Fans express worry over possible injury to Alexander Ovechkin

Let's be honest - this isn't the same Alexander Ovechkin in the first-round series against the Montreal Canadiens.

In the first-round, he was all over the ice, throwing big hits and making an impact on the scoresheet.

Now, we're seeing a much quieter Ovechkin. His minutes have been cut late in games, and he's been held off the scoreboard so far in this series.

Naturally, his slowed production has fuelled speculation about a possible injury.

However, head coach Spencer Carbery has firmly denied those rumours.

According to Athlon Sports, one fan wrote, "He hasn't been as physical as in the first series. I think something is going on with his health." Another person posted, "I feel like he might have something nagging. Hasn't seemed to have the same burst but not bad."

However, Emily Bicks from Athlon Sports reports that head coach Spencer Carbery shut down these rumours before Game 3 against Carolina.

Although Spencer Carbery is known for keeping details about his under wraps, it's hard not to wonder if something is off with Ovechkin.

The drop in his ice time, lack of production, and noticeably cautious style of play all hint that he might be dealing with something behind the scenes.

For now, we'll have to wait and see how things unfold in Game 4.

More details to follow.