Alex Ovechkin

Alexander Ovechkin is a Russian ice hockey player who has achieved great success in the NHL. He won three Hart Trophies as the league's MVP and won the Rocket Richard Trophy 8 times for most goals.

Full Name

Alexander Ovechkin

Age

Birth Date

September 17, 1985

Zodiac

Virgo

Born

Russia

About

Alex Ovechkin is a Russian professional ice hockey winger for the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL). A three-time NHL MVP, he is widely recognized as one of the greatest ice hockey players of all time. His numerous achievements include eight NHL scoring titles and a Stanley Cup championship in 2018.

Alex Ovechkin Timeline

1985

Alex Ovechkin is Born

On September 17, 1985, Alexander Mikhailovich Ovechkin was born in Moscow, Russia.

2001

Pro Hockey Debut

Ovechkin began his professional career with Dynamo Moscow in the Russian Superleague.

2004

Drafted by the Washington Capitals

Ovechkin was selected with the first overall pick by the Washington Capitals in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft.

2006

Wins Calder Memorial Trophy

In his rookie season with the Capitals, Ovechkin won the Calder Memorial Trophy as rookie of the year.

2008

Wins Hart Trophy

Ovechkin won his first Hart Trophy as the NHL's most valuable player.

2018

Wins Stanley Cup

Ovechkin led the Capitals to their first Stanley Cup victory and was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.

2020

700th Career Goal

Ovechkin scored his 700th career goal, becoming only the eighth player in NHL history to reach that milestone.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Alexander Ovechkin, a Russian-born professional ice hockey player, was born on September 17, 1985 and is currently 37 years old. He is best known for his impressive NHL record, having won the Maurice Richard Trophy 8 times, as well as the Conn Smythe Trophy in 2018.