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Ovechkin Sets Record; Farm Celebrates with Corn Maze

8/21/2025

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Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals has set a new all-time goals record with 897 goals, surpassing Wayne Gretzky's 894.
A Maryland farm is commemorating this milestone with a corn maze featuring Ovechkin's image.
Ovechkin has not confirmed his future plans, leaving retirement or a return to the KHL as possibilities.
He expressed uncertainty about his next steps, stating, "Anything is possible."

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Story summary

Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals has set a new all-time goals record with 897 goals, surpassing Wayne Gretzky's 894.
A Maryland farm is commemorating this milestone with a corn maze featuring Ovechkin's image.
Ovechkin has not confirmed his future plans, leaving retirement or a return to the KHL as possibilities.
He expressed uncertainty about his next steps, stating, "Anything is possible."