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Ovechkin Eyes Gretzky's Record with 23rd Goal

1/31/2025

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Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals netted his 23rd goal of the season, pushing his career total to an impressive 876. At 39 years old, he stands just 19 goals away from eclipsing Wayne Gretzky's legendary NHL record of 894. With 31 games left, Ovechkin is on track to shatter the record by April 13, 2025.

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Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals netted his 23rd goal of the season, pushing his career total to an impressive 876. At 39 years old, he stands just 19 goals away from eclipsing Wayne Gretzky's legendary NHL record of 894. With 31 games left, Ovechkin is on track to shatter the record by April 13, 2025.