The Hunt for Glory

As of March 5, 2025, Alex Ovechkin stands on the brink of making NHL history, being just Eleven goals shy of surpassing Wayne Gretzky's all-time regular-season goal record of 894 goals. This is one of the most remarkable achievements Ovechkin will ever receive in his career. Ovechkin, the long-time captain of the Washington Capitals, has amassed 884 career goals over his long and successful career. Known for his powerful shot and the ability to shoot from any position, he has consistently been among the league's top goal scorers since his rookie year in 2005. This season, Ovechkin has scored 31 goals in 45 games and if he keeps the pace he's at, brings him ever closer to Gretzky's record. His most recent games include five goals in his last four games. Wayne Gretzky "The Great One," set the benchmark for goal scoring with 894 goals over a 20-year NHL career.His record has stood since his retirement from the NHL  in 1999, and he remains the league's all-time leader in goals, assists, and points. Gretzky's records and accolades during his era changed everything. No one thought Gretzky’s records would be broken. Alex Ovechkin was only a youngin when Gretzky retired but little did he know that in 6 years after Gretzky retirement he would begin on the hunt to beat The Great Ones record. The Capitals are scheduled to face the New York Rangers, who are currently on a two-game shutout streak. The Rangers' goaltenders, Igor Shesterkin and Jonathan Quick, have been a key weapon in these defensive successes. This matchup presents a significant challenge for Ovechkin. Alex Ovechkin's approach to Wayne Gretzky's goal-scoring record is a testament to his exceptional talent, dedication, and resilience. As he inches closer to this monumental achievement, he not only cements his place among hockey's all-time greats but also uses his platform to really show positive changes off the ice. It will be a nail biter to see if Ovechkin will beat Gretzky’s record. But once that goal horn goes off on the 895 goal history will have been made. 

Eli Grimslid

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