Alex Ovechkin has consistently amazed fans and players alike with his trademark one-timer shot from just above the left faceoff circle. At age 39, he continues to terrorize goalies, even as they and his coaches struggle to understand the mechanics behind his success. His shot, revered as an unstoppable force, hinges on his ability to manipulate position and weight during the windup, creating what Capitals Coach Spencer Carbery refers to as Ovechkin's "wheelhouse," allowing him to score repeatedly, much to the chagrin of opponents.
There's really no words to explain it, it's just an Ovi slap shot.
Ovechkin's working area - what Capitals Coach Spencer Carbery calls his 'wheelhouse' - is much larger.
As Ovechkin gets situated just above the left faceoff circle, he’s adjusting his position to ensure the puck arrives in the right spot.
Ovechkin's windup is traditional; he loads his weight on one foot while releasing the shot with full force.
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