Alex Ovechkin continues his relentless pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s legendary NHL goals record. On Tuesday night, in a game against the Boston Bruins, the Washington Capitals superstar notched his 891st career goal, bringing him within a tantalizing four goals of surpassing Gretzky’s seemingly untouchable mark of 894.
The goal came during a power play in the first period. John Carlson fed the puck to Dylan Strome, who deftly redirected it across the crease, leaving Ovechkin with a simple tap-in for his historic milestone. The Boston crowd, a mix of Bruins fans and those eager to witness history, responded with a blend of cheers and applause, a testament to Ovechkin’s undeniable impact on the game.
This latest goal marks Ovechkin’s 12th in his last 18 games, showcasing his remarkable scoring prowess even at the age of 39. He’s currently sitting at 38 goals for the season, well on his way to his 14th 40-goal season—another record he holds. This impressive feat is all the more remarkable considering he missed 16 games due to a broken left fibula.
With eight games remaining in the regular season for the first-place Capitals, the hockey world watches with bated breath. Will Ovechkin break the record? The anticipation is palpable, and the final stretch of the season promises to be one of the most exciting in NHL history.
