MYTISHCHI /Moscow Region/, August 8. /TASS/. Washington Capitals captain Alexander Ovechkin plans to return to Moscow after ending his playing career.

The Russian star forward signed a one-year contract extension with the Washington Capitals in early July.

"After I finish my career, I will return to Moscow, where my family and loved ones are," Ovechkin told reporters.

Before joining the Washington Capitals, Ovechkin played for Dynamo Moscow.