Athletistic / Hockey. Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid has spoken out about the long-standing rivalry between Washington Capitals forward Alexander Ovechkin and Pittsburgh Penguins forward Sidney Crosby. Both hockey players made their NHL debut in October 2005.
“Of course, Crosby and Ovechkin were great to watch from afar, they had a spectacular rivalry. However, Sidney with his game and everything he accomplished, and Ovi are still doing their job. They are two absolute legends of hockey, and it’s It’s always great when you have the chance to play against them, “McDavid is quoted in the NHL press service.
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Sidney Crosby is a two-time Olympic champion, world champion and three-time Stanley Cup winner. Alexander Ovechkin won three world championships and a Stanley Cup.
On the night of March 14, Washington will face Edmonton in an NHL regular season away game. McDavid’s interview about Ovechkin was timed to coincide with that meeting.
Source: Sport
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