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Ovechkin Nears Gretzky's Record, Donates for Cancer Research

4/1/2025

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At 39, Alex Ovechkin is on the brink of history, just five goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky's legendary 894 goals in the NHL. Recently overcoming an injury, he netted his 890th goal against the Buffalo Sabres. Beyond the ice, Ovechkin is making a difference, pledging a dollar for every goal to cancer research, with his team's ownership matching the donations.

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At 39, Alex Ovechkin is on the brink of history, just five goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky's legendary 894 goals in the NHL. Recently overcoming an injury, he netted his 890th goal against the Buffalo Sabres. Beyond the ice, Ovechkin is making a difference, pledging a dollar for every goal to cancer research, with his team's ownership matching the donations.