The New York Times5d
How many goals does Alex Ovechkin have? Capitals great now 9 away from Wayne Gretzky’s record
Alex Ovechkin will almost certainly break Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal-scoring record. Ovechkin began this season with 853 goals — 41 shy of Gretzky’s 894 — and got off to a great start ...
USA Today19d
Ovechkin vs. Gretzky: After Saturday, Caps star needs just 10 to tiey
The countdown is on with Alex Ovechkin just 11 goals from overtaking Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's career goal leader – a mark that once seemed unsurmountable and earned Gretzky the nickname The ...
The Washington Post4d
After Caps rally again, Alex Ovechkin gets closer with his 886th goal
“It’s our second game when we have a slow start,” Ovechkin said, referring to Friday’s comeback win over Detroit. “I think all four lines, kind of sleepy. But [the win] is a good feelin ...
Fox News8d
Alex Ovechkin donates to pediatric cancer research as he chases NHL history
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is in hot pursuit of hockey history, and the veteran NHL star made a commitment Wednesday that will have an impact beyond the sport. The Capitals announced ...
Newsday5d
How close is Alex Ovechkin to breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record?
Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is closing in on the NHL goals record of 894 held by Wayne Gretzky. Ovechkin has 886 goals and needs eight to tie and nine to break the record. Ovechkin ...
The Washington Post12d
Back in black, Alex Ovechkin extends scoring run by delivering game-winner
The last time the Washington Capitals wore their black screaming eagle jerseys, when the popular Reverse Retro design was their third jersey during the 2022-23 season, captain Alex Ovechkin scored ...
Today in Sports - Alex Ovechkin scores his 600th goal, 4th-fastest in NHL history to reach milestone
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