Alex Ovechkin is shifting to right wing for the Washington Capitals as they prepare for their second game against the Vegas Golden Knights. This move comes as Ovechkin aims to chase Wayne Gretzky’s career goals record at 39 years old.

Coach Spencer Carbery views this as a minor adjustment to balance the lineup, while Ovechkin believes it will help the team find the right chemistry early in the season.

Logan Thompson will start as goalie against his former team, following a trade that left him seeking more playing time. Meanwhile, defenseman Matt Roy is out with an injury, leading to adjustments in the Capitals' lineup.