Alexander Ovechkin, who recently surpassed Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's all-time leading goal-scorer, is set to retire following the 2025-26 season. But

The Washington Capitals knocked down reports that next year will be all-time leading goal scorer Alexander Ovechkin’s last in the NHL, saying no decision has been made on the Russian’s future.

The Washington Capitals said an email sent out Thursday announcing that the 2025-26 campaign will be legendary forward Alex Ovechkin's final NHL season is not accurate.