Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin tests positive for COVID-19

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WASHINGTON (FOX 5 DC) - Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin has tested positive for COVID-19, according to the team.

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In a tweet, the team said Ovechkin will not play against the Edmonton Oilers Wednesday night due to the NHL COVID-19 protocol.

Ovechkin will also not participate in the 2022 NHL All-Star Game in Las Vegas, according to the team.

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