Alex Ovechkin, Capitals and Wayne Gretzky

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.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin reaches new NHL milestone amid Wayne Gretzky chase
Capitals forward and future Hall of Famer Alex Ovechkin is getting closer and closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time record!
Alex Ovechkin Could Break Gretzky’s All-Time Goals Record In 2024-25
With seven goals in his first 11 games, Alex Ovechkin is comfortably on track to reach 895 career goals this season as captain of the revitalized Washington Capitals.
Alex Ovechkin scores his 858th goal and is on pace to break Wayne Gretzky's record this season
Ovechkin scored his 858th career goal Thursday night against the Montreal Canadiens, putting him 37 away from breaking Gretzky's NHL record before the end of this season. He entered this season 42 away from breaking a mark that long seemed unapproachable.
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.”
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: Capitals star 34 away from tying Wayne Gretzky for all-time record in NHL
With the 2024-25 season now in progress, Ovechkin is on the verge of becoming the NHL's all-time goals leader. Ovechkin can pass Wayne Gretzky's mark (894) during the 2024-25 regular season. The Capitals standout currently has 860 career goals,
Ovechkin closing in on Gretzky’s record with current goal streak for Capitals
Alex Ovechkin is on another hot streak and setting an early pace toward potentially making history before the season ends. Ovechkin has five goals during a four-game goal streak he'll carry into the Washington Capitals' game against the Nashville Predators at Capital One Arena on Wednesday (7 p.
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin pulls off rare NHL feat last seen in 1980-81
The Washington Capitals have raced out to a hot start in the 2024-24 campaign, as they have racked up wins in eight of their first 10 games to put them atop the Metropolitan Division for the time being.
Ovechkin named NHL’s First Star of the Week for scoring 5 goals in 4 games
Alex Ovechkin is off to a hot start. The Washington Capitals’ 39-year-old captain was named the NHL’s First Star of the Week on Monday after scoring an NHL-best five goals in four games.
Around the NHL: Alexander Ovechkin scored his 860th goal on Sunday
As is the case with many league stats, Wayne Gretzky has the most goals in a career in the history of the league with 894. However, it’s almost a guarantee that Alexander Ovechkin will surpass him before the end of his career,
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Wayne Gretzky narrates the untold story of Patrick Kane almost being drafted into now-defunct NHL franchise
NHL legend Wayne Gretzky served as the Phoenix Coyotes coach of the then-active team from 2005 to 2009. Unbeknownst to many, the Great One had almost coached superstar Patrick Kane while he ...
Dustin Johnson’s wife Paulina Gretzky wows in ‘extra dirty’ miniskirt, crop top fit
The 35-year-old daughter of hockey legend Wayne Gretzky shows off her stunning physique in a jaw-dropping look.
Wayne Gretzky Rookie Card Case Heading to Auction With Likely Hefty Price Tag
Wayne Gretzky remains one of the most hallowed names in professional hockey, and a pricey piece of merchandise from a pivotal part of the NHL star's career is about to hit the auction block. According ...
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Wayne Gretzky reveals he was "genuinely nervous" returning to play against Oilers after shocking trade to Kings in 1988
Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky opened up about how nervous he was to face his former team, the Edmonton Oilers, after being traded to the Los Angeles Kings in 1988.
Who Is Wayne Gretzky’s Wife? All About Janet Jones
Wayne Gretzky has been married to his wife, Janet Jones, since 1988. Here’s everything to know about Wayne Gretzky’s wife.
DGB Mailbag: Thoughts on the red-hot Jets, Gretzky to the Red Wings and The Amulet
It's mailbag time. Which early-season storylines were on your mind? What kind of whacky hypotheticals were you able to dream ...
Ovechkin scores his 861st career goal as the Capitals hand the struggling Predators another loss
Alex Ovechkin scored the go-ahead goal midway through the third period to reach 861 in his career and help the Washington Capitals beat the Nashville Predators 3-2 ...