Alex Ovechkin wins ninth-career Kharlamov Trophy, named best Russian player in the world for 2024-25 season
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Alex Ovechkin was awarded the 2024-25 Kharlamov Trophy for being the best Russian player in the world. This marks his ninth win of the trophy over his career. The trophy was not awarded for five years, which limited Ovechkin’s potential wins. Other notable contenders included Sergei Bobrovsky, who finished second, and Nikita Kucherov, who finished third. Ovechkin achieved 73 points in the last NHL season and notably broke Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record during the season.
Alex Ovechkin won the 2024-25 Kharlamov Trophy, his ninth time receiving the award. This trophy is given to the best Russian player in the world.
Ovechkin was voted first with 314 points, beating Sergei Bobrovsky (184 points) and Nikita Kucherov (65 points). Ovechkin scored 73 points despite injury.
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