This is definitely a historic moment.
Today at 3 p.m., Alex Ovechkin will take to the ice against Sidney Crosby for the 100th time in their remarkable rivalry as the Washington Capitals face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
That’s quite a milestone—essentially a whole season’s worth of games.
The stakes are pretty significant, with both teams contending for playoff spots. But really, the biggest excitement comes from witnessing these two long-time rivals, who have been at it since 2005, share the ice in such a noteworthy contest.
“I’m just trying to enjoy the last few games with Sid,” said the 40-year-old Ovechkin. “We’ve had many epic battles over the years, and it’s been a privilege to compete at such a high level for this long.”
Capitals vs. Penguins: What you need to know
- When: April 11th at 3:00 PM ET
- Where: PPG Paints Arena (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
- Channel: ABC
- Streaming: Sling TV
You won’t want to miss this matchup. There aren’t many more opportunities to catch Ovie and The Next One face off in person (although they’re set to meet again tomorrow in Washington, D.C., which might be Ovechkin’s last NHL game).
Capitals vs. Penguins start time:
The puck drops today (April 11) at 3 p.m. ET.
How to watch Capitals vs. Penguins:
If you’re without cable, there are options like a live TV streaming service to catch the game for free.
Sling TV is an affordable way to watch live NHL games, with plans starting at $19.99 per month that include ABC.
Another great option is DIRECTV, which offers a 5-day free trial that includes ABC and all other channels necessary for NHL coverage.
