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Ovechkin Matches Gretzky with 894 Goals in Style!

4/5/2025

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Alex Ovechkin electrified the ice with two stunning goals against the Chicago Blackhawks, matching Wayne Gretzky's legendary NHL record of 894 career goals. This achievement also marks Ovechkin's impressive 40th goal of the season, his 14th such milestone in two decades. With the Capitals leading the Eastern Conference and six games remaining, the record-breaking moment is within reach.

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Alex Ovechkin electrified the ice with two stunning goals against the Chicago Blackhawks, matching Wayne Gretzky's legendary NHL record of 894 career goals. This achievement also marks Ovechkin's impressive 40th goal of the season, his 14th such milestone in two decades. With the Capitals leading the Eastern Conference and six games remaining, the record-breaking moment is within reach.