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Capitals release statement on war in Ukraine; falls flat with fans

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TJ Tucker
March 8, 2022  (7:25 PM)
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Amidst rising controversy over the war in Ukraine, and star player Alexander Ovechkin's perceived relationship with Russian president Vladimir Putin, the Washington Capitals have decided to release a statement. Here it is in full:

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Unfortunately for Washington's PR team, the statement seems to be falling flat with many fans.

At the end of the day, there are likely going to be complaints either way right now. Still, while there have been other players involved in the Putin Team website, none has been as visible as Ovechkin. It's likely this rift between the Caps and fans will continue for some time.

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