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Old 01-10-2008, 11:44 PM
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Capitals sign Ovechkin to record 13yr, $124 million extension

ESPN - Ovechkin, Capitals agree to 13-year, $124 million contract extension - NHL

Washington Capitals Superstar Alexander Ovechkin becomes the NHL's first $100 million man.

I really like this kid. He is an amazing player and really seems well grounded. Ovechkin even worked as his own agent in the deal.

I loved his reaction:
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"Hockey is my life," he said, shrugging, "and money is money. ... If you think about money, you stop playing hockey."
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Asked what he plans to buy with his new riches, he said: "I feel I have everything."
"A front tooth," added Leonsis, noting the big gap in Ovechkin's smile.
"Maybe razor," chimed in Ovechkin, who arrived for the press conference unshaved and with a mop of uncombed hair.
At least he was wearing a suit, a change of pace from his usual attire of color-clashing outfits.
"Well," he said, "I'm still looking good."
I think this is a great deal for both sides. Your thoughts?
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Re: Capitals sign Ovechkin to record 13yr, $124 million extension

I think it is going to make it difficult for Caps when one player is about 15% of the total salary cap. Hockey teams are not exactly like basketball as far as number of players, so it will be tough to fill the roster. At least that's how I see it.
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Re: Capitals sign Ovechkin to record 13yr, $124 million extension

I wonder what % of the Cap's offense Ovechkin contributes?
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I wonder what % of the Cap's offense Ovechkin contributes?
He contributes a lot, but they have nobody else that can contribute on regular basis. He is the team.
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13 year contract? Only in hockey, jeesh.
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13 year contract? Only in hockey, jeesh.
Sad thing is, that's not even the longest contract in the league.

Islander's goalie Rick Dipietro signed a 15 year $67.5 million contract in 2006.
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