NHL reveals initial All-Stars, including Alex Ovechkin, Sidney Crosby

The NHL began revealing its 2022-23 All-Star rosters Thursday night, with familiar faces Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby making the list.

Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals' goal-scoring machine, was selected to his 13th career All-Star Game. Crosby, the Pittsburgh Penguins' superstar, was named to his ninth.

The NHL revamped its All-Star selection process this season. In the past, fans voted for the four team captains a