Alex Ovechkin had a season of ups and downs. After a slow start, he regained his usual pace before facing a tough series in the first round against the Rangers.
The veteran still managed to finish the campaign with 31 goals. The chase for Wayne Gretzky's record is still very much possible. The Russian is now just 41 goals away from the record.
However, during the end-of-season review with the Capitals, the great Ovechkin raised something surprising.
The forward revealed that he was afraid of being traded this season by the Capitals. He was almost convinced he would be moved at the trade deadline.
"Yes, I was worried about being traded this season and I believed it, but thankfully, I am still a Capital. Honestly, the whole situation was tough for me." - Alex Ovechkin
Surprising, one can hardly imagine Alex Ovechkin in any other uniform than that of the Capitals. However, he is aware of his current situation and where he stands in his career.
