Ovechkin’s historic ascent past Gretzky cements him as the era’s premier goal-scorer, shaping expectations for aging star trajectories, durability, and pivotal milestone-driven fantasy narratives.

Ovechkin’s 13-year, 124 million Capitals contract stands as the richest in NHL history; Kaprizov’s potential extension would have challenged that record, highlighting the evolving valuation of elite players in a flat-cap era.

Ovechkin sits at No. 50, providing historical context as Robertson edges ahead. His longevity highlights the era Robertson competes in and underscores the high-level competition Robertson must outpace to reach similar all-time impact.

Ovechkin spent the summer in Russia after becoming the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer, with Dynamo Moscow hosting a celebration. He turns 40 as he enters his 21st season and is poised to return to Capitals camp with continued legitimacy as a franchise pillar.

Ovechkin sits at 90 OVR, a legendary scorer whose fantasy value is tied to goal-scoring pace and power-play usage. Expect classic-volume goal nights and PP opportunities, though aging may temper ceiling in a full-season run.