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Alex Ovechkin is this generation's greatest goal scorer, but is he still elite?

He's the greatest goal scorer of this generation, but are Alex Ovechkin's best days finally behind him?

Jan 11, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the second period at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

He's the greatest goal scorer of this generation, but are Alex Ovechkin's best days finally behind him?

The Capitals superstar winger had scored 50+ goals in his age 28, 29, and 30 seasons, but dipped to just 33 goals this year. After a postseason where he wasn't his usual self, possibly due to injury, many are wondering if Ovechkin can still be considered elite?

Truth is, despite some slippage in his game, a statistical analysis of Ovechkin shows he's still among the league's very best. He may just be paying a price due to the reputation he set for himself as the game's most dynamic scorer.

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