WASHINGTON -- Alex Ovechkin is one step closer to NHL history after the "Great 8" reached a fitting number in his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's career goals record. Ovechkin scored his 888th goal ...

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin scored his 891st career goal and needs four to pass Wayne Gretzky's record. Highlights ...

Alex Ovechkin on Sunday broke Wayne Gretzky’s record for most career goals when he scored No. 895 against the New York Islanders on Sunday afternoon. The Washington Capitals went on the powerplay in ...

Ovechkin was tied with Hockey Hall of Famer Ron Francis with 20 20-goal campaigns, and is now behind only Gordie Howe, who finished his own Hall of Fame career with 22 seasons with at least 20 goals.