Ovechkin, Capitals and Wayne Gretzky

Alex Ovechkin goal tracker: How far is Capitals star behind Wayne Gretzky's record?
And if things continue to go well this season, Ovechkin can reach a milestone once thought unreachable.From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day.
Ovechkin's pursuit of Gretzky, Capitals start discussed on 'NHL @TheRink' podcast
Alex Ovechkin 's hot streak, his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky 's NHL goal-scoring record and the Washington Capitals' strong start to the season are all topics featured in the discussion on this week's episode of the "NHL @TheRink" podcast presented by SKIP.
The GR8 Chase: Alex Ovechkin's teammates, Wayne Gretzky discuss his quest for goals record
Ovechkin is just 34 goals from passing Gretzky, and what has now been dubbed "The GR8 Chase" is fueling the team.
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: Capitals star 33 away from tying Wayne Gretzky for all-time record in NHL
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is closing in on being one of the most accomplished players in NHL history. The legendary forward already has a ton of records on the NHL history books, but there's one more still to go that could put him in the pantheon of all-time greats.
Alex Ovechkin Could Break Gretzky’s All-Time Goals Record In 2024-25
With seven goals in his first 11 games, Alex Ovechkin is comfortably on track to reach 895 career goals this season as captain of the revitalized Washington Capitals.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin reaches new NHL milestone amid Wayne Gretzky chase
Capitals forward and future Hall of Famer Alex Ovechkin is getting closer and closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time record!
"You should enjoy the cup more than my stick" - Wayne Gretzky recalls his conversation with Alex Ovechkin after Capitals' 2018 Stanley Cup win
Wayne Gretzky is no stranger to winning. The former Edmonton Oilers star led the franchise to four Stanley Cup wins during his illustrious NHL career.
Ovechkin closing in on Gretzky’s record with current goal streak for Capitals
Alex Ovechkin is on another hot streak and setting an early pace toward potentially making history before the season ends. Ovechkin has five goals during a four-game goal streak he'll carry into the Washington Capitals' game against the Nashville Predators at Capital One Arena on Wednesday (7 p.
Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin pulls off rare NHL feat last seen in 1980-81
The Washington Capitals have raced out to a hot start in the 2024-24 campaign, as they have racked up wins in eight of their first 10 games to put them atop the Metropolitan Division for the time being.
Ovechkin named NHL’s First Star of the Week for scoring 5 goals in 4 games
Alex Ovechkin is off to a hot start. The Washington Capitals’ 39-year-old captain was named the NHL’s First Star of the Week on Monday after scoring an NHL-best five goals in four games.
Around the NHL: Alexander Ovechkin scored his 860th goal on Sunday
As is the case with many league stats, Wayne Gretzky has the most goals in a career in the history of the league with 894. However, it’s almost a guarantee that Alexander Ovechkin will surpass him before the end of his career,
MAGA hat-wearing Wayne Gretzky attends official Donald Trump victory party
Wayne Gretzky made an appearance at Mar-A-Lago this week, showing his support for Donald Trump after the presidential ...
Wayne Gretzky reveals he nearly coached Patrick Kane because of wild mistake
Imagine Wayne Gretzky coaching a rookie Patrick Kane after the 2007 draft? It almost happened, according to the former Coyotes coach.
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Wayne Gretzky narrates the untold story of Patrick Kane almost being drafted into now-defunct NHL franchise
NHL legend Wayne Gretzky served as the Phoenix Coyotes coach of the then-active team from 2005 to 2009. Unbeknownst to many, the Great One had almost coached superstar Patrick Kane while he ...
Dustin Johnson’s wife Paulina Gretzky wows in ‘extra dirty’ miniskirt, crop top fit
The 35-year-old daughter of hockey legend Wayne Gretzky shows off her stunning physique in a jaw-dropping look.
Wayne Gretzky attends Donald Trump's U.S. election party wearing a 'MAGA' hat, draws mixed reaction online: 'Truly disappointing'
Gretzky, a dual citizen of Canada and the United States, was among several big-name guests at Trump's party, including Elon ...
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Wayne Gretzky reveals he was "genuinely nervous" returning to play against Oilers after shocking trade to Kings in 1988
Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky opened up about how nervous he was to face his former team, the Edmonton Oilers, after being traded to the Los Angeles Kings in 1988.
Wayne Gretzky Rookie Card Case Heading to Auction With Likely Hefty Price Tag
Wayne Gretzky remains one of the most hallowed names in professional hockey, and a pricey piece of merchandise from a pivotal ...