Top 25 Quotes by Alexander Ovechkin of 37 - Page 2

Sometimes I want to joke but my English isn't perfect. Sometimes people are wondering what I'm talking about.

Sometimes I want to joke but my English isn't perfect. Sometimes people are wondering what I'm talking about.

Talking, People, Perfect

"Caps' Ovechkin says he is not ready to wear the 'C'". The Chronicle Herald, September 06, 2006.

I think I must play how I can, that's all. And if I play my best I'll be happy. It doesn't matter because NHL is the best league in the world and we have great players so whoever the coach puts me with is the best. The coach knows best.

Alexander Ovechkin

Player, Thinking, League

Source: www.washingtonpost.com

Fighting is necessary in hockey. But if you fight, you have to choose your partner carefully. If you're an experienced player and you want to fight, you can't choose a player who has never fought in his life.

Alexander Ovechkin

Fighting, Hockey, Player

"Ovechkin: 'There will always be critics'". Interview with Brett Forrest, www.espn.com. December 12, 2011.

When you come to a new team, new world, new people, you feel a little bit uncomfortable. But my teammates, they are tremendous guys.

Alexander Ovechkin

Team, People, Guy

I have a lot of respect for Ovechkin as a player. I like his enthusiasm. I know the kid has a zest for life and a joy for the game.

Alexander Ovechkin

Kids, Player, Zest

I'm looking forward to playing against Sidney Crosby as much as I am looking forward to playing against all of the other players in the NHL. And there is no rivalry.

Alexander Ovechkin

Player, Looking Forward, Rivalry

Source: www.washingtonpost.com