Ovechkin and Capitals Aim for Redemption with Position Shift to Right Wing Against Former Team Vegas

Monday, October 14th, 2024

More than ten years ago, Ovechkin switched to the right wing position and earned the Hart Trophy. Following that season, he became the league's top scorer with 51 goals while playing in the same position.

This season, Ovechkin is open to moving back to right wing for the Capitals' second game against Vegas. Coach Carbery has minimized the significance of this change, but it might play a crucial role as Ovechkin continues his pursuit of breaking Gretzky's career goals record.

Ovechkin’s shift to the right wing occurs as Logan Thompson returns to Vegas in the role of the Golden Knights' goalie. Thompson was traded away by Vegas during the off-season.

Following a defeat in the first game of the season, Carbery decided to move Protas into Ovechkin's previous position on the top line.

Ovechkin feels that moving to the right wing offers more adaptability for the team in finding optimal line combinations.

During his earlier time playing right wing, Ovechkin faced some initial challenges but ultimately concluded the season strongly, aiding the Capitals in making it to the playoffs.

Thompson is likely to start in the game against Vegas, with the Capitals expecting his motivation to earn more playing time to influence his performance.

In the offseason, the Capitals brought in several new players, yet Roy's injury in the season opener affected the team's equilibrium.

McIlrath is ready to step in for Roy, and Vrana might take Milano's place as adjustments are made to the top line.

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