Alex On Twitter as Ovie8

 By Forechecker, Kukla's Korner, Jan. 19, 2009:

Now, the NHL has its first star representation in the Twitterverse; this is from Michael DiLorenzo, the NHL’s Director of Corporate Communications and a regular presence on Twitter:

So here’s the big news: we’ve convinced Alex Ovechkin to Tweet leading up to the All-Star Game. Follow him @ovi8. It’s legit.

umassdilo or Michael DiLorenzo, the NHL’s Director of Corporate Communications:

Please welcome Alexander Ovechkin to Twitter! He's @ovi8. Many thanks to Nate @washcaps for making this come to life. 100% legit.
half a minute ago from web

Alex On Twitter as Ovie8:

Name: Alex Ovechkin
Location: Washington, DC
Web: http://www.alexovechkin8.com/
Bio: I am a proud Russian and Washington Capital

• Big win last night on a sick shot by Semin. Now we're in Long Island with 2 games left before the break.
  about 13 hours ago from web


• Thought I'd use this to give you quick updates as I go to the Breakaway Challenge and All-Star Game. For now, big game tonight vs. Boston.
  12:46 PM Jan 17th from web