I just spoke with Alex Ovechkin after practice and he informed me that his grandfather HAS NOT passed away. This report in a Russian paper and on this blog is incorrect. Alex asked for respect of his privacy and that they will communicate to our fan base in an official capacity if there is any news on this matter.
Alex was happy to be back at practice and with “his family away from his family” and is quite appreciative of everyone’s comments and concerns. Thank you.
