Alex Ovechkin participated in practice without a no-contact jersey for the first time since his November injury, signaling potential return against Kings or Bruins.
Head coach Spencer Carbery indicated Ovechkin was days away from return, stating he would need several full practices of contact before rejoining the lineup.
Ovechkin missed 13 games, his longest absence due to injury, yet the Capitals maintained an 8-4-1 record in his absence.
Monday's game against the Bruins will be five weeks post-injury, aligning with the timeline given for Ovechkin's recovery process.
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