Alex Ovechkin's Stellar Season

For Alex Ovechkin, a historic record chase comes to the forefront
Through 12 games, Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin has eight goals and is on a five-game scoring streak.
Alex Ovechkin's Stellar Season: Eyes on Gretzky’s Record
At 39, Alex Ovechkin has scored 10 goals in 14 games so far this season, fueling MVP discussions as he chases Wayne Gretzky's record for career goals.
Ovechkin can break Gretzky's NHL all-time goals record this season, Lindros says
That is certainly true. Ovechkin scored two goals in the Washington Capitals’ 8-1 win against the St. Louis Blues on Saturday to give the forward 863 goals for his NHL career, 31 shy of Gretzky’s career mark of 894. He has scored 10 goals in his first 14 games this season. It took him 45 games to reach double-digits in goals last season.
‘He just loves goals’: Inside Alex Ovechkin’s record chase
To see him at work, this strange blend of natural ease and intense concentration, you wouldn't guess that Alex Ovechkin is chasing history. You'd imagine he'd already written it. From teammates to opponents,
Alex Ovechkin Could Break Wayne Gretzky’s Goal Record in Early 2025
Alexander Ovechkin has scored 10 goals in 14 games. The Washington Capitals captain could overtake Gretzky's scoring record this season.
Alex Ovechkin scores his 858th goal and is on pace to break Wayne Gretzky’s record this season
Alex Ovechkin is now on track to break Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record this season. Ovechkin scored his 858th goal in the Washington Capitals' ninth game to move into a 45-goal pace.
GAMEDAY: Maple Leafs get first dose of Alex Ovechkin and Capitals this season
The Maple Leafs know they’re going to have to worry about Alex Ovechkin — he has 10 goals in 14 games — as he steams toward breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL-record 894 goals. Toronto might want to keep an eye on Mississauga native Dylan Strome as well.
Pro hockey is a young man’s game, unless you’re Alex Ovechkin
At 39, Alex Ovechkin remains a relentless goal scorer, and his teammates ‘don’t think there’ll ever be anybody like him again ...
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Chris Tanev believes Auston Matthews could eventually surpass Alex Ovechkin in career goals
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev believes that Auston Matthews could one day overtake Alex Ovechkin as the NHL’s ...
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Nashville Predators lose 3-2 to Capitals after career goal No. 861 for Alex Ovechkin
The Nashville Predators lost 3-2 to the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night after Alex Ovechkin's go-ahead goal in the ...
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin pulls off rare NHL feat last seen in 1980-81
And once again, Alex Ovechkin has played a huge role in helping the Caps get out of the gates fast, and he accomplished ...
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Can the Maple Leafs Stop Ovechkin & the Capitals?
After a disappointing 3-0 loss to the Ottawa Senators, the Toronto Maple Leafs will look to bounce back as they visit the ...
Alex Ovechkin edges closer to all-time goals lead as Caps rout Blues
Alex Ovechkin scored twice to add to his historic goal total and power the visiting Washington Capitals past the St. Louis ...
Strome Credits Backstrom As He Thrives In Role As Ovechkin's Center: 'Lots To Learn From Him'
Strome also credited Backstrom for his support as he's found a home in D.C. over the last two and a half seasons. The two ...
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The Daily: Ovechkin’s Chase, Datsyuk’s Big Day
Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s goal-scoring record has quietly been going on for years now. The pursuit is ...