Capitals sign Ovechkin to record 13yr, $124 million extension - Detroit Pistons Fan Community

jammertime · #1 (**permalink**) 01-10-2008, 11:44 PM

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?

mikhail1973 · #2 (**permalink**) 01-11-2008, 02:24 AM

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.