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Alex Ovechkin scores goal No. 873, draws closer to record
Ovechkin, 39, entered the season 42 short of breaking Gretzky's career record of 894 goals. The Russian, in his 20th NHL season, was on pace to get to 895 in February before breaking his left leg in a shin-on-shin collision in November. He missed 16 games but resumed his pursuit after the Christmas break.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin scores goal No. 873 in chase for Wayne Gretzky's goals record
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin scored in the 3rd period against the Nashville Predators to bring him within 21 goals of Wayne Gretzky.
Alex Ovechkin is on track to break Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record
Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is closing in on the NHL career goals record of 894 held by Wayne Gretzky. Ovechkin has 873 goals and needs 22 to set a new record.
Top-5: 20th consecutive season of 20 goals or more for Alex Ovechkin
It was a big Saturday for hockey yesterday in the National Hockey League, with only two teams not in action. The 30 other NHL teams were playing a game yesterday, which gave us a plethora of highlights.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin: Moves closer to Gretzky's record
Ovechkin is now 22 markers away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record of 894 goals with 39 games remaining in 2024-25. The Russian winger is up to 20 goals, 32 points and a plus-13 rating through 27 appearances.
Ranking the best and worst games for Alex Ovechkin to break Wayne Gretzky’s goals record
At this point, the record falling looks imminent. But when? Now that's an interesting and possibly infuriating question.
Ovechkin scores 873rd career goal, Frank gets 1st as Capitals beat Predators 4-1
Alex Ovechkin had a goal and an assist, Ethen Frank got his first NHL goal and the Washington Capitals beat the Nashville Predators 4-1.
Alex Ovechkin scores his 873rd career goal on empty net
Alex Ovechkin moves 21 goals away from Wayne Gretzky's record with an empty-net goal to seal the Capitals' win. Use a Facebook account to add a comment, subject to Facebook's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
More GR8NESS: Alex Ovechkin Hits 20 Goals For 20th Consecutive Season As He Continues Pursuit Of Wayne Gretzky
After blocking a shot, Ovechkin jumped on the loose puck and took it all the way down the ice for his 20th goal of the season. Related: Takeaways: Frank & Defense Shine, Ovechkin Makes More History As Capitals Bounce Back With Important Win Over Predators Ovechkin is now just the second player in NHL history,
Ovechkin reaches 20 goals for 20th straight season
Alex Ovechkin became the second player in NHL history to score at least 20 goals in 20 straight seasons when he scored his 20th against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena on Saturday. Gordie Howe is the only player with more consecutive 20-goal seasons,
Watch: Alex Ovechkin joins illustrious list with 20th goal of season
Just when fans were beginning to think Alex Ovechkin's stick was going cold, the Washington Capitals captain reminded them he's still on the road to history.
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NHL Buzz: Ovechkin, Dubois on same line for Capitals
The left wing practiced Monday on a line with Dubois at center and Aliaksei Protas at right wing. Ovechkin, who has 20 goals ...
Ducks brace for next road foe: Capitals and Alex Ovechkin
After an overtime win over Carolina, Ducks will try to slow one of NHL’s top teams and Ovechkin’s pursuit of Gretzky’s record.
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The Sidney Crosby-Alexander Ovechkin rivalry was born 20 years ago in Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS — The NHL was in a bitter lockout 20 years ago, one that eventually led to the cancellation of the entire season.
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Alex Ovechkin career goal tracker: How close is the Capitals captain to breaking Wayne Gretzky's record
There is only one name left for Alex Ovechkin to catch atop the NHL all-time goal leaderboard, and it's the greatest one of them all. One of the most exciting races in the NHL for this season is ...
Canucks Gameday Preview #40: A Tough Matchup Against Alexander Ovechkin And The Red Hot Capitals
What a year it has been for Connor McMichael. The 2019 first round pick is up to 17 goals in 40 games and is three points ...