Alex Ovechkin and 9 Other Players Who Should Get Shut Down Until the Playoffs

As reported today, Washington Capitals superstar winger Alex Ovechkin will miss seven to 10 days to rest and recover from an "undisclosed ailment."

Ovechkin is just one of a handful of players who are currently injured and will play key roles in their team's playoff fate.

Here are 10 player who should be shut down until the playoffs.

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