Ovechkin, Wayne Gretzky and NHL

How many goals does Alex Ovechkin need to pass Wayne Gretzky? Tracking all his stats
Ovechkin, 39, entered this season needing 42 goals to break Gretzky's record of 894 career goals, which has stood since 1999. The Washington captain has 26 goals this season, with 26 games left.
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: Capitals star closing in on Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record
Ovechkin is on the verge of becoming the NHL's all-time goals leader, and he can pass Gretzky's mark of 894 before the end of season. The Capitals standout currently has 879 career goals, so he needs to rack up 16 more goals in the team's remaining 27 games in order to top Gretzky's record this season.
NHL On Tap: Ovechkin resumes Gretzky chase with Capitals against Penguins
Forward Jesper Bratt can extend his point streak to nine games when the Devils (31-20-6) host the Stars (35-18-2). The New Jersey forward has 12 points (two goals, 10 assists) on an eight-game streak. Dallas is second in the Central Division, two points ahead of the Minnesota Wild.
NHL back in action: Alex Ovechkin chases goal record, trade deadline rumors swirl
Reigning MVP Nathan MacKinnon was the 4 Nations Face-Off MVP and is leading the league in scoring this season. Leon Draisaitl, who won MVP in 2019-20, is four points back and has nine game-winning goals. Former MVP and 2023-24 runner-up Nikita Kucherov is also in the race.
Ovechkin's record chase, Columbus outdoor game and trade deadline await down stretch of NHL season
The NHL season resumes with 14 games on Saturday and 10 more Sunday with every team in action at least once this weekend coming out of the break for the massively successful 4 Nations Face-Off. The puck drops for the playoffs on April 19.
Ovechkin, Capitals to resume play with Gretzky goals chase as main event
Ovechkin will resume play when the Washington Capitals visit the Pittsburgh Penguins and Sidney Crosby (a game-time decision after returning from playing for Canada at 4 Nations) at PPG Paints Arena on Saturday (3 p.m. ET; ABC, ESPN+, SN360, TVAS) with 879 goals in his 20 NHL seasons.
Alex Ovechkin doesn't shy away from admitting his chase for Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal record
It's just a matter of time before Washington Capitals captain, icon and future Hall of Fame forward Alex Ovechkin overtakes Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record of 894.
Can Alex Ovechkin break the record? And how far can these Caps go? Ask Post Sports.
Sports columnist Barry Svrluga and Capitals beat writer Bailey Johnson take your questions at 2 p.m. ET on Monday.
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: 'The Great Eight' is 16 away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record of 894
Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin is inching closer to an NHL scoring record that many thought was unbreakable. The 39-year-old Ovechkin is within striking distance of Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record of 894.
Alex Ovechkin games left in NHL season: Will Capitals star break Wayne Gretzky's goals record in 2025?
Yet Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin is closing in on that Gretzky record. The Capitals drafted him with the first overall pick in the 2004 NHL Draft and he has been in the NHL since
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Sidney Crosby vs. Alex Ovechkin: The key stats you need to know in NHL rivalry history
The two superstars will meet for the 72nd time in the regular season Saturday as Ovechkin closes in on Wayne Gretzky's career ...
Capitals vs. Penguins FREE STREAM today: Where to watch NHL, Ovechkin, Crosby
The NHL returns from the 4-Nations Face-Off with a juicy matchup between two icons of the sport. The Capitals-Penguins game ...
After Alex Ovechkin broke his leg, some fans lashed out at a Utah Hockey Club player
The Capitals’ captain — who is now 16 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s scoring record of 894 — collided with Jack ...
Lace ’em tight, Washington: Alex Ovechkin and the Caps are in full pursuit
Washington’s hockey star chases Wayne Gretzky’s career goals record the way his team seeks the NHL’s best record: ...
Penguins coach Mike Sullivan gives final update on Sidney Crosby’s status for game vs Alex Ovechkin’s Caps
Pittsburgh Penguins head coach gave an update on the status of Sidney Crosby, who is doubtful for the NHL regular season game ...
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Ovechkin Poised to Score Big Against Pittsburgh Penguins
Alex Ovechkin is set to shine in the Capitals vs. Penguins game. Vegas backs his scoring prowess, tipping the Capitals as ...
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Healthy Malkin Talks Recovery, Crosby, and Ovechkin
The break did Evgeni Malkin a lot of good, as he is good to go for Saturday’s matchup with Washington after missing six ...
Ovechkin Refreshed & Recovered After Break, Ready For Big Back Half With Capitals: 'He's Serious About Putting Himself In A Good Spot'
The Capitals captain enters the final part of the season just 16 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's record.