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Alex Ovechkin Says He Never Imagined He'd Be An NHL Legend, Staying Grounded As He Moves Within 8 Of Gretzky: 'Well See'
Growing up in Moscow, Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin never thought he'd be a star. He'd just hoped he had what it took to stick around in the National Hockey League.
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: Capitals star eight away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is one of the most heralded players in NHL history. The legendary forward has already etched his name in history, but he's still chasing Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record.
Gretzky planning to be in attendance as Ovechkin chases NHL’s all-time goal record
The NHL’s all-time leading goal-scorer is expected to be in attendance for Alex Ovechkin’s games as the Washington Capitals star gets closer to eclipsing the Great One’s record, according to the league.
NHL On Tap: Ovechkin resumes pursuit of Gretzky record for Capitals against Kings
Leon Draisaitl will look to extend his NHL career-high point streak to 16 games; the center has 23 points (11 goals, 12 assists) in his past 15 games for the Oilers (37-23-4). Edmonton lost 3-2 at the Buffalo Sabres on Monday after winning three of its previous four.
This is how many more goals Alex Ovechkin needs to break Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record
Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin continues to get closer to breaking a historic record of goals scored. That record has not been broken in more than three decades. The current record holder of goals scored is Wayne Gretzky with 894.
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Ovechkin's chase of Gretzky's NHL goals record ‘just unbelievable,’ Selanne says
Washington (42-14-8), which has won four in a row, is tied with the Winnipeg Jets for first in the NHL with 92 points. Selanne believes Ovechkin’s record chase is fueling the Capitals, and their success as a team is helping him as well.
Alex Ovechkin vs. Wayne Gretzky: NHL Scoring Record Odds
While Gretzky’s status is secure, his scoring record is not. At the end of February, Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin trailed Gretzky by just 11 goals, putting him in line to potentially pass Gretzky by the end of the 2024-25 season.
Alex Ovechkin scores goal, moves within 8 of breaking record
In Washington's 5-1 win over the San Jose Sharks Saturday, Alex Ovechkin scored his 887th goal, moving within eight of breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record, as the Capitals captain deflected a shot from Martin Fehervary with 9:06 left in the third period.
Alert: Alex Ovechkin scores 887th career goal to move within eight of breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record
Alex Ovechkin scores 887th career goal to move within eight of breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record. For more than a century, Times Union photographers have been documenting the Capital Region’s fascinating people,
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin gets 100% real about attention amid Wayne Gretzky chase
Washington Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin is inching closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL goals record. Ovechkin posted his 887th career goal Saturday against the San Jose Sharks. The Capitals defeated the Sharks,
Wayne Gretzky sues ex-business partner after controversy with weight loss product
The hockey legend — and NHL’s all-time goals and points leader — is suing one of his former business partners, Veera Mahajan, ...
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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 ...
Ovechkin vs. Gretzky: With goal Sunday, countdown continues for NHL scoring title
The countdown is on with Alex Ovechkin just 9 goals from overtaking Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's career goal leader – a ...
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Ovechkin career goal record chase: Tracker, highlights, more
After breaking the 800-goal barrier during the 2022-23 season, Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin now has his sights set on breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record of 894. Ovechkin ...
When San Jose Sharks played host to Wayne Gretzky’s record-tying moment
Ovechkin’s record pursuit rekindles memories of the day Gretzky scored 800th, 801st goals in San Jose to tie Gordie Howe.
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Connor McDavid joins Wayne Gretzky on illustrious short list
Connor McDavid just continues to follow in the footsteps of Edmonton Oilers great and Hockey Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky's ...
Wayne Gretzky: The Great One reflects on his legacy, Hockey culture, and life lessons amid ongoing backlash
Theo Von's latest podcast episode featuring Wayne Gretzky explores Gretzky's early life, his monumental impact on hockey, and the influence of his fat ...