What is Alexander Ovechkin's full name?
Alexander Mikhaylovich Ovechkin
Alexander Ovechkin date of birth:
September 17, 1985
How old is Alexander Ovechkin?
40
Where was Alexander Ovechkin born?
Moscow, Russia
How tall is Alexander Ovechkin?
6' 3" (190 cm)
How much does Alexander Ovechkin weigh?
233 lbs (105.7 kg)
Alexander Ovechkin body shape:
Athletic
What color are Alexander Ovechkin's eyes?
Blue
What color is Alexander Ovechkin's hair?
Brown - Dark
Is Alexander Ovechkin gay or straight?
Straight
What religion is Alexander Ovechkin?
Russian Orthodox
What is Alexander Ovechkin's ethnicity?
White
What is Alexander Ovechkin nationality?
Russian
What is Alexander Ovechkin's occupation?
Ice Hockey Player
Alexander Ovechkin claim to fame:
Ice Hockey superstar
Short Biography
Alexander Mikhailovich "Alex" Ovechkin (Александр Михайлович Овечкин; born September 17, 1985) is a Russian professional ice hockey winger and captain of the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League (NHL). Prior to entering the NHL, Ovechkin played for HC Dynamo Moscow of the Russian Superleague for four seasons, from 2001 until 2005, and returned to play for them briefly during the 2012–13 NHL lockout. A highly touted prospect, Ovechkin was selected by the Capitals first overall in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft. With the 2004–05 NHL lockout cancelling the season, Ovechkin remained in Russia until 2005, joining the Capitals for the 2005–06 season. He won the Calder Memorial Trophy as rookie of the year, scoring 52 goals and 54 assists to lead all rookies with 106 points and finishing third overall in league scoring.