Wayne Gretzky, Alex Ovechkin vocal on historic record chase

Gretzky believes 'it's just a matter of time' when Ovechkin breaks NHL goal record
Gretzky, who retired in 1999 after 20 NHL seasons, has long contended that Ovechkin has a good chance to break his goal record. It's become more real, Ovechkin has narrowed the gap between them in recent seasons and the 39-year-old left wing began this season within striking distance, needing 42 goals.
Alex Ovechkin all-time goals record tracker: Capitals star 40 away from tying Wayne Gretzky
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is closing in on being one of the most accomplished players in NHL history.
NHL news: Wayne Gretzky, Alex Ovechkin vocal on historic record chase
Washington Capitals star forward Alex Ovechkin is only 41 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s record — and The Great One wants him to do it. Not only has Gretzky been keeping a close eye on the Russian’s progress over the last couple of years,
How far is Alex Ovechkin from Wayne Gretzky’s goals record at the start of the 2024-25 NHL season?
Going into the 2024-25 NHL season, Ovechkin has 853 career goals, which puts him in second behind the Great One. Washington’s captain needs 41 goals to tie Gretzky and 42 to break the record and stand alone.
Can Alex Ovechkin Surpass Wayne Gretzky's All-Time NHL Goal Record?
As of today, Alex Ovechkin is 40 goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal record. With Ovechkin's goal total set at 29.5 for the 2024-2025 season, can the Great 8 close the gap this year?
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Will Alexander Ovechkin Score a Goal Against the Flyers on October 23?
PM ET, the Washington Capitals go head to head against the Philadelphia Flyers. Is Alexander Ovechkin going to score a goal ...
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Michkov ready for ‘honor’ of facing Ovechkin when Flyers host Capitals
Michkov, the Philadelphia Flyers rookie forward, will get his first opportunity to see Ovechkin in action in person when the ...
Matvei Michkov honored to go against ‘one of the greatest players ever’ in countryman Alex Ovechkin
Michkov, 19, says he grew up watching "The Great 8," who at 39 years old is just 40 goals shy of the NHL's all-time record.
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Alex Ovechkin goal tracker: Capitals star chasing Wayne Gretzky's record
Alex Ovechkin's 2024-25 season is full of milestones. He's playing in his 20th season in the NHL and the Washington ...
Flyers' Matvei Michkov breaks silence ahead of 1st game vs. Alex Ovechkin
The Flyers and Capitals play on Tuesday, which means Russian rookie Matvei Michkov will face Alex Ovechkin for the first time ...
Capitals Postgame: Alex Ovechkin Calls Tom Wilson 'The Hottest Player In The League' & Praises Offense; Wilson On What's Working
Ovechkin took the time postgame to call out Wilson for his play so far, which included two goals and the overtime winner en ...
Alex Ovechkin is shifting to right wing for the Capitals’ second game of the season
Alex Ovechkin is set to play right wing in the Washington Capitals' second game of the season Tuesday against Vegas.
Leafs’ Auston Matthews reaches Alex Ovechkin territory with goal vs. Lightning
The Toronto Maple Leafs made a significant leadership change during the offseason, with John Tavares stepping down as captain ...
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Flyers fans get a special treat as Alex Ovechkin & Washington Capitals practice at Flyers Training Center
Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals held a training session at Flyers Training Center ahead of their upcoming two game ...