Alex Ovechkin, Capitals

Ovechkin can break Gretzky's NHL all-time goals record this season, Lindros says
That is certainly true. Ovechkin scored two goals in the Washington Capitals’ 8-1 win against the St. Louis Blues on Saturday to give the forward 863 goals for his NHL career, 31 shy of Gretzky’s career mark of 894. He has scored 10 goals in his first 14 games this season. It took him 45 games to reach double-digits in goals last season.
Alex Ovechkin goal tracker: How far is Capitals star behind Wayne Gretzky's record?
And if things continue to go well this season, Ovechkin can reach a milestone once thought unreachable.From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day.
Alex Ovechkin edges closer to all-time goals lead as Caps rout Blues
Alex Ovechkin scored twice to add to his historic goal total and power the visiting Washington Capitals past the St. Louis Blues 8-1 on Saturday.
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: Capitals star 31 away from tying Wayne Gretzky for all-time record in NHL
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is grow closer to becoming one of the most heralded players in NHL history. The legendary forward already has a ton of records on the NHL history books, but there's one more still to go that could put him in the pantheon of all-time greats.
Ovechkin's pursuit of Gretzky, Capitals start discussed on 'NHL @TheRink' podcast
Alex Ovechkin 's hot streak, his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky 's NHL goal-scoring record and the Washington Capitals' strong start to the season are all topics featured in the discussion on this week's episode of the "NHL @TheRink" podcast presented by SKIP.
Alex Ovechkin shares text messages he’s gotten from Wayne Gretzky as he chases goal record
Gretzky has held the record since since March 23, 1994, when he leaped over his idol Gordie Howe (801). Ovechkin is hoping to get more texts from the Great One, maybe some advice as he gets closer to breaking the record. “I hope when it’s going to be close, he’ll give me some advice,” Ovechkin said. “But not yet.”
NHL Power Rankings: Alex Ovechkin's Capitals climbing thanks to dominant performances early
In the early days of the NHL season, there are always surprises, and some are better than others. This year, the Washington Capitals are the team turning heads for all the right reasons. In the 2023-24 season,
Alex Ovechkin with a Goal vs. St. Louis Blues
Alex Ovechkin (Washington Capitals) with a Goal vs. St. Louis Blues, 11/09/2024
Alex Ovechkin is scoring and helping teammates and Washington Capitals are off to hot start
Dec 13, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates after scoring his 800th ...
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Alex Ovechkin career goal tracker: How close is the Capitals captain to breaking Wayne Gretzky's record
There is only one name left for Alex Ovechkin to catch atop the NHL all-time goal leaderboard, and it's the greatest one of them all. One of the most exciting races in the NHL for this season ...
Alex Ovechkin tallies twice, powers Capitals past Rangers
Alex Ovechkin scored twice for the Washington Capitals in a 5-3 win against the visiting New York Rangers on Tuesday.
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How many NHL records does Ovechkin hold?
Selected as first overall pick by the Washington Capitals in the 2004 NHL Entry draft now serving as the captain for them. Ovechkin has had an inspirational journey in the NHL and has broken ...
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Alex Ovechkin is scoring and helping teammates and the Washington Capitals are off to a hot start
(AP) — Alex Ovechkin approached linemates Dylan Strome ... games to get on pace to catch and pass Wayne Gretzky for the NHL career goals mark before the end of the season — and Washington ...