Penguins vs. Capitals NHL picks: Alex Ovechkin aims to make final home opener a winner vs. rival Sidney Crosby
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The Washington Capitals host the Pittsburgh Penguins in their home opener on Wednesday night, featuring a marquee matchup between longtime rivals Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby. The game carries added significance as Alex Ovechkin begins what is reported to be his final NHL season and plays his last career home opener.
The matchup pits two of the sport's defining contemporary stars against one another in a traditional divisional rivalry. The encounter marks a milestone moment for the Washington franchise as the team opens its home schedule against Pittsburgh.
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WJLA - Washington DCLocal focus on the emotional weight of a special Washington home opener.
CBS SportsNational preview highlighting the historic rivalry between Ovechkin and Crosby.
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