Alex Ovechkin reveals a bad habit for his team in recent interview
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Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin has revealed his teammates' love for beer in the team's dressing room.
Ovechkin, known for his wild celebrations after the Capitals won the Stanley Cup in 2018, didn't hold back in a recent interview.
Two months ago, we got to experience Oshie chugging beer through his jersey, drunk Vrana, and our captain giving the gr8est speech of all time. D.C. came together & celebrated in a fashion that will never be forgotten. Time flies!
In an interview with blogger Amiran Sardarov, Ovechkin was asked about the presence of alcohol in locker rooms. He openly admitted to enjoying a few beers after games and called out players who claim they don't drink.
«I don't hide it,» Ovechkin said. «I like the taste of beer. I like light beer, sometimes I can drink Guinness.»
He continued, «I can't imagine a [player] who says he doesn't drink, �he quit.' You can take a break for a certain time, but after the game, 2 to 3 cans of beer � with pleasure. It's useful. In Washington, we have a refrigerator with beer in the coaching room. It's normal.»
He continued, «I can't imagine a [player] who says he doesn't drink, �he quit.' You can take a break for a certain time, but after the game, 2 to 3 cans of beer � with pleasure. It's useful. In Washington, we have a refrigerator with beer in the coaching room. It's normal.»
Ovechkin even mentioned that there's a beer fridge right in the coach's room.
Alex Ovechkin says Capitals have a refrigerator with beer in the coach's room: "I can't imagine a [player] who says he doesn't drink"
When asked about his fondness for beer, Ovechkin explained the benefits of a cold drink after a game.
«We just like to relax. After hockey, you are tired, a couple of glasses of wine or beer is normal It relieves tension.»
Ovechkin's candid comments provide a glimpse into the team's post-game rituals and the role of beer in their relaxation.
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