Washington Capitals’ captain Alex Ovechkin is on the brink of making NHL history, now just two goals shy of tying Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record of 894 career goals. Ovechkin notched his 892nd goal during a power play in the Capitals’ recent 5-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. This achievement places him nearly certain of eclipsing a milestone once deemed unattainable.
Ovechkin’s pursuit of this record is particularly noteworthy given his consistent performance over a 20-season career, all with Washington. At 39, he remains a dominant force on the ice, leading the league in shots on goal and showcasing an enduring scoring prowess.
The Capitals are set to face the Chicago Blackhawks in their next game. If Ovechkin scores two goals over his next two games, he will tie Gretzky’s record in the same number of games that Gretzky played, underscoring the remarkable parallel in their careers.
With seven games remaining in the regular season, Ovechkin has multiple opportunities to surpass the record. Fans and analysts alike are closely monitoring his progress, anticipating the moment he cements his legacy as the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer and one of the greats ever to play the game.
