Capitals, Ovechkin and Wayne Gretzky

Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: Capitals star 22 away from passing Wayne Gretzky for all-time NHL record
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is already 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.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin scores goal No. 873 in chase for Wayne Gretzky's goals record
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin scored in the 3rd period against the Nashville Predators to bring him within 21 goals of Wayne Gretzky.
Ovechkin scores 873rd career goal, Frank gets 1st as Capitals beat Predators 4-1
Alex Ovechkin had a goal and an assist, Ethen Frank got his first NHL goal and the Washington Capitals beat the Nashville Predators 4-1
Will Alexander Ovechkin Score a Goal Against the Canadiens on January 10?
The Washington Capitals’ upcoming game versus the Montreal Canadiens is slated for Friday at 7:00 PM ET. Will Alexander Ovechkin find the back of the net in this matchup? Before making a wager on any player props,
NHL roundup: Alex Ovechkin adds 872nd goal in Capitals' 7-4 win
Dylan Strome had a goal and two assists, Alex Ovechkin added his 872nd career goal and the Washington Capitals earned a 7-4 victory against the visiting New York Rangers on Saturday.
Alex Ovechkin scores his 873rd career goal on empty net
Alex Ovechkin moves 21 goals away from Wayne Gretzky's record with an empty-net goal to seal the Capitals' win. Use a Facebook account to add a comment, subject to Facebook's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
NHL Notebook: Alexander Ovechkin became the second player with 20 consecutive 20-goal seasons
A long-standing record is close to being broken. On Saturday evening, Alexander Ovechkin potted an empty net goal for his 20th of the season, giving him 873 career goals.
How many goals away is Alex Ovechkin from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s career goals record?
Alex Ovechkin is creeping ever closer to NHL history. It's been known for some time that Ovechkin has a legitimate shot at breaking Wayne Gretzky's career goals record should he stay healthy and keep up his blistering scoring pace.
Top-5: 20th consecutive season of 20 goals or more for Alex Ovechkin
It was a big Saturday for hockey yesterday in the National Hockey League, with only two teams not in action. The 30 other NHL teams were playing a game yesterday, which gave us a plethora of highlights.
Ducks brace for next road foe: Capitals and Alex Ovechkin
After an overtime win over Carolina, Ducks will try to slow one of NHL’s top teams and Ovechkin’s pursuit of Gretzky’s record ...
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NHL Buzz: Ovechkin, Dubois on same line for Capitals
The left wing practiced Monday on a line with Dubois at center and Aliaksei Protas at right wing. Ovechkin, who has 20 goals ...
Ducks take on the Capitals following overtime win
The Anaheim Ducks visit the Washington Capitals after the Ducks took down the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 in overtime.
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Watch: Alex Ovechkin continues hot goal streak with late tally against Rangers
The 39-year-old snuck a backhanded shot past New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick to give Washington a 5-3 lead in what ...
Capitals player who must be traded soon
The Capitals should be in on Elias Pettersson amid trade rumors and be willing to send top propsect Ryan Leonard the other way.
Canucks Gameday Preview #40: A Tough Matchup Against Alexander Ovechkin And The Red Hot Capitals
What a year it has been for Connor McMichael. The 2019 first round pick is up to 17 goals in 40 games and is three points ...
Capitals host the Canucks after Wilson’s 2-goal game
The Washington Capitals host the Vancouver Canucks after Tom Wilson's two-goal game against the Buffalo Sabres in the Capitals' 4-3 shootout loss.