The Washington Capitals held a ceremony to unveil a plaque commemorating their iconic 2018 Stanley Cup celebration at the Georgetown Waterfront. The plaque is situated on the fountain tower, acknowledging the unforgettable moment when players jumped into the fountain to celebrate their victory. Key figures from the 2018 championship, including Nicklas Backstrom and TJ Oshie, participated in the event, reminiscing about the spontaneous decision to jump into the fountain on a blistering summer day, creating a legacy for fans and the team alike.
Oshie recounted the moment, stating, 'We were waiting to get some beverages over there and, I don't know how hot it was, but it felt like it was scorching outside.'
Ovechkin remarked on the fountain jump, saying, 'I'm like, 'What? 'Yeah, let's go.' I said, 'Ok, let's do it, we're champions.'
The plaque commemorates the Capitals' celebration, reading, 'In Vegas They Became Champions ... Here They Became Legends.'
Kim Keleher emphasized the significance of the event, marking the fountain as a lasting legacy of the unforgettable 2018 celebration.
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