Alex Ovechkin could return to the Washington Capitals lineup when they visit the Toronto Maple Leafs in their first game back from the NHL’s Christmas break.

Alex Ovechkin skated by himself before Washington Capitals practice as he works to return from a broken leg.

Alex Ovechkin has a broken left fibula and is expected to be out four to six weeks.

The Washington Capitals put Alex Ovechkin on injured reserve and recalled fellow Russian winger Ivan Miroshnichenko from the minors.

Alex Ovechkin is considered week-to-week after injuring his lower left leg in the Washington Capitals' most recent game at Utah.

The United States had to come from a goal down to outclass newcomer Hungary 7-1 for its second win at the ice hockey world championship.