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Dec 29, 2023; Elmont, New York, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) attempts to put in a rebound on New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin (30) during the third period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Can Break Record With Another Career First

Nick Horwat

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Apr 6, 2025

Washington Capitals right wing Ryan Leonard smiles as he celebrates a goal by teammate center Dylan Strome.

Capitals Rookie Ryan Leonard’s First Goal Came With an Unforgettable Postgame Moment

Tyler Lauletta

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Apr 5, 2025

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (right) speaks at a press conference with Wayne Gretzky.

Wayne Gretzky Had Perfect Joke for Alex Ovechkin About Tying His Goals Record

Eva Geitheim

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Apr 5, 2025

Apr 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (right) speaks at a press conference with Wayne Gretzky after the game against the Chicago Blackhawks at Capital One Arena. Ovechkin scored the 893rd and 894th goals of his career, tying Gretzky for most all-time goals in NHL history. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Wayne Gretzky Sends Message to Capitals' Alex Ovechkin

Nick Horwat

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Apr 5, 2025

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Apr 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) holds up the puck representing his 894th career goal in the locker room after the game against the Chicago Blackhawks at Capital One Arena. Ovechkin scored the 893rd and 894th goals of his career, tying Wayne Gretzky for most all-time goals in the NHL. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Turned Down Chance at Record

Jacob Punturi

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Apr 5, 2025

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Chicago Blackhawks in the third period at Capital One Arena. The goal is the 894th of his career, tying Wayne Gretzky for most all-time goals scored in the NHL.

Alex Ovechkin Turned Down Chance to Break NHL Scoring Record on Empty Net

Kristen Wong

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Apr 4, 2025

Apr 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Chicago Blackhawks in the third period at Capital One Arena. The goal is the 894th of his career, tying Wayne Gretzky for most all-time goals scored in the NHL. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Breaks Different All-Time Scoring Record

Nick Horwat

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Apr 4, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 04: Wayne Gretzky acknowledges the fans during the game between the Washington Capitals and the Chicago Blackhawks at Capital One Arena on April 04, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Wayne Gretzky’s Quote About Alex Ovechkin Breaking His NHL Record Was All Class

Kristen Wong

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Apr 4, 2025

Apr 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates with players on the bench after scoring a goal against the Chicago Blackhawks during the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Ties Wayne Gretzky’s Record

Nick Horwat

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Apr 4, 2025

Ovechkin celebrates scoring a goal against the Chicago Blackhawks, a game during which he tied Gretzky's all-time goals record.

Alex Ovechkin Ties Wayne Gretzky's All-Time NHL Goal Scoring Record

Tom Dierberger

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Apr 4, 2025

Edmonton Oilers former player Wayne Gretzky is saluted by the fans during the closing ceremonies at Rexall Place.

Who Has Scored the Most Goals in NHL History?

Nate Cunningham

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Apr 4, 2025

Mar 18, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (48) makes a save during the second period against the Detroit Red Wings at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

Capitals Starting Goalie to Miss Multiple Games

Nick Horwat

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Apr 4, 2025

Apr 1, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) lets go with a shot against the Boston Bruins during the second period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Can Break Record in Dramatic Fashion

Nick Horwat

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Apr 4, 2025

Apr 1, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Washington Capitals right wing Ryan Leonard (9) carries the puck against the Boston Bruins during the first period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

NCAA Reveals Three Hobey Baker Finalists

Jacob Punturi

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Apr 3, 2025

Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson (48) stops a shot against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Capitals Goalie Falling Back to Earth

Jon Alfano

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Apr 3, 2025

Jan 5, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield (5) celebrates his goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Hurricanes Defenseman Will Not Face Discipline for Dangerous Takedown

Nick Horwat

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Apr 3, 2025

Apr 2, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares (91) and defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson (95) congratulate goaltender Anthony Stolarz (41) after a win against the Florida Panthers at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

NHL Power Rankings: Clinch Me, I'm Dreaming

Jacob Punturi

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Apr 3, 2025

Washington Capitals left wing Ovechkin celebrates his goal with right wing Wilson against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center.

Alex Ovechkin Scores Again, Now Three Goals Away From Passing Wayne Gretzky’s Record

Blake Silverman

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Apr 2, 2025

Mar 28, 2022; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (43) and Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brendan Smith (7) fight during the third period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

Capitals, Hurricanes Meeting Turns Into Fight Night

Jacob Punturi

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Apr 2, 2025

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