbus on Friday, then return home to […]SB NationPens Points: Third Period Problems PersistOn Saturday night, the Pittsburgh Penguins surrendered three third period goals to squander a 5-1 lead, but they were ultimately able to recover and win in overtime. On Monday night against the Winnipeg Jets, the Penguins allowed another three goals in the final frame to once again give up a lead they began the period […]SB NationAlex Ovechkin Final Season: What To Expect From The Great EightAlex Ovechkin announced on Monday that this will be his last NHL season. Ovechkin is entering his 22nd season, and his career will come to a close at the end of it. He announced to his teammates that “it’s sad, but it is what it is. We have an unbelievable team this year. There are […] The post Alex Ovechkin Final Season: What To Expect From The Great Eight appeared first on Stadium Rant.Stadium RantCapitals Notebook: Roy Out vs. Penguins As McIlrath Gets First Home Opener, Full Projected Lineup & What To KnowARLINGTON, V.A. — The Washington Capitals blue line will look a bit different for their home opener against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday.The Hockey News - Washington CapitalsPenguins vs. Capitals Rivalry, Explained: Crosby, Ovechkin and the Battle for NHL Bragging RightsFrom early beginnings to the matchups between Crosby and Ovechkin, here's a breakdown of the heated rivalry between the Penguins and Capitals.Sportsnet PittsburghPenguins vs Capitals Prediction, Picks, NHL Odds for Wednesday, October 7Penguins vs Capitals prediction, including picks and odds for October 7.Action NetworkConnor McDavid Reveals True Feelings on Alex Ovechkin After Retirement NewsConnor McDavid reflected on Alex Ovechkin’s retirement news and revealed his favorite NHL player growing up.Athlon SportsFlyers Will Host Alex Ovechkin's Last NHL Regular Season GameThe Great 8 will play his last ever regular season game in Philadelphia.The Hockey News - Philadelphia Flyers