Washington Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goal-scoring record on Sunday, and a moment with teammate Nicklas Backstrom brought out nostalgic feelings.

Tom Wilson holding court in one corner. John Carlson in another. Nicklas Backstrom on a bench. T.J. Oshie nearby. The four Capitals who have been along for the Ovechkin ride the longest reveling ...

His ability to deliver in key moments earned him admiration league-wide. Nicklas Backstrom, the longest-tenured Capital honored, has been the quiet engine behind the team’s success. A masterful ...