Ovechkin Nears Gretzky’s NHL Goal Record with Five Goals to Go

The Washington Capitals star has scored 890 career goals, with Wayne Gretzky offering support as he approaches the historic milestone.

Alexander Ovechkin is just five goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal-scoring record of 894.
Wayne Gretzky, the current record holder, has expressed his support for Ovechkin, calling the pursuit a positive moment for the sport.
Ovechkin scored his 37th goal of the season in a recent game, bringing his career total to 890, though the Capitals suffered their third consecutive loss.
The Washington Capitals have secured a playoff spot, and Ovechkin has emphasized balancing his personal achievement with team success.
Ovechkin’s legacy is celebrated for his unmatched scoring prowess but remains complicated due to his ties to Vladimir Putin and lack of condemnation of Russia's actions in Ukraine.