Can Alex Ovechkin defy Father Time and hit 40 goals in his potential farewell NHL season? After a remarkable 2024-25 campaign that saw him notch 44 goals and 29 assists in just 65 games, the Russian legend enters 2025-26 on the brink of hockey immortality—and possibly his final lap. The big question for fantasy hockey managers: Is there one more vintage season left in Ovi’s stick, or is the end of an era at hand?
Here’s the fast takeaway: I’m projecting Ovechkin to rack up 38 goals and 27 assists for 65 points in 2025-26. He’ll still quarterback the Capitals’ top power play with Tom Wilson, Dylan Strome, and John Carlson, plus get key offensive support from Jakob Chychrun on the blueline. If you want reliable fantasy production with goal-scoring upside, you simply can’t overlook The Great 8—even at age 40.
Why Ovechkin Remains a Fantasy Must-Draft in 2025-26
The hockey world knows age is just a number for Alex Ovechkin. Despite hitting the 40-year milestone this September, his release, power play presence, and sheer will to score make him a unique fantasy asset. Yes, he’s lost half a step at even strength, but Ovi’s lethal one-timer and net-front grit on the man advantage should keep him near the top of the NHL’s goal charts.
Last year, Ovechkin proved the doubters wrong with 44 goals in 65 games—a pace that still turns heads. In 2025-26, I see him adjusting slightly, likely resting on back-to-backs and facing tougher matchups. But his chemistry with Tom Wilson and John Carlson on the power play can’t be underestimated.
Projected 2025-26 Stats:
- Goals: 38
- Assists: 27
- Points: 65
Will Ovechkin hang up the skates after this year? That’s the biggest X-factor. One thing’s for sure: Don’t bet against The Great 8 lighting the lamp until his final NHL shift.
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