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Ovechkin Breaks Goals Record; Rookie Card Sells for $381K

4/23/2025

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Alex Ovechkin has etched his name in history by shattering the NHL goalscoring record with his 895th goal, surpassing the legendary Wayne Gretzky. In a stunning display of his rising star power, his rookie card fetched a jaw-dropping $381,000 at Sotheby’s, marking a record for Ovechkin cards and the third-highest sale in hockey history.

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Alex Ovechkin has etched his name in history by shattering the NHL goalscoring record with his 895th goal, surpassing the legendary Wayne Gretzky. In a stunning display of his rising star power, his rookie card fetched a jaw-dropping $381,000 at Sotheby’s, marking a record for Ovechkin cards and the third-highest sale in hockey history.