He was also named to the NHL First All - Star Team , the first rookie to receive the honor in 15 years .
Ovechkin 's point total was the second - best in Washington Capitals history and his goals total tied for third in franchise history .
Ovechkin was also named to the NHL First All - Star Team , the first rookie to receive the honor in 15 years .
Ovechkin 's point total was the second - best in Washington Capitals history and his goals total tied for third in franchise history .