That puts him on pace to not just pass Gretzky but to hit the 900-goal mark to boot. While the "GR8 Chase" is a sight to behold, so is Ovechkin's resilience and durability. He has been able to ...
Ovechkin beat Ottawa Senators netminder Leevi Merilainen in overtime to seal Thursday's 1-0 victory and accomplish the feat. Merilainen was playing in his 10th career NHL game. 874.
Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is closing in on the NHL career goals record of 894 held by Wayne Gretzky. Ovechkin has 874 goals and needs 21 to set a new record.
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