Alexander Ovechkin Reveals Why He Took a Leave of Absence: Shares Emotional and Saddened News Regarding His Fathers Passing at The Age of 71
Alexander Ovechkin has temporarily left the Washington Capitals club due to a family matter involving a family member's health, according to a statement issued by the organization's public relations department yesterday.
Washington Capitals senior vice president and general manager Brian MacLellan announced today that captain Alex Ovechkin will be away from the team to attend to a family matter and the health of a loved one.
The announcement of Mikhail Ovechkin's passing, who was 71 years old, was made on social media by Alexander Ovechkin a day later (today).
Alex Ovechkin announced the death of his father, Mikhail, on Instagram. The #Caps' captain wrote: «Today I lost my father. I thank everyone for the support, but please be understanding and do not disturb my family in this difficult time for us. Thank you.»
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Ovechkin shared the following post:
The Capitals head coach and his best-friend, and teammate Nicklas Backstrom offered their thoughts and prayers during media interviews.
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