
Bournemouth reach agreement to appoint Rose as Iraola successor
Bournemouth has reached an agreement to appoint Marco Rose as their new head coach, succeeding Andoni Iraola.
Alex Ovechkin received a standing ovation during what may be his final game in Pittsburgh as the Capitals defeated the Penguins 6-3. The game was notable for Ovechkin's potential last matchup against Sidney Crosby, who was sidelined due to injury.
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The Washington Capitals kept their playoff hopes alive with a 6-3 road victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday. However, while Ilya Protas and Ryan Leonard powered the offense, all eyes were on captain Alex Ovechkin.
The 40-year-old was playing in what could have been his final game in Pittsburgh. Ovechkin has had the pleasure of facing the Penguins at both PPG Paints Arena and the old Mellon Arena.
Many were hoping to see Ovechkin face Sidney Crosby for the 75th time in the regular season and 100th overall time. Unfortunately, Crosby was ruled day-to-day with a lower-body injury and missed the game.
Nevertheless, the fans in Pittsburgh got to see Ovechkin record an empty-netter for his 929th career goal. The Great 8 was also given a standing ovation from the rival city for 21 years.
âYeah, it was nice,â said Ovechkin. âIt show respect, all the time we spend on rivalries, playoffs, regular season. It shows respect.â
On Sunday, Ovechkin and the Capitals will return the favor when they host Pittsburgh at Capital One Arena.
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Alex Ovechkin received a standing ovation as it could be his final game in Pittsburgh, where he has had a long-standing rivalry with the Penguins.
The Washington Capitals won the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins with a score of 6-3, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
No, Sidney Crosby was ruled day-to-day with a lower-body injury and did not play in the game against the Capitals.

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