Ovi, Caps honor Wild's Fleury with handshakes

Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals stayed at 889 career goals, six away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s record, but made a memorable gesture on the ice by ensuring his team shook hands with retiring Wild goalie Marc-Andre Fleury after a 4-2 loss. Ovechkin, who had faced Fleury frequently over the years, shared a hug and a laugh with him, showing respect for his impressive career. The Wild and Capitals players praised Fleury’s character and skill, with the Wild likely planning their own tribute for the veteran goalie in the future.

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