Alex Ovechkin Nears NHL Goal Record While Launching Cancer Research Fundraiser

The Capitals' star is just 10 goals shy of Wayne Gretzky's record and has pledged to donate for every goal scored to support pediatric cancer research.

Alex Ovechkin has scored 884 career NHL goals, leaving him 10 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time record of 894.
Ovechkin, 39, is on pace to surpass the record this season, with 31 goals in 45 games despite missing time due to a broken leg.
The Washington Capitals captain has partnered with the V Foundation and Hockey Fights Cancer to donate funds for pediatric cancer research for every goal he scores for the rest of his career.
Monumental Sports & Entertainment, the Capitals' ownership group, will match Ovechkin's donations, and fans are encouraged to contribute through the GR8 CHASE campaign.
The Capitals, leading the Metropolitan Division, face the New York Rangers tonight, where Ovechkin has already scored three goals in two matchups this season.