NHL, Alex Ovechkin and Capitals

Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: Capitals star closing in on 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 already has a ton of records on the NHL history books, but he's still chasing Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record.
NHL back in action: Alex Ovechkin chases goal record, trade deadline rumors swirl
Reigning MVP Nathan MacKinnon was the 4 Nations Face-Off MVP and is leading the league in scoring this season. Leon Draisaitl, who won MVP in 2019-20, is four points back and has nine game-winning goals. Former MVP and 2023-24 runner-up Nikita Kucherov is also in the race.
Alex Ovechkin games left in NHL season: Will Capitals star break Wayne Gretzky's goals record in 2025?
Yet Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin is closing in on that Gretzky record. The Capitals drafted him with the first overall pick in the 2004 NHL Draft and he has been in the NHL since
Ovechkin, Capitals to resume play with Gretzky goals chase as main event
Ovechkin will resume play when the Washington Capitals visit the Pittsburgh Penguins and Sidney Crosby (a game-time decision after returning from playing for Canada at 4 Nations) at PPG Paints Arena on Saturday (3 p.m. ET; ABC, ESPN+, SN360, TVAS) with 879 goals in his 20 NHL seasons.
Alexander Ovechkin Reveals True Feelings About Possibly Breaking Wayne Gretzky's Record
Ovechkin commenced his career with two goals in his first game on NHL ice when Washington Capitals faced off against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Oct. 5, 2005. Since then, he has racked up tons of goals, so much so that he's now on track to pass Wayne Gretzky’s goal record of 894 this season.
Ovechkin's record chase, Columbus outdoor game and trade deadline await down stretch of NHL season
The NHL season resumes with 14 games on Saturday and 10 more Sunday with every team in action at least once this weekend coming out of the break for the massively successful 4 Nations Face-Off. The puck drops for the playoffs on April 19.
Ovechkin back at practice with Capitals, set to resume Gretzky goals chase
Heading into the Capitals’ final 27 games, Ovechkin has 879 goals during his 20 NHL seasons, including 26 goals in 39 games this season, leaving him 16 from breaking Wayne Gretzky ’s League record of 894. Ovechkin insisted that record wasn’t on his mind during the break, though.
Hellebuyck for Hart? Betting storylines to watch as the NHL resumes
Alex Ovechkin's record chase and Connor Hellebuyck's season have captured the attention of bettors. Here's where the NHL ...
Penguins coach Mike Sullivan gives final update on Sidney Crosby’s status for game vs Alex Ovechkin’s Caps
Pittsburgh Penguins head coach gave an update on the status of Sidney Crosby, who is doubtful for the NHL regular season game ...
After Alex Ovechkin broke his leg, some fans lashed out at a Utah Hockey Club player
The Capitals’ captain — who is now 16 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s scoring record of 894 — collided with Jack ...
In The NHL, Hitting Takes Its Toll. At 39, Alex Ovechkin Is Still Throwing His Weight Around — And Loving It
Even at 39 years old, Ovechkin still likes to get physical. The 6-foot-3, 238-pound winger knows that a hit can lead to a ...
Alex Ovechkin disses NHL for the absence of Russian players in 4 Nations Face-Off
Alex Ovechkin criticizes the NHL for excluding Russian players from the Four Nations Faceoff, jeopardizing Russia's ...
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NHL Morning Skate for Feb. 22
A total of 16.1 million viewers across North America tuned in for the epic overtime thriller between Canada and USA in the 4 ...
Ovechkin Refreshed & Recovered After Break, Ready For Big Back Half With Capitals: 'He's Serious About Putting Himself In A Good Spot'
The Capitals captain enters the final part of the season just 16 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's record.