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Has Alex Ovechkin changed this postseason, or have perceptions of him changed?

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin has taken center stage throughout the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs, not only for his scoring exploits, but also his open displays of emotion. Is this any different than in postseasons past?

Has Ovechkin actually changed his game this postseason, or have perceptions about him changed?

Greg Wyshynski, senior hockey writer: I think it's more perception of what Alex Ovechkin has accomplished this postseason than any material change in his game, with one caveat that we'll address in a moment.