His long connection to Russian President Vladimir Putin complicates Alex Ovechkin's legacy in the eyes of some.

As Ovechkin continues his goal chase, teammates like Aliaksei Protas inject humor into the situation. Despite a three-game losing streak, the Capitals are focused on maintaining their top position ...

Here's everything to know about tickets, parking and more for the Capitals vs. Hurricanes hockey game as Alex Ovechkin ...

Alex Ovechkin is now five goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record after scoring the 890th of his career in the ...

Alexander Ovechkin scores an empty-netter with 0. ... The goal was assisted by Aliaksei Protas and Pierre-Luc Dubois. Alex Ovechkin comes one goal closer to the record after scoring an empty ...

Currently, Alexander Ovechkin stands a mere five goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky's legendary NHL record of 894 goals. However, as the Washington Capitals struggle with recent setbacks, ...

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin scored his 891st career goal and needs four to pass Wayne Gretzky's record. Highlights ...

Alex Ovechkin scored Wednesday and needs three goals to break Wayne Gretzky's record. Highlights from Capitals-Hurricanes game: ...

Alexander Ovechkin must come down ... In the gaze of every eye, Ovechkin floats alone. Aliaksei Protas spots him at the edge of the net, and the puck moves to The Great Eight’s mass.

“Right now, we lost three in a row," Ovechkin said ... the 39-year-old said it was Aliaksei Protas' shorthanded tally at the start of the period that sparked the rally.