Ovechkin, out since breaking his leg, participated in full practice and may return to play against Toronto on Saturday.
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin, who has been out for five weeks due to a broken left leg, participated in a full practice on Friday and could return to the lineup for Saturday’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Ovechkin, who is chasing Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record, has missed 15 games during his recovery. The Capitals are in second place in their division despite his absence. Coach Spencer Carbery will make a final decision on Ovechkin's return closer to game time.
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