# Capitals beat rivals in Alex Ovechkin’s final NHL home opener

> Alex Ovechkin’s Capitals win rivals in final NHL home opener.
- Title: Capitals beat rivals in Alex Ovechkin’s final NHL home opener
- Summary: Alex Ovechkin’s Capitals win rivals in final NHL home opener. Alex Ovechkin’s Washington Capitals beat Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2 in his final NHL home game…
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- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/washington-capitals-alex-ovechkin-pittsburgh-penguins-OA6Q6KBJLRHRZEW2K5R7LEHK6I
- Author: Giana Han
- Published: 2026-10-08T02:42:32.315+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: alex ovechkin, washington capitals, pittsburgh penguins, nfl, nhl, 2026-27 season, capitals home opener, news, local
## Ovechkin’s final home opener
Alex Ovechkin’s Capitals beat Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2 in his final NHL home game before retiring after the 2026-27 season.

> Ovi
## Ovechkin’s sons introduce him
Ovechkin’s sons Sergei and Ilya introduced him before the game, saying he was one of the greatest hockey players of all time.

> That was amazing
## Ovechkin’s retirement plan
Ovechkin said he wants to play with his kids when they’re older, but he’ll retire after the 2026-27 season.

> I’m not 20 years old, and I want to play with my kids when they’re growing up
## Ovechkin’s last game
Ovechkin’s last home game is a 5-2 win over Pittsburgh Penguins after his retirement announcement.

> He won’t be the only one
## Ovechkin’s team reaction
Ovechkin’s teammates celebrated his last game with a 5-2 win over Pittsburgh Penguins.

> He hasn’t said this to me, but I would assume that you’re gonna observe O taking in a little bit more of what’s going on throughout the year
## Ovechkin’s legacy
Ovechkin’s legacy includes 22 NHL seasons and a record for goal-scoring.

> It’s a huge rivalry and we take two points, it’s a great moment
## Key takeaway

Alex Ovechkin’s Washington Capitals beat Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2 in his final NHL home game before retiring after the 2026-27 season.