18 – Number of days remaining until the start of the Washington Capitals’ 50th season. But it’s also…
…the number of times Alex Ovechkin has won an individual award, either for regular season or playoff performance. That includes an NHL-record nine Maurice “Rocket” Richard trophies for the most goals in a single season – and of course, the beautiful Conn Smythe to complement his (and the franchise’s) first Stanley Cup.
Here’s the breakdown:
