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Alex Ovechkin goal tracker: Capitals star pursuing Wayne Gretzky's record
And if things go well this season and next, 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.
To top Gretzky’s record, Alex Ovechkin needs to overcome one thing he can’t control: His age
The second half of last season builds some confidence for Ovechkin’s chances of breaking the record this year, and his two previous years add even more oomph behind that. But his start to last year casts some doubt on whether he can break Gretzky’s record this season.
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.”
Wayne Gretzky Supports Capitals' Alex Ovechkin in Goal Race
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is closing in on one of Wayne Gretzky's records and The Great One is supportive of the chase.
Alex Ovechkin hits milestone vs. Flyers amid Wayne Gretzky record chase
Alex Ovechkin scored his 50th career goal against the Philadelphia Flyers in a 6-3 win on Wednesday night — and the Washington Capitals superstar joined an exclusive club in the process. “Alex Ovechkin scores his 855th career goal to make it 6-3.
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Vasilevskiy prepares for matchup against Ovechkin and the Capitals
The 39-year-old Ovechkin has built a career on stashing pucks behind NHL goalies, even those at the top of the game. Ovechkin ...
Alex Ovechkin all-time goals record tracker: Capitals star 39 away from tying Wayne Gretzky
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is closing in on being one of the most accomplished players in NHL history. As the ...
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Alexander Ovechkin Player Prop Bets for the Capitals vs. Lightning Game – October 26
Alexander Ovechkin will be on the ice when the Washington Capitals and Tampa Bay Lightning meet on Saturday, October 26, 2024 ...
What's More Realistic For Alex Ovechkin This Season: NHL Goals Record Or The Stanley Cup?
Alex Ovechkin's Washington Capitals even coming close to the Stanley Cup this year seemed unlikely, but the team's winning ...
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Gretzky believes 'it's just a matter of time' when Ovechkin breaks NHL goal record
Gretzky, who retired in 1999 after 20 NHL seasons, has long contended that Ovechkin has a good chance to break his goal ...
Flyers' Matvei Michkov breaks silence ahead of 1st game vs. Alex Ovechkin
The Flyers and Capitals play on Tuesday, which means Russian rookie Matvei Michkov will face Alex Ovechkin for the first time ...
Alex Ovechkin is shifting to right wing for the Capitals’ second game of the season
Alex Ovechkin is set to play right wing in the Washington Capitals' second game of the season Tuesday against Vegas.
Matvei Michkov honored to go against ‘one of the greatest players ever’ in countryman Alex Ovechkin
Michkov, 19, says he grew up watching "The Great 8," who at 39 years old is just 40 goals shy of the NHL's all-time record.
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Michkov ready for ‘honor’ of facing Ovechkin when Flyers host Capitals
Michkov, the Philadelphia Flyers rookie forward, will get his first opportunity to see Ovechkin in action in person when the ...