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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.”
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.
Watch: Alex Ovechkin scores goal No. 855, climbing closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time mark
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin has taken another step toward NHL immortality. On Wednesday, Ovechkin notched career goal No. 855, helping seal a Capitals' 6-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers.
How far is Alex Ovechkin from Wayne Gretzky’s goals record at the start of the 2024-25 NHL season?
Going into the 2024-25 NHL season, Ovechkin has 853 career goals, which puts him in second behind the Great One. Washington’s captain needs 41 goals to tie Gretzky and 42 to break the record and stand alone.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin becomes sixth player in NHL history with at least 700 assists, goals
Ovechkin's historic dish to forward Alexei Protas put Washington up 3-1, part of an offensive flurry in the second period that saw the Caps score three goals in 3:07
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.
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.
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Alex Ovechkin’s wife exposes what it’s really like to date the Great 8
The Washington Capitals have made significant changes to their lineup early into the 2024-25 season, moving Alex Ovechkin to ...
NHL legend Alex Ovechkin hits 700 assists in Washington Capitals’ win over Vegas Golden Knights
Washington Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin reached 700 career assists on Tuesday, recording two in a 4-2 win over the Vegas ...
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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 ...
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Alex Ovechkin has scored on a lot of goalies. They are in awe of him as he chases Gretzky's record
Alex Ovechkin's teammates have gotten used to him ... All eyes are on Ovechkin as he closes in on Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record of 894. He is just 42 away from breaking a mark that ...
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Former NHL coach provides major update on Alex Ovechkin's health, predicts goal tally Former NHL coach provides major update on Alex Ovechkin's health, predicts goal tally 3 major ...