Alex Ovechkin

Alexander Ovechkin, universally known as Alex Ovechkin, is a Russian professional ice hockey player and one of the greatest goal scorers in the history of the NHL. Born in Moscow, Russia, Ovechkin grew up in an athletic family. His mother, Tatyana, was a two-time Olympic gold medalist in basketball, and his father, Mikhail, was a professional soccer player. Ovechkin began playing hockey at a young age and quickly demonstrated extraordinary talent, joining Dynamo Moscow’s professional team as a teenager.

Ovechkin was selected first overall by the Washington Capitals in the 2004 NHL Draft. Due to the 2004-05 NHL lockout, he did not debut until the 2005-06 season, but he made an immediate and lasting impact. He won the Calder Trophy as Rookie of the Year and has since accumulated an astonishing list of accomplishments, including three Hart Trophies as MVP, nine Maurice Richard Trophies as the league’s top goal scorer, and the 2018 Stanley Cup Championship with the Capitals, also earning the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.

Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goal-scoring record of 894 goals has been one of the most captivating storylines in modern hockey. His powerful slap shot from the left circle, often called ‘The Ovechkin Spot,’ has become one of the most iconic plays in hockey. Despite being in his late thirties and early forties, Ovechkin has continued to score at a remarkable rate, and his chase of Gretzky’s seemingly unbreakable record has drawn attention from far beyond the hockey world.

As of 2026, Alex Ovechkin’s net worth is estimated at $80 million. Over his career, he has earned hundreds of millions in NHL salary alone, with several contracts exceeding $100 million in total value. His endorsement portfolio has included deals with Nike, CCM, Bauer, Papa John’s, and numerous Russian brands. He has also made significant investments in real estate and business ventures both in the United States and Russia, securing his financial legacy well beyond his playing days.