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Alex Ovechkin Sets Record, Approaching Wayne Gretzky’s 894-Goal Mark

With his overtime goal on Thursday, Alex Ovechkin has now scored against 179 different goalies in his NHL career — more than any other player.

The New York Times · 15h

The best Alexander Ovechkin cards to collect as he approaches the NHL scoring record

Alex Ovechkin is knocking on the door of hockey history and the title of the greatest scorer the sport has ever seen. The Washington Capitals legend is closing in on breaking the NHL scoring record of 894 career goals currently held by “The Great One” Wayne Gretzky.

The Boston Globe · 1d

Alex Ovechkin scores overtime winner in Ottawa to close on Wayne Gretzky, push Capitals atop NHL

The 39-year-old winger took a pass from Rasmus Sandin on a 2-on-1 breakaway and fired it past rookie Leevi Merilainen, the record 179th goaltender he's scored on.

Who joins Wayne Gretzky? Vincent Trochek, Sam Reinhart name their Top-3 NHL players of all time

While the NHL has seen countless talents and superstars, there is no question Wayne Gretzky is among the best. Vincent ...

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Alex Ovechkin career goal tracker: How close is the Capitals captain to breaking Wayne Gretzky's record

One of the most exciting races in the NHL for this season is Ovechkin's chase to break Wayne Gretzky's goal ... However, he did earn the Calder as Rookie of the Year. The Great 8 has gone on ...

When Could Ovechkin Pass Gretzky? Capitals Captain Leads NHL In Goals Per Game & Coming Off Yet Another Record: 'It's Pretty Cool'

At the age of 39 and 21 goals away from passing Wayne Gretzky, Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin has the best ...

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