What's More Realistic For Alex Ovechkin This Season

Alex Ovechkin goal tracker: Capitals star pursuing Wayne Gretzky's record
And if things go well this season and next, Ovechkin can reach a milestone once thought unreachable.From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day.
Alex Ovechkin shares text messages he’s gotten from Wayne Gretzky as he chases goal record
Gretzky has held the record since since March 23, 1994, when he leaped over his idol Gordie Howe (801). Ovechkin is hoping to get more texts from the Great One, maybe some advice as he gets closer to breaking the record. “I hope when it’s going to be close, he’ll give me some advice,” Ovechkin said. “But not yet.”
What's More Realistic For Alex Ovechkin This Season: NHL Goals Record Or The Stanley Cup?
Alex Ovechkin's Washington Capitals even coming close to the Stanley Cup this year seemed unlikely, but the team's winning games despite his shortage of goals.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin makes surprising revelation about pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's NHL record
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin had a shocking admission about Wayne Gretzky amid pursuit of his NHL scoring record.
Gretzky believes 'it's just a matter of time' when Ovechkin breaks NHL goal record
Gretzky, who retired in 1999 after 20 NHL seasons, has long contended that Ovechkin has a good chance to break his goal record. It's become more real, Ovechkin has narrowed the gap between them in recent seasons and the 39-year-old left wing began this season within striking distance, needing 42 goals.
To top Gretzky’s record, Alex Ovechkin needs to overcome one thing he can’t control: His age
The second half of last season builds some confidence for Ovechkin’s chances of breaking the record this year, and his two previous years add even more oomph behind that. But his start to last year casts some doubt on whether he can break Gretzky’s record this season.
NHL news: Wayne Gretzky, Alex Ovechkin vocal on historic record chase
Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin is only 41 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's record -- and The Great One wants him to.
Alex Ovechkin is shifting to right wing for the Capitals’ second game of the season
Alex Ovechkin is set to play right wing in the Washington Capitals' second game of the season Tuesday against Vegas.
Alex Ovechkin all-time goals record tracker: Capitals star 39 away from tying Wayne Gretzky
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is closing in on being one of the most accomplished players in NHL history. As the 2024-25 season gets underway, Ovechkin is on the verge of becoming the NHL's all-time goals leader.
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