Alex Ovechkin Surpasses Wayne Gretzky’s NHL Goals Record
Alex Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals' star forward, has officially eclipsed Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record. Ovechkin reached his 895th career goal, surpassing Gretzky's long-standing mark of 894, a milestone that many thought would remain unbroken.
The historic moment occurred during a game against the New York Islanders, sending fans and the hockey community into a frenzy. The anticipation leading up to Ovechkin's record-breaking goal saw a significant spike in ticket prices for Capitals games, with fans eager to witness history in the making.
Ovechkin's journey to this record has been filled with memorable moments, from his early days in the NHL to his consistent performance over the years. His achievement not only cements his legacy as one of the greatest players in the sport but also reignites discussions about the greatest goal scorers in NHL history.
The sports world is abuzz with reactions, with many praising Ovechkin's dedication and skill. This record-breaking feat is a testament to his enduring impact on the game and his place in hockey lore.
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Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky's NHL all-time career goals record. Alex Ovechkin celebrates after scoring his 895th career goal during the second period against the New York Islanders to become the NHL all-time goals leader.
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ELMONT, N.Y. -- Alex Ovechkin is the NHL's new goal-scoring king. The Washington Capitals left wing scored his 895th goal to surpass Wayne Gretzky for the most in NHL history against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on Sunday.
When did Gretzky break Howe's record?
Gretzky broke Howe's NHL goals record of 801 on March 23, 1994, against the Vancouver Canucks. Gretzky said to NHL.com this week he doesn't remember exactly what Howe said to him other than, 'I'm proud of you.' The red pin was visible on TV as Gretzky spoke on the ice as the game paused to recognize history.
How many points did Wayne Gretzky have?
“Gretzky has set the bar so high, it's unlikely his records for … deep breath … points scored (2,857), goals (894), assists (1,963), goals in a season (92) and points in a season (215), just to name a few — we could go on … quickest to 50 goals in a season, most assists in a season, most 100-point seasons — will ever ...
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