Darius Kasparaitis describes training and stopping for a beer with Alex Ovechkin during the 4 Nations Face-off break: 'He said that was too hard for him'

Alex Ovechkin utilized an in-season break by training with retired NHLer Darius Kasparaitis in Florida, since there was no All-Star Game to skip. Kasparaitis recounted Ovechkin's text asking to join him for gym workouts during the break for the 4 Nations Face-off. They shared vigorous training sessions that included off-ice and on-ice skating. Ovechkin humorously requested a stop for beer after their workout, reflecting a friendly rapport between the two. Their paths first crossed in the NHL between 2005 and 2007 when Kasparaitis played for the New York Rangers.

Ovechkin reached out to Darius Kasparaitis during the break for the 4 Nations Face-off, asking if he could train with him in the gym.

Their training included intense gym sessions followed by off-ice skating, showcasing Ovechkin's commitment to staying in top shape.

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