This could turn out to be incredible if it happens for Alex Ovechkin as his Gr8 Chase of Wayne Gretzky continues.
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Sporting News on MSNWhere is Alex Ovechkin from? Hometown, junior hockey career, more to know about Capitals star's Russian rootsOver two decades with the Capitals, Alex Ovechkin has cemented himself as one of hockey's all-time greats. Ovechkin holds a number of NHL records, including the most power-play goals and the most goals scored with one team.
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews reflects on Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin’s historic pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s goal record, discussing its impact on the NHL and future generations of players.
His long connection to Russian President Vladimir Putin complicates Alex Ovechkin's legacy in the eyes of some.
With the exception of one play to close out the second period — a step closer to history for Alex Ovechkin — there wasn't much for the Washington Capitals to remember from Wednesday's contest against the Carolina Hurricanes.
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Sporting News on MSNAlex Ovechkin family tree: Everything to know about wife, sons, parents of Capitals starHere's everything to know about Ovechkin's family tree.
Alex Ovechkin almost stopped playing hockey. His mother, Tatyana, was a basketball player, his father, Mikhail, was a soccer player and they were traveling with their teams, leaving no one to take young Alex to practice. Coach Vyacheslav Kirillov begged ...
Malkin, meanwhile, looks every bit of his 38 years on some nights. He’s out with an injury, and his statistics are a far cry from his Hall-of-Fame standards. Through 62 games this season, Malkin has 15 goals and 46 points, and while those numbers are hardly shameful, Malkin is undeniably in decline.
Alex Ovechkin scored his 891st career goal to move within four of breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record, helping the Washington Capitals defeat the host Boston Bruins 4-3 on Tuesday night.
Alex Ovechkin almost stopped playing hockey. His mother, Tatyana, was a basketball player, his father, Mikhail, was a soccer player and they were traveling with their teams, leaving no one to take ...