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Alex Ovechkin confirms this will be final season before retirement

By Sean Noone · Oct 5, 2026, 12:37 PM CDT

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Ovechkin confirmed he'd be going back to live in Russia after his retirement.

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Headline-Body MismatchThe headline suggests Ovechkin announced his final season, while the body only mentions his post‑retirement plans, creating a mismatch between headline and content.

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The article does not provide any details about when Ovechkin announced his retirement, the timing of his move, or any statements from Ovechkin or his representatives.

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