After reaching the significant milestone of 800 career goals during the 2022-23 NHL season, Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin is now on a mission to surpass the legendary Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record of 894 goals.
Current Goals and Records
As the 2024-25 season kicked off, Ovechkin had accumulated 853 goals. He has since increased his tally to 885. This thrilling pursuit has made Ovechkin a favorite among bettors, leading to much excitement in the betting markets surrounding his upcoming goals and milestones.
Ovechkin’s timeline for breaking Gretzky’s record largely hinges on his scoring rate, which has been affected recently due to a five-week absence from the game due to a broken fibula. Fortunately, he made a triumphant return to the ice on December 28 against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Follow Ovechkin’s Record Chase
Stay updated on every goal Ovechkin scores this season. This tracker will cover highlights, upcoming Capitals games, and how fans can watch the action unfold.
NHL Top 10 Career Goal Scorers
- 1. Wayne Gretzky – 894
- 2. Alex Ovechkin – 885
- 3. Gordie Howe – 801
- 4. Jaromir Jagr – 766
- 5. Brett Hull – 741
- 6. Marcel Dionne – 731
- 7. Phil Esposito – 717
- 8. Mike Gartner – 708
- 9. Mark Messier – 694
- 10. Steve Yzerman – 692
Goals Scored in the 2024-25 Season
– **Goal No. 885**: On March 5 against the New York Rangers, Ovechkin’s goal equalized the score with 9:32 remaining in the third period, leading to a dramatic overtime victory.
– **Goal No. 884**: On March 1 against the Tampa Bay Lightning, he scored a pivotal third-period goal, bringing him to within 10 goals of tying Gretzky.
– **Goal No. 883**: Ovechkin scored during a power play against the Calgary Flames on February 25, marking his 30th goal of the season and solidifying his place as the fourth player in NHL history to score 30 goals after turning 39.
Ovechkin has demonstrated remarkable consistency, scoring eight goals in eight games. His quest to break Gretzky’s record is well within reach, prompting excitement among fans and analysts alike.
Upcoming Capitals Schedule
Note: All games are available for streaming on ESPN+ as part of the NHL Power Play package, subject to blackout restrictions.
- Fri, Mar 7: vs. Detroit, 7:00 PM
- Sun, Mar 9: vs. Seattle, 3:30 PM
- Tue, Mar 11: at Anaheim, 10:00 PM
- Thu, Mar 13: at Los Angeles, 10:30 PM
- Sat, Mar 15: at San Jose, 5:00 PM
- Tue, Mar 18: vs. Detroit, 7:00 PM
- Thu, Mar 20: vs. Philadelphia, 7:00 PM
- Sat, Mar 22: vs. Florida, 5:00 PM
- Tue, Mar 25: at Winnipeg, 8:00 PM
- Thu, Mar 27: at Minnesota, 8:00 PM
- Sun, Mar 30: vs. Buffalo, 3:00 PM
- Tue, Apr 1: at Boston, 7:00 PM
- Wed, Apr 2: at Carolina, 7:00 PM
- Fri, Apr 4: vs. Chicago, 7:00 PM
- Sun, Apr 6: at Islanders, 12:30 PM
- Thu, Apr 10: vs. Carolina, 7:30 PM
- Sat, Apr 12: at Columbus, 7:00 PM
- Sun, Apr 13: vs. Columbus, 6:00 PM
- Tue, Apr 15: at Islanders, 8:00 PM
- Thu, Apr 17: at Pittsburgh, 7:00 PM
Fans are eagerly awaiting each game, hoping to witness history as Ovechkin continues his journey toward achieving what many believe is an unreachable milestone.
