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Alex Ovechkin's Hat Trick Brings Him Closer to NHL Goal Record

Ovechkin's three goals put him just 13 shy of Wayne Gretzky's all-time record as the Capitals dominate the Oilers 7-3.

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin celebrates after scoring in the second period against the Edmonton Oilers. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Feb 23, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Brandon Hagel (38) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Seattle Kraken in the second period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Feb 23, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson (21) hits New York Islanders defenseman Scott Perunovich (26) during the third period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Alex Ovechkin scored his 880th, 881st, and 882nd career goals, marking his 32nd career hat trick and bringing him within 13 goals of Wayne Gretzky's all-time record of 894.
  • The Washington Capitals moved back to the top of the NHL standings with the win, extending their point streak to eight games (5-0-3).
  • Dylan Strome contributed a goal and two assists, while Connor McMichael, Tom Wilson, and Jakob Chychrun also scored for the Capitals.
  • Leon Draisaitl scored his league-leading 42nd goal for the Edmonton Oilers, who have now lost three consecutive games.
  • Calvin Pickard, the Oilers' goaltender, allowed six goals on 32 shots, becoming the 181st goalie Ovechkin has scored against, the most in NHL history.