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Mr Ovechkin’s prowess stands out in two dimensions. The first is his remarkable longevity.
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Ovechkin comes to Long Island on Sunday tied with Wayne Gretzky at 894 goals after scoring two at home against the Blackhawks on Friday.
From The New York Times
With his 895th career goal on Sunday, the Washington Capitals star has accomplished what was once unthinkable and surpassed “The Great One,” Wayne Gretzky, as the all-time leading goal scorer in NHL ...
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How Alex Ovechkin topped Wayne Gretzky’s once-unbreakable record
His new record for most goals scored in the National Hockey League is, adjusted for competition, much more impressive than the Wayne Gretzky mark that he surpassed. When Mr Gretzky, “the Great One”, retired from hockey in 1999,
After Alexander Ovechkin Broke His NHL Record, Wayne Gretzky Taught a Brilliant Leadership Lesson
When Ovechkin broke the record in the second period, the game stopped. Officials rolled out a carpet onto the ice, and Ovechkin’s family along with NHL officials and Ted Leonsis, the owner of the Capitals came to the center of the rink.
Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record by scoring his 895th
Alex Ovechkin has broken Wayne Gretzky’s record for the most goals in NHL history by scoring the 895th of his career.
How Alex Ovechkin broke Gretzky's record with goal No. 895 — as it happened
Ovechkin scored his 895th career goal on Sunday in New York. Here's how history unfolded in real time and the reaction that ensued
Alex Ovechkin stats, records: A look at the Capitals star by the numbers after passing Wayne Gretzky
After scoring his 895th goal against the New York Islanders on Sunday, Alex Ovechkin is now officially the greatest goal-scorer in NHL history. Ovechkin's pursuit of Gretzky took 20 years, and he has piled up some eye-popping career numbers along the way.
Wayne Gretzky and Alex Ovechkin at a glance
Alex Ovechkin with his 895th career goal has broken Wayne Gretzky's NHL record that most thought was untouchable.
Gretkzy's NHL goal total may be the last 'unattainable' record to fall in my lifetime
With his 895th career goal on Sunday, the Washington Capitals star has accomplished what was once unthinkable and surpassed “The Great One,” Wayne Gretzky, as the all-time leading goal scorer in NHL history.
Alex Ovechkin’s secret to becoming NHL’s all-time goals leader? This one spot on the ice
Ovechkin’s dominance on the ice from the left circle defines his legacy as the greatest goal scorer in NHL history.
How to Buy Alex Ovechkin NHL All-Time Goals Leader Merchandise: Shop 895 T-Shirts, Hats, Pucks, Memorabilia
Alex Ovechkin has become the all-time leading goal scorer in NHL history, passing Wayne Gretzky with his 895th career goal for the Washington Capitals.
Putin hails Ovechkin as 'legendary master' of ice hockey after he breaks NHL goal record
President Vladimir Putin on Monday lauded Russian ice hockey star Alexander Ovechkin for surpassing all the sport's other legends in a dazzling career that the Kremlin chief said was a cause for celebration for fans across Russia and the world.
Alexander Ovechkin's teammates explain why he's 'the most dangerous hockey player ever'
Alexander Ovechkin surpassed the legendary Wayne Gretzky on Sunday for career NHL goals. His past and current teammates explain why he was able to achieve the unthinkable.
ESPN's 'First Take' Gets Heated Over LeBron James, Alex Ovechkin Debate
On ESPN’s ‘First Take’ there was a debate between NHL analyst P.K. Subban and NBA analysts Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe, where they debated which record is more impressive: LeBron James ’ all-time scoring record (42,115 points) or Alexander Ovechkin’s all-time goal scoring record (895 goals).
Watch: Alexander Ovechkin makes history in New York
Seven-hundred and eighty-nine days after LeBron James became the NBA’s all-time leading point-getter, Alexander Ovechkin claimed the NHL’s goal-scoring crown, surpassing the immortal Wayne Gretzky when he lit the lamp for the 895th time against the New York Islanders on Sunday.
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