Alex Ovechkin continues his pursuit of becoming the NHL`s all-time leading goal scorer.
Starting this season, the 39-year-old faced a significant challenge: to surpass Wayne Gretzky`s record of 894 goals, set in 1999. He needed to score 42 goals to achieve this.
Remarkably, Ovechkin has shown exceptional form this season, scoring 36 goals in 55 games. A fibula injury in November might have slowed him down, potentially delaying his record-breaking moment.
Currently, Ovechkin is just six goals away from Gretzky`s record. Here’s the latest update on his journey.
Remaining Games: 11
All times Eastern.
Thursday: At Minnesota Wild, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday: Vs. Buffalo Sabres, 3 p.m.
April 1: At Boston Bruins, 7 p.m.
April 2: At Carolina Hurricanes, 7 p.m.
April 4: Vs. Chicago Blackhawks, 7 p.m.
April 6: At New York Islanders, 12:30 p.m.
April 10: Vs. Carolina Hurricanes, 7:30 p.m.
April 12: At Columbus Blue Jackets, 12:30 p.m.
April 13: Vs. Columbus Blue Jackets, 6 p.m.
April 15: At New York Islanders, 8 p.m.
April 17: At Pittsburgh Penguins, 7 p.m.
Goal No. 889
Five goals behind Gretzky, six from the record
Date: March 25, 2025
Ovechkin capitalized on open ice, receiving a central pass and firing a wrist shot past Jets` goalie Connor Hellebuyck. This crucial 36th goal of the season leveled the score against Winnipeg at 2-2 late in the third period, forcing overtime. Although the Capitals lost in overtime, they earned a point thanks to their captain`s effort.
Goal No. 888
Six goals behind Gretzky, seven from the record
Date: March 20, 2025
Ovechkin converted a cross-crease pass from Aliaksei Protas, scoring cleanly against Flyers` goalie Samuel Ersson. This marked his 35th goal of the season, achieving the 35-goal milestone for the 15th time in his career.
