Wayne Gretzky, Alex Ovechkin speak
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Alex Ovechkin scored his 895th career goal, breaking the NHL record held by Wayne Gretzky since 1999.
The New York Times |
Ovechkin comes to Long Island on Sunday tied with Wayne Gretzky at 894 goals after scoring two at home against the Blackhawks on Friday.
The New York Times |
Ovechkin scored 285 goals from his spot, a spot that defined his legacy and leaves a distinctive mark on a map of his 895 goals.
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Maggie shared that Gretzky was there to see his record be broken. They got to hang out with him after the game, as he is a family friend. Maggie wore a black leather jacket, jeans, and an orange sweater. Pat was dressed down in blue and orange Capitals gear, a look completely different from his usual WoF suit.
WASHINGTON (7News) — On Sunday, the Washington Capitals will face the New York Islanders on the road. Alex Ovechkin is currently tied with Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer. Now, he could stake his claim as the league's top scorer if he lights the lamps against New York.
The “Gr8 Chase” is nearing its end. With a first-period goal against the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday night, Alex Ovechkin now trails Wayne Gretzky by just one goal for the NHL record.