Deadspin: Alexander Ovechkin

This Should Answer The Question Of Whether Alex Ovechkin Regrets Skipping The All-Star Game

Barry Petchesky — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:20:58 EST

Back when it looked like Alexander Ovechkin might not be named to the All-Star Game, he told a reporter he wouldn't be disappointed "because I'm going to go straight up to vacation somewhere." But he did make the roster, and also managed to get himself suspended for three games. So he decided no All-Star Game because he didn't deserve it, he didn't want to be a distraction, blah blah blah he's going to Florida. More »

Alex Ovechkin Accused Of Spitting In Opponent's Face

Barry Petchesky — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:20:00 EST

A little run-in between Ovechkin and Blue Jackets winger/agitator Derek Dorsett on Saturday went mostly unnoticed: Dorsett ran Ovechkin, Ovechkin got in his face, the two received matching minors, then everybody went home to celebrate New Year's Eve. But now Dorsett is accusing Ovechkin of spitting on him during the fracas. More »

Idiot Columnist Writes Idiot Column About Ovechkin And Steroids

Barry Petchesky — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:20:00 EST

John Steigerwald—he of the "Bryan Stow deserved to get beaten into a coma" column—is at it again. This time the Washington (Pa.) Observer-Reporter observer/reporter sets his poorly-focused sights on Alexander Ovechkin. Since his numbers have taken a dip, and also a steroid doctor who Ovechkin has never been associated with was arrested more than two years ago, Ovechkin is clearly on steroids. Ipso facto. Take it away, John Steigerwald, you magnificent dumbass: More »

The Capitals Axed Lovable "Fat Fuck" Coach Bruce Boudreau

Jack Dickey — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 10:20:00 EST

You'll recall that Alex Ovechkin, the supremely talented, supremely underachieving, similarly fat Caps winger, called Boudreau a "fat fuck" after being benched late in a game less than a month ago. Things have not gone well since. More »

This Evening: Alexander Ovechkin Is Really Overdressed For This Summer Weather

Dom Cosentino — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 17:50:51 EDT

Your p.m. roundup for July 26, the day we passed on ordering pink beer. H/T to Ian for the photo. Got any stories or photos for us? Tip your editors. More »

Is Alex Ovechkin Looking A Little Bloated?

Barry Petchesky — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 15:45:59 EDT

Nah, probably just the posture, or the skintight shirt. Or his legendary offseason regimen. But it's got to be a little unsettling for Caps fans to have to be reassured: "Don't worry; I'm going to be in good shape." [Caps365] More »

Alex Ovechkin's Summer Diet: Hookah, Beers, And Fried Steak

Jack Dickey — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 22:00:00 EDT

There's nothing illegal or even wrong with what Ovechkin's doing here—nonetheless, one must wonder how perhaps the best athlete in the NHL stays in shape doing this. More »

The Kentucky Wildcats Refused To Go Down Without A Fight Or An Internationally-Televised Nut Tap

Brian Hickey — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 09:30:00 EDT

Your morning roundup for April 3, the day it became clear that 16-year-old girls at meth labs hope you have rabies. More »

A Love Song For Kane And Toews That May Have You Questioning Your Own Masculinity

Barry Petchesky — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 14:15:00 EDT

Via Crossing Broad comes this video mash note to the Blackhawks' two dreamboats. Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews exchange long, knowing glances with each other and...you. All set to the dulcet strains of Katy Perry. More »

I'm Kind Of Starting To Enjoy Sidney Crosby, And Other Random NHL 24/7 Observations

Katie Baker — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:45:36 EST

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Last night was the second of four HBO 24/7: Penguins/Capitals: The Road to the Winter Classic episodes. Here, a few thoughts more disjointed than Matt Hendricks's face. More »

Three-And-A-Half Minutes Of Alex Ovechkin Dancing? Da!

Barry Petchesky — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 17:10:46 EST

It's no wonder the women are all over him. [via Russian Machine Never Breaks] More »

Scoring Some Telochki With Alex Ovechkin

Barry Petchesky — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 14:35:00 EDT

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GQ profiles Ovechkin this month, including him hitting the town in Moscow. Ovie treats the fawning women like — well, pretty much what you'd expect from a young, rich superstar. More »

Alexander Ovechkin Is Enjoying His Summer

Dashiell Bennett — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 06:45:15 EDT

Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and internets to bring you everything you need to know to start your day. More »

Ovechkin Gives Child A Snow Shower

Barry Petchesky — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 12:45:00 EDT

Ovie stops short, spraying the Canadiens tyke. Probably all in good fun (and part over Ovechkin's pregame routine), but still: wouldn't it have been great if the kid had dropped the gloves? More »

You Should Be Watching Hockey This Weekend, Seriously

Katie Baker — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 20:27:08 EDT

Remember when everyone was so into hockey that time? Ha! But there's plenty to love: the NCAA championship, an NHL playoff berth battle, and oh yeah, some Slovenian hockey players who won their league title then beat up their coach! More »

Yes, Kansas, Let Us Taste The Tears Of Unfathomable Sadness

Barry Petchesky — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 10:30:00 EDT

Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and the blogosphere to bring you everything you need to know to start your day. More »

Terrible Call Gets Ovechkin Ejected

Barry Petchesky — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 14:30:00 EDT

So let's see: Brian Campbell was 10 feet from the boards, and got hit from the side rather than behind. Still, game misconduct for Alexander Ovechkin. That's what happens when you've got a history of cheap shots. More »

Alexander Ovechkin Loves, Shoves All His Fans

Dashiell Bennett — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:00:52 EST

Hell hath no fury like a Russian hockey star who just got his butt handed to him by a group of feisty Canadians. Point a camera in his face and he'll have no trouble shoving you to the ground. More »

Mike Milbury's Anti-Ovechkin Crusade Goes International

Barry Petchesky — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:30:00 EST

The NBC analyst has long been known as the only non-Yinzer in the Crosby-over-Ovechkin camp. Now, he's moved his pulpit to Vancouver. Thank goodness Jeremy Roenick was there to call him out. More »

The Aussie Open Is The World's Largest Frat Party

Barry Petchesky — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 06:30:00 EST

Alexander Ovechkin Takes His Wii Very Seriously

Dashiell Bennett — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:15:44 EDT

Alexander Ovechkin stopped traffic yesterday so he could drive a Zamboni down Manhattan's Sixth Avenue and then school me in some video game hockey. Not as fun as doing 180 with Rachel Nichols riding shotgun, but it was only Wednesday. More »

Alexander Ovechkin Is Here To Do Two Things: Play Hockey And Sex Your Women

Dashiell Bennett — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 14:53:13 EDT

And hockey season is over. Russia Today gets to the bottom Alex Ovechkin's life, complete with helpful on-screen guides. Revelations: He's ugly, sadness makes him cry, and sex is good. You're welcome. [Puck Duddy] More »

The Fate Of U.S.-Russia Relations Rests On Alexander Ovechkin's Stick

Ben Cohen — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:15:00 EDT

"As a resident of Washington, D.C., I continue to benefit from the contributions of Russians — specifically, from Alexander Ovechkin," said Barack Obama, who was criticized for not being a true puckhead. Don't get greedy, Capitals fans. [D.C. Sports Bog] More »

Alex and Sid's Dueling Hat Tricks

Dashiell Bennett — Tue, 05 May 2009 10:30:58 EDT

The NHL got what it wanted—a Crosby/Ovechkin playoff showdown—and the first two games have lived up to the billing. If only they can find a way to make it last longer than two more games. More »

This Is Not Alexander Ovechkin's Strip Club Receipt

Dashiell Bennett — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:45:13 EDT

Like any young rich athlete, Alex Ovechkin likes to have a good time, but there are probably enough actual crazy stories about him out there that people don't need to be making them up. More »

Alexander Ovechkin Can't Drive 55

Dashiell Bennett — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:45:49 EDT

Rachel Nichols had a nice "so now you know" profile about the NHL's goofy MVP on E:60 last night. What do you think happens when a toothless, 23-year-old adrenaline junkie gets handed $100 million? More »

Alexander Ovechkin Would Have Made A Lousy Cold War Spy

Dashiell Bennett — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:30:37 EDT

The Captials star was booted from the Rangers practice today "'because they're afraid of me,' he said with a smile." Really? Which of your first two home losses scared them the most? [NYPost] More »

LeBron James Pretends He Knows Who Alex Ovechkin Is

Dashiell Bennett — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 13:00:00 EDT

What happens when the world's greatest basketball player meets the world's greatest hockey player? In one word .... awwwwk-ward. More »

The Washington Capitals Do It For The Ladies

Dashiell Bennett — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:00:23 EST

Hey, Girls! Do you and the gals love to gab about hockey at your slumber parties? Because the Capitals would love to see a few extra broads in the seats at their next home game. More »

Capitals Win, Crosby Goes Down

Dashiell Bennett — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 12:30:19 EST

The highly-touted matchup between Washington and Pittsburgh mostly lived up to its billing. The teams still hate each other and the play was intense, but the Caps eventually put the Penguins to bed, 6-3. More »

Why Can't Alexander Ovechkin and Evgeni Malkin Just Get Along?

Dashiell Bennett — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 13:45:07 EST

The Penguins and Capitals square off again tonight and this growing rivalry may have just the kind of storyline the NHL needs to get some buzz going—an old world Russian blood feud. More »

The Inane "Cubs Fans-White Sox Fans: Who's Hotter?" Debate Rages On

Christmas Ape — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 14:20:22 EDT

This should make for some interesting conversation at the Pants Party [The Sports Hernia] More »

The Wit And Wisdom Of Alexander Ovechkin

Wyshynski — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 16:20:02 EDT

As an American hockey writer, the language barrier hinders both ease and access with Russian players in the NHL. So it sometimes falls to the Russian sports media to ask the goofy-ass questions we'd rather be asking someone like Capitals star Alexander Ovechkin, such as "What smells do you like?" and "Is it possible to play hockey on Mars?" Luckily, the boys (and girl) at On Frozen Blog know someone who can translate. More »

The Only Dude In The World Who Thinks Ovechkin Sucks

Wyshynski — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:40:07 EST

The NHL Closer is written by Greg Wyshynski, of FanHouse and The Fourth Period. He is also the author of Glow Pucks And 10-Cent Beer. More »