Alex Ovechkin Launches Final Push to Break Wayne Gretzky's NHL Goals Record

Ovechkin is six goals away from surpassing Gretzky's all-time record of 894 as ESPN+ debuts 'OviCast' to track his historic chase.

Alex Ovechkin has reached 889 career NHL goals, leaving him six shy of breaking Wayne Gretzky's iconic record of 894.
ESPN+ has launched 'OviCast,' an alternate broadcast featuring an isolated camera on Ovechkin, to cover his pursuit of the record.
Projections suggest Ovechkin could break the record in mid-April during the Capitals' final regular-season games, though this depends on his performance across the remaining 11 games.
The Washington Capitals have clinched a playoff spot and lead the Metropolitan Division by 13 points, adding team success to the backdrop of Ovechkin's individual milestone.
Ovechkin's record chase has drawn significant fan and media attention, boosting NHL viewership and engagement, with sportsbooks offering odds on when and how the record-breaking goal will occur.