NHL, Capitals and Alex Ovechkin

NHL On Tap: Ovechkin continues pursuit of Gretzky for Capitals against Oilers
Macklin Celebrini has 40 points (17 goals, 23 assists) in 45 games for the Sharks (15-35-7) and is two behind Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson (42 points; three goals, 39 assists) for the NHL rookie scoring lead.
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: Capitals star closing in on Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record
Ovechkin is on the verge of becoming the NHL's all-time goals leader, and he can pass Gretzky's mark of 894 before the end of season. The Capitals standout currently has 879 career goals, so he needs to rack up 16 more goals in the team's remaining 27 games in order to top Gretzky's record this season.
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.
NHL On Tap: Ovechkin resumes Gretzky chase with Capitals against Penguins
Forward Jesper Bratt can extend his point streak to nine games when the Devils (31-20-6) host the Stars (35-18-2). The New Jersey forward has 12 points (two goals, 10 assists) on an eight-game streak. Dallas is second in the Central Division, two points ahead of the Minnesota Wild.
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.
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.
How far is Alex Ovechkin from Wayne Gretzky's career NHL goals?
Wayne Gretzky's career NHL goals record of 894 goals is on the verge of being surpassed by Alex Ovechkin, who currently has 879 goals. With 27 games l
Alex Ovechkin doesn't shy away from admitting his chase for Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal record
It's just a matter of time before Washington Capitals captain, icon and future Hall of Fame forward Alex Ovechkin overtakes Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record of 894.
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: 'The Great Eight' is 16 away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record of 894
Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin is inching closer to an NHL scoring record that many thought was unbreakable. The 39-year-old Ovechkin is within striking distance of Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record of 894.
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
The 4 Nations Face-Off is over, and the hockey world will turn its attention next to the Stanley Cup Playoff races and Alex Ovechkin ’s chase of Wayne Gretzky =’s NHL record of 894 goals. 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.
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: 'The Great Eight' is 15 away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record of 894
The 39-year-old Ovechkin is within striking distance of Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record of 894. "The Great One" ...
How many goals does Alex Ovechkin need to pass Wayne Gretzky? Tracking all his stats
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is entering the stretch run after the 4 Nations Face-Off break with a chance to pass Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goal record before season's end. ...
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 ...
Capitals vs. Penguins FREE STREAM today: Where to watch NHL, Ovechkin, Crosby
The NHL returns from the 4-Nations Face-Off with a juicy matchup between two icons of the sport. The Capitals-Penguins game ...
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 ...
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Sidney Crosby vs. Alex Ovechkin: The key stats you need to know in NHL rivalry history
The two superstars will meet for the 72nd time in the regular season Saturday as Ovechkin closes in on Wayne Gretzky's career ...
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.