Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin missed several activities during the opening practice of training camp as he was evaluated for a lower-body injury, team officials said.
The NHL’s all-time goal scorer briefly suited up and took the ice but didn’t participate in the skate test with his teammates. He was also absent during team drills.
The three-time MVP turned 40 years old on Wednesday. Rumors have long circulated that the upcoming NHL season could be his last in Washington.
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Ovechkin missed 16 games last season with a broken leg. He still scored 44 goals — tied for third most in the NHL — as the Capitals earned the top seed in the Eastern Conference.
The Capitals open the preseason on Sunday at Boston. The regular season kicks off with a home game against the Bruins on Oct. 8.
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