Alex Ovechkin is three goals away from 900 after breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career record in April. Whatever number Ovechkin finishes at — he turns 40 in September and this is the final year of his contract with the Washington Capitals — will become the new 894 that seemed unapproachable until the successful “GR8 Chase.”

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin won an ESPY award Wednesday night for “Best Record-Breaking Performance.” The Great 8 won for the moment he scored his 895th career goal to break Wayne Gretzky’s record and become the top goal scorer in league history.

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin dons a hoodie on most game days that reads, "Well, I'm not Michael Jordan," an ode to an inside joke he shared with former teammate Devante Smith-Pelly. But when it comes down to it,

Alex Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals icon, has acknowledged Wayne Gretzky after surpassing his NHL goals record. Ovechkin expressed gratitude in a v

Alex Ovechkin thanked Wayne Gretzky and his family after receiving the ESPY for "Best Record-Breaking Performance." He couldn’t attend the event in person but shared a video message.

Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin broke the NHL's all-time goals record this past season, but there's another upcoming milestone that he's looking forward to.

Alex Ovechkin humbly dismisses comparisons to Michael Jordan, citing Jordan's unparalleled status and honoring his mother, a basketball legend. Despite his own impressive NHL achievements, including nearing 1,

Last NHL season was special for Alex Ovechkin as he broke Wayne Gretzky’s all-time regular-season goal record. He scored his 895th career goal against the New York Islanders in early April.

Chris Patrick is looking to build a competitive roster to help Alex Ovechkin lead his Washington Capitals to a strong NHL season.

The Washington Capitals captain won the award for “Best Record-Breaking Performance” at the 2025 ESPYs on Wednesday.

Alex Ovechkin's historic 2024-2025 NHL season, highlighted by breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record, earned him the 2025 ESPY Award for Best Record-Breaking Performance. Ovechkin, unable to attend the ceremony,

Alex Ovechkin Weighs In on Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin Fantasy Trade Scenario originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Alex Ovechkin hasn’t been shy about addressing all sorts of topics this offseason, including his upcoming retirement— whenever it happens.