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Alex Ovechkin fuels GOAT talk with viral Washingtonian photo after breaking Wayne Gretzky's record
Alex Ovechkin fuels GOAT talk with viral Washingtonian photo after breaking Wayne Gretzky's record (Image via X)
A fun and unexpected event has grabbed the attention of sports fans and readers across Washington. A new magazine cover is making people smile and talk. Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is on the front of the July 2025 issue of Washingtonian Magazine, and he's not alone.
The NHL legend posed with a baby goat, leaving many wondering what it means. The photo is getting shared everywhere, and there's a special reason behind it.
Alex Ovechkin holds baby goat in new magazine cover shoot
On June 26, 2025, Washingtonian Magazine said that longtime Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin appears on the cover of its July issue. The cover depicts Ovechkin grinning and clutching a baby goat, which stands for
"GOAT,"
or
"Greatest of All Time,"
not only a lovely picture.
— washingtonian (@washingtonian)
This cover is part of the magazine's annual Best of Washington edition, which highlights local favorites across food, sports, and culture. Editor Sherri Dalphonse said, 'Our July issue lays out 100 reasons to love D.C. right now, and the number-one reason is that we are home to the NHL's greatest player of all time.'
Ovechkin is known for his record-breaking career in hockey. Fans see the goat in the picture as a playful but true reminder of his greatness.
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He recently passed Wayne Gretzky for the most combined regular season and playoff goals in hockey history, making the 'GOAT' symbol even more meaningful.
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The photoshoot was done during Ovechkin's offseason. While the exact location wasn't shared, it's clear the cover was planned to match his fun and confident personality. Wearing a stylish outfit and holding the tiny goat close, Ovechkin shows he's proud of his career but also enjoys lighter moments.
The picture received a warm response from DMV and D. C. fans who thought it was
"well earned' a
nd
"perfect."
Founded in 1965, The Washingtonian Magazine is renowned for its reporting of local news, events, and lifestyle stories.
This whimsical element has made Ovechkin's summer more interesting. It reminds us that even the most serious athletes can have fun and yet make headlines doing it.
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