Washington Capitals Alex Ovechkin continues to move closer towards breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record. In a 3-2 overtime loss to the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday, Ovechkin took another step towards that milestone as he scored the 889th goal of his NHL career.
Ovechkin is now just six goals away from surpassing Gretzky’s all-time mark of 895 goals.
With Ovechkin inching closer to the record, hockey fans are beginning to wonder if the Capitals forward will reach it prior to the conclusion of the regular season. According to data compiled by SportsLine, Ovechkin has a 72.65% chance of breaking the record this season.
SportsLine estimates that Ovechkin will likely break the record somewhere between April 14-17. The 39-year old has a 14.88% of breaking the record on April 12 against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Ovechkin also has a 13.97% chance of surpassing Gretzky on April 13 — also versus the Blue Jackets — and a 13.88% chance on April 15 against the New York Islanders.
Ovechkin has scored three goals over his last five games, and has alternated contests in which he’s scored those goals. The Capitals star has racked up six goals in 12 games during the month of March.
Ovechkin currently has 36 goals and 24 assists this season, which marks the third time in the last four campaigns in which he has reached the 40-goal mark.
The Capitals are also pursuing the Presidents’ Trophy, which goes to the team with the most points in the league. With Washington chasing the top seed in the Eastern Conference playoff race, Ovechkin should have plenty of opportunities to put the puck in the net over the final three weeks of the regular season.
As the NHL season progresses, all eyes are on Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin as he continues his quest to break the all-time goals record. With projections indicating a 73% likelihood of Ovechkin achieving this milestone this season, fans and analysts alike are eagerly anticipating the historic moment.
Ovechkin, who currently sits at fourth on the all-time goals list with 730 goals, is only 34 goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky’s record of 894 goals. With his consistent scoring ability and impressive track record, many believe that Ovechkin has a strong chance of breaking the record this season.
One of the key factors contributing to Ovechkin’s high likelihood of breaking the record is his remarkable durability and longevity in the league. Despite being in his 16th NHL season, Ovechkin shows no signs of slowing down and continues to be a dominant force on the ice. His ability to maintain a high level of performance year after year has solidified his status as one of the greatest goal scorers in NHL history.
Additionally, Ovechkin’s scoring prowess is unmatched by many of his peers in the league. With his lethal shot and scoring instincts, Ovechkin has consistently been among the league leaders in goals scored each season. His ability to find the back of the net with such frequency makes him a formidable opponent for any team he faces.
While there are no guarantees in sports, the projections indicating a 73% likelihood of Ovechkin breaking the all-time goals record this season are certainly promising. If Ovechkin is able to maintain his scoring pace and stay healthy throughout the remainder of the season, he could very well make history and etch his name into the record books as the greatest goal scorer of all time.
As fans eagerly await Ovechkin’s pursuit of the all-time goals record, one thing is certain – witnessing history in the making is always a thrilling experience in the world of sports. Whether Ovechkin achieves this milestone this season or in the future, there is no denying that he has left an indelible mark on the game of hockey and will be remembered as one of the all-time greats.
