Pens Points: Crosby meets Ovechkin for first of final battles

TRENDINGYamamoto, Dodgers beat BravesMessi's Argentina farewellPadres avoid NLDS sweepNFL Power RankingsGauff decries racist postsStory byStory byPens Points: Crosby meets Ovechkin for first of final battlesGarrett BehannaWed, October 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM UTC·2 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesCrosby, Malkin React To Ovechkin Retirement NewsSidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin discussed Alex Ovechkin's retirement on Monday.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsSidney Crosby Reacts to Alex Ovechkin's Retirement NewsSidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin will face each other on Wednesday in their last season sharing the NHL spotlight.Athlon SportsPenguins Stars Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin React to Alex Ovechkin Retirement News"I have a ton of respect for him," Crosby said.Sportsnet PittsburghAdvertisementAdvertisementPens 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 Nation10 must-see games in Alex Ovechkin's final NHL regular seasonAlex Ovechkin announced this will be his last season in the NHL. Here are 10 regular-season games you won't want to miss on the Capitals' schedule:USA TODAY SportsSidney Crosby Reacts to Alexander Ovechkin’s Retirement AnnouncementSidney Crosby reacts to Alexander Ovechkin's retirement announcement as the Capitals star plays his final NHL season. The post Sidney Crosby Reacts to Alexander Ovechkin’s Retirement Announcement appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYEvgeni Malkin responds to Alex Ovechkin’s retirement announcmentEvgeni Malkin broke a personal protocol by talking to the media on the day of a game. He had good reason to, coming on the heels of his peer Alex Ovechkin’s announcement that he will be retiring from the NHL at the conclusion of the 2026-27 season. Malkin and Ovechkin have had an evolving relationship […]SB NationPenguins React to Ovechkin Announcement; Malkin: Maybe it’s My Last Year, TooIt’s not that Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin stepped on Alex Ovechkin’s news – the longtime Washington Capitals winger and […]Pittsburgh Hockey NowWashington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin says his 22nd NHL season will be his lastWASHINGTON (AP) — Alex Ovechkin said Monday that his 22nd season in the NHL will be his last, beginning the farewell tour for the longtime Washington Capitals captain who holds the league's career goal-scoring record.Ovechkin addressed teammates to deliver the news before the team posted a message from him on social media.Associated PressWashington Capitals Alex Ovechkin to Retire from NHLIt's the news that Washington Capitals fans have been fearing for quite a while. News emerged late Monday morning that will see legendary forward Alex Ovechkin retire and play his final NHL season in 2026-27. The team made the announcement on social media on Monday morning. https://www.twitter.com/Capitals/status/2107125659201929637?s=20 More News on See Alex Ovechkin Retire from …Last Word on SportsSidney Crosby vs. Alex Ovechkin: The Key Stats That Defined Hockey's Greatest Modern RivalrySidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin have racked up plenty of points and earned several trophies in their incredible careers, and they have both defied the typical aging curve.Sportsnet PittsburghAlex Ovechkin Retiring at End of SeasonAlex Ovechkin announced the 2026-27 season will be his last, including one final trip to Detroit. #RedWingsDetroit Sports NationFlyers 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 FlyersAlex 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 RantEvgeni Malkin Makes Retirement Admission Reacting to Alex Ovechkin NewsEvgeni Malkin addressed Alex Ovechkin's final NHL season while discussing his own future and retirement.Athlon SportsWhere to watch Capitals vs. Penguins: Channel, live stream, time, schedule for Alex Ovechkin vs. Sidney CrosbyHockey icons go head to head once again as Pittsburgh visits Washington. Here's when and where to watch.The Sporting NewsPenguins Notebook: Bryan Rust Nears His Return To The LineupThe Pittsburgh Penguins held a practice in Cranberry on Tuesday before flying to Washington, D.C.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh PenguinsAlex Ovechkin announces 2026-27 Capitals campaign will be final season of NHL careerNo one has scored more regular-season goals in NHL history than Ovechkin.Yahoo SportsAlex Ovechkin announces retirement to Capitals teammates to start 22nd seasonThis is Ovi’s last dance.SB Nation