Alex Ovechkin is just 12 goals shy of surpassing Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL career goals record. How many hat tricks does ...

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Washington Capitals legend Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record has been one of the driving narratives of this NHL season, but he’s already made more history.

Through 42 games, Ovechkin is averaging 17:45 per game. He has 30 goals this season and is charging toward Wayne Gretzky’s ...

Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss Capitals’ legend Alex Ovechkin nearing Wayne Gretzky’s all-time career goals tally.

The Washington Capitals will face an unusual challenge against the visiting St. Louis Blues on Thursday night.

The Washington Capitals may be one of the top teams in the NHL, but their captain Alex Ovechkin continues to chase down one of the most notable records in the l ...

How many career goals does Alex Ovechkin have? Ovechkin has 883 career goals. How many goals does Alex Ovechkin need to pass Wayne Gretzky? Ovechkin needs 12 goals to break Gretzk ...

Alex Ovechkin cannot stop scoring goals. The Great 8 is rapidly chasing down Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal-scoring record.

With Alex Ovechkin now just 12 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time mark, conversations have begun about how and when exactly it could happen.

Another game, another milestone for Alex Ovechkin. The Great Eight scored his 30th goal of the season in a 3-1 loss to the ...

And his faith in the 27-year-old was rewarded, as Vladar was excellent in stopping 26-of-27 saves and helping the Flames (28-21-8) to an impressive 3-1 win over the Capitals (38-12-8).