Athletistic/Hockey. Washington Capitals head coach Peter Laviolette answered several questions related to the injury of Russian forward Alexander Ovechkin.

As journalist Steven Wyno reported on the social network, Laviolette will decide on the Russian’s participation in the match against the New York Islanders right before the fight itself.

“Will Ovechkin be ready for Game 1 of the playoffs? I hope so. We will see,” added the specialist.

Ovechkin was injured in the NHL regular season game with Toronto, the hockey player could not continue the fight and left the site.

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