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Apr 6, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) is honored with a painting by artist Tony Harris by former Canadian-American ice hockey player Wayne Gretzky after scoring in the during the second period against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. Ovechkin scored the 895th goal of his career, breaking the NHL all-time career goals record previously held by Wayne Gretzky at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Alex Ovechkin Record Setting Feat Gets Topps Now 10 Sticker Set

Russ Gioseffi

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Apr 10, 2025

Mar 14, 2008; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Capitals goalie Olaf Kolzig (37) defends in the second period against the Atlanta Thrashers at the Verizon Center. Washington won the game 4-1. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images

Alex Ovechkin Thanks Former Goalie for Help in Goals Chase

Nick Horwat

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Apr 8, 2025

Monumental Sports Network after Alex Ovechkin's record goal.

TV Control Room Becomes Awesome Controlled Chaos After Historic Alex Ovechkin Goal

Kyle Koster

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Apr 8, 2025

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin poses with the puck as he celebrates after scoring his record-setting 895th goal.

NHL Goalies Alex Ovechkin Didn't Score Against Received Awesome Gift From Budweiser

Karl Rasmussen

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Apr 7, 2025

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Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin scores a goal in the 2nd period against the New York Islanders.

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Named First Star of Historic Week

Jon Alfano

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Apr 7, 2025

Apr 6, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) poses with the puck as he celebrates after scoring a goal in the 2nd period against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. The goal is the 895th of Ovechkin’s career, breaking the NHL all-time career goals record previously held by Wayne Gretzky at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Budweiser Sends Gift to Goalies Alex Ovechkin Never Scored On

Nick Horwat

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Apr 7, 2025

Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe yell about LeBron James during hockey segment.

‘First Take’ Honors Alex Ovechkin by Debating Whether He’s Better Than LeBron James

Stephen Douglas

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Apr 7, 2025

Apr 6, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) speaks after scoring in the during the second period during the game against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. Ovechkin scored the 895th goal of his career, breaking the NHL all-time career goals record previously held by Wayne Gretzky at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

NHL Lessons Learned: Ovechkin's Magical Week

Jacob Punturi

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Apr 7, 2025

Ovechkin did not let a broken leg derail him from his efforts to break Gretzky's record this season.

SI:AM | Ageless Alex Ovechkin Breaks Wayne Gretzky’s Goals Record

Dan Gartland

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Apr 7, 2025

Mar 15, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators goalie Linus Ullmark (35) makes a save as defensemen Artem Zub (2) and Thomas Chabot (72) hold back Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

2025 NHL Playoffs Taking Shape

Nick Horwat

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Apr 7, 2025

Nov 8, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) and Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) shake hands after a puck drop ceremony prior to their game at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Alex Ovechkin, Sidney Crosby Continue Defying Logic and Time

Jacob Punturi

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Apr 7, 2025

Apr 6, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) scores a goal in the 2nd period against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. The goal is the 895th of Ovechkin’s career, breaking the NHL all-time career goals record previously held by Wayne Gretzky.at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Who Could Challenge Alex Ovechkin's Goals Record?

Jacob Punturi

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Apr 7, 2025

Apr 6, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) is honored with a painting by artist Tony Harris by former Canadian-American ice hockey player Wayne Gretzky after scoring in the during the second period against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. Ovechkin scored the 895th goal of his career, breaking the NHL all-time career goals record previously held by Wayne Gretzky at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Alex Ovechkin's All-Time Goals Record By the Numbers

Jacob Punturi

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Apr 7, 2025

Sep 29, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) celebrates against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels salutes NHL legend after historic goal milestone

Joanne Coley

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Apr 7, 2025

Apr 6, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) poses with the puck as he celebrates after scoring a goal in the 2nd period against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. The goal is the 895th of Ovechkin’s career, breaking the NHL all-time career goals record previously held by Wayne Gretzky at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Ovechkin Goals Record Honored With Special Card Set

Clemente Lisi

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Apr 6, 2025

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) is honored with a painting by artist Tony Harris by former Canadian-American ice hockey player Wayne Gretzky after scoring in the during the second period against the New York Islanders.

Clip of Alex Ovechkin Calling Wayne Gretzky's Record 'Impossible' to Break Resurfaces

Eva Geitheim

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Apr 6, 2025

Tom Brady sends congratulatory message to Alex Ovechkin

Tom Brady, Michael Jordan and Other Stars Congratulate Alex Ovechkin on Historic Goal

Karl Rasmussen

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Apr 6, 2025

Alex Ovechkin Was Mic’d Up for Historic Goal, and It Was Pretty Great

Kristen Wong

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Apr 6, 2025

Sidney Crosby congratulates Alex Ovechkin on surpassing Wayne Gretzky to become the NHL's all-time leader in goals scored.

Sidney Crosby Had Heartfelt Message for Alex Ovechkin After Record-Breaking Goal

Karl Rasmussen

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Apr 6, 2025

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