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Alex Ovechkin: Double-Edged Sword

Posted: 2nd December 2009 by Travis Loftis in NHL
Alexander Ovechkin has been under quite a bit of scrutiny lately. The franchise superstar and key attraction is running amok, with many fans tired of his play.á Coach Bruce Boudreau himself has sat down with the media and called Ovechkin "reckless." Owner Ted Leonsis personally sat down to discuss the recent play. The result of that meeting? Leonsis telling Ovechkin to keep playing like he plays. The problem with Ovechkin's high-octane, breaks-off mentality ...