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The Washington Capitals captain won the award for “Best Record-Breaking Performance” at the 2025 ESPYs on Wednesday.
Alex Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals icon, has acknowledged Wayne Gretzky after surpassing his NHL goals record. Ovechkin expressed gratitude in a video message at the ESPYs. Gretzky, present when Ovechkin tied and broke the record,
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.
The Washington Capitals are starting to look toward the future and have signed a young forward who could potentially become an alternative to superstar Alex Ovechkin down the road in the NHL.
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,
Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin is entering his final season under contract, and speculation about his upcoming retirement will keep increasing steadily as he approaches the end of his deal.
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.
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
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.
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Yardbarker on MSNOvechkin Retirement, Oilers Coaching Changes, & More NHL RumorsIn today’s NHL rumors rundown, while he didn’t confirm he’d be extending his NHL career, Alex Ovechkin shot down rumors that this coming season would be his last.