Alex Ovechkin, Capitals and Wayne Gretzky

Alex Ovechkin goal tracker: How far is Capitals star behind Wayne Gretzky's record?
And if things continue to go well this season, Ovechkin can reach a milestone once thought unreachable.From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day.
Alex Ovechkin Could Break Gretzky’s All-Time Goals Record In 2024-25
With seven goals in his first 11 games, Alex Ovechkin is comfortably on track to reach 895 career goals this season as captain of the revitalized Washington Capitals.
Wayne Gretzky Supports Capitals' Alex Ovechkin in Goal Race
The Washington Capitals have built a solid 5-1-0 start to kick off the 2024-25 season. After a surprise appearance in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Capital
Alex Ovechkin shares text messages he’s gotten from Wayne Gretzky as he chases goal record
Gretzky has held the record since since March 23, 1994, when he leaped over his idol Gordie Howe (801). Ovechkin is hoping to get more texts from the Great One, maybe some advice as he gets closer to breaking the record. “I hope when it’s going to be close, he’ll give me some advice,” Ovechkin said. “But not yet.”
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: Capitals star 34 away from tying Wayne Gretzky for all-time record in NHL
With the 2024-25 season now in progress, Ovechkin is on the verge of becoming the NHL's all-time goals leader. Ovechkin can pass Wayne Gretzky's mark (894) during the 2024-25 regular season. The Capitals standout currently has 860 career goals,
Ovechkin closing in on Gretzky’s record with current goal streak for Capitals
Alex Ovechkin is on another hot streak and setting an early pace toward potentially making history before the season ends. Ovechkin has five goals during a four-game goal streak he'll carry into the Washington Capitals' game against the Nashville Predators at Capital One Arena on Wednesday (7 p.
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin pulls off rare NHL feat last seen in 1980-81
The Washington Capitals have raced out to a hot start in the 2024-24 campaign, as they have racked up wins in eight of their first 10 games to put them atop the Metropolitan Division for the time being.
Ovechkin named NHL’s First Star of the Week for scoring 5 goals in 4 games
Alex Ovechkin is off to a hot start. The Washington Capitals’ 39-year-old captain was named the NHL’s First Star of the Week on Monday after scoring an NHL-best five goals in four games.
Around the NHL: Alexander Ovechkin scored his 860th goal on Sunday
As is the case with many league stats, Wayne Gretzky has the most goals in a career in the history of the league with 894. However, it’s almost a guarantee that Alexander Ovechkin will surpass him before the end of his career,
Wayne Gretzky Rookie Card Case Heading to Auction With Likely Hefty Price Tag
Wayne Gretzky remains one of the most hallowed names in professional hockey, and a pricey piece of merchandise from a pivotal ...
Wayne Gretzky Shared Incredible Patrick Kane Story On TV Before Blackhawks Vs Red Wings
The Chicago Blackhawks took on the Detroit Red Wings at United Center on Wednesday night. On National TV, Wayne Gretzky shared an incredible story before the game.
Wayne Gretzky rookie card case going back to auction after $3 million unpaid tab
After downing Red Bulls to stay up late and win the initial auction, Jack Arshawsky told the CBC in April that his passion for the hobby went away when he saw the reaction of others who lost out on ...
Sportskeeda1d
Wayne Gretzky and family attend Donald Trump's election night private party with Elon Musk, others celebs in attendance
With the U.S. presidential elections underway, NHL legend Wayne Gretzky and his family were seen attending a prominent Republican Party gathering hosted by Donald Trump.
Who Is Wayne Gretzky’s Wife? All About Janet Jones
Wayne Gretzky and his wife, Janet Jones, share a love of sports, five children and more than 30 years of marriage.
Dustin Johnson’s wife Paulina Gretzky wows in ‘extra dirty’ miniskirt, crop top fit
The 35-year-old daughter of hockey legend Wayne Gretzky shows off her stunning physique in a jaw-dropping look.
Sporting News4d
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 record. The Great One's mark of 894 has stood for over nearly three decades, and it was ...
TheHockey Writers2d
Nathan MacKinnon Matches Wayne Gretzky Record With Season-Opening Point Streak
In doing so, he became the second player in NHL history with multiple season-opening point streaks of at least 12 games, ...