Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin scored his 895th goal in a road game against the New York Islanders on Sunday, breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal scoring record in the NHL. The historic moment marked a new era for hockey as Ovechkin surpassed the legendary golfer, solidifying his status as the greatest goal scorer in NHL history.
Ovechkin achieved the milestone with a slapshot past Ilya Sorokin in a 4-1 loss to New York. His teammates mobbed him on the ice, and Gretzky, who broke records himself back in 1994, congratulated Ovechkin during a ceremony on the ice. Gretzky expressed his admiration for Ovechkin’s achievement and acknowledged that it was not an easy feat.
“It’s a team sport,” Ovechkin said in his post-game speech. “I wouldn’t be here without my boys, the whole organization, the fans, the trainers, coaches.” He showed appreciation for his family, including his wife and children, who were present at the game.
Gretzky also joked about the time he broke Gordie Howe’s record as a member of the Los Angeles Kings. When asked about Ovechkin surpassing him, Gretzky said, “I’m not sure who’s going to get more goals than that.” He later congratulated Capitals owner Ted Leonsis and exchanged words with him about his own record-breaking achievement.
Ovechkin’s historic goal marked a significant moment for hockey fans worldwide. With this achievement, Ovechkin solidified his status as one of the greatest players in NHL history, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.
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