Alex Ovechkin joins elite company with 800th career goal, throws in a hat trick
2 years ago

Alex Ovechkin joins elite company with 800th career goal, throws in a hat trick

New York Times  

Alex Ovechkin made his push for 800 career goals in the most Ovi way imaginable: with a hat trick. Without my teammates, without organization, fans, my family, I would never get that number.” Ovechkin’s historic marker came 6:34 into the third period with the Caps already ahead 4-2. The Chicago crowd with an "Ovi, Ovi" chant ❤️ Showing respect for the Great 800 🐐 pic.twitter.com/1HwNKFQEiD — B/R Open Ice December 14, 2022 “That’s great,” Ovechkin said of being recognized by the Chicago crowd. “Right now,” Ovechkin said, “it’s finally go home, spend time with my wife, play with the kids.” If the pressure has worn down Ovechkin, he’s done a good job hiding it, Caps Coach Peter Laviolette said. That’s a great captain, a great teammate.” After the milestone goal, Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews and alternate captain Patrick Kane came over to shake Ovechkin’s hand.

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Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin is week-to-week with a leg injury amid chase for NHL career goals record
1 month ago

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin is week-to-week with a leg injury amid chase for NHL career goals record

Associated Press  

Alex Ovechkin is considered week-to-week after injuring his lower left leg in the Washington Capitals’ most recent game at Utah, an absence that is expected to slow down his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record. The Capitals said Tuesday that Ovechkin would be evaluated further by doctors when they return home from their road trip. Ovechkin scored twice …

‘Struggling’ Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is hoping patience pays off soon against the Rangers
7 months, 4 weeks ago

‘Struggling’ Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is hoping patience pays off soon against the Rangers

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Va. — Alex Ovechkin has just one shot on goal through the first two games of the Washington Capitals’ first-round playoff series against the New York Rangers, which they trail 2-0. We all have to play better if we want to get success.” Ovechkin’s lowest shot total through the first two games of a series before now was four …

Ovechkin nets milestone as Caps keep in hunt
9 months ago

Ovechkin nets milestone as Caps keep in hunt

China Daily  

Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin celebrates a goal against the Calgary Flames on Monday. CALGARY, Alberta — Alex Ovechkin scored twice and became the third player in NHL history to have at least 20 goals in 19 consecutive seasons as the Washington Capitals beat the Calgary Flames 5-2 on Monday night. The 38-year-old Ovechkin had two power-play goals in the second …

Ovechkin’s goal streak ends, but Capitals beat Canadiens 4-3
10 months ago

Ovechkin’s goal streak ends, but Capitals beat Canadiens 4-3

Associated Press  

MONTREAL — T.J. Oshie scored the 300th goal of his career, while Aliaksei Protas and Anthony Mantha each had a goal and an assist as Washington delivered with a 4-3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night. “There’s not a point out there that we don’t need right now.” Nick Suzuki, Arber Xhekaj and Alex Newhook scored while Jake …

LeBrun: Can Alex Ovechkin get back on track in pursuit of NHL goals record? Why Bruce Boudreau believes
1 year ago

LeBrun: Can Alex Ovechkin get back on track in pursuit of NHL goals record? Why Bruce Boudreau believes

New York Times  

Is Alex Ovechkin still a slam dunk to eclipse Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goals record? “I do think that,” Bruce Boudreau, Ovechkin’s coach from 2007 to 2012, said Monday over the phone. “But I don’t think that’s happening with Alex.” Bruce Boudreau knows well what Alex Ovechkin is capable of after coaching him from 2007 to 2012. And they just …

Stars goalie Oettinger going home for games in Minnesota
1 year, 8 months ago

Stars goalie Oettinger going home for games in Minnesota

Associated Press  

Dallas Stars goalie Jake Oettinger grew up about 30 miles from the Minnesota Wild’s arena, so coach Pete DeBoer spoke with him about that even before the start of the first-round playoff series that takes him home for Games 3 and 4. “At some point, you can’t buy everyone in Minnesota a ticket to come watch you play.” As for …

Ovechkin Chasing Gretzky: Assisting Ovi on goals is an art
1 year, 11 months ago

Ovechkin Chasing Gretzky: Assisting Ovi on goals is an art

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Va. — Alex Ovechkin certainly has a lot of helpers. “The hardest part about it is not making a 20-foot pass but trying to look off the other team, trying to set something else up because you look at him and then you’re looking where the puck’s coming from,” said Carlson, whose 92 primary assists and 142 total on …

Ovechkin moves to 2nd in NHL goals with 802, passing Howe
2 years ago

Ovechkin moves to 2nd in NHL goals with 802, passing Howe

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin barely looked at the empty net when he shot the puck into it and set off a wild celebration with his teammates and among Washington Capitals fans. “Still a long way.” While it will take at least a couple more years to see if it’s possible for Ovechkin to challenge Gretzky, moving past Howe warranted plenty …

Ovechkin moves into 2nd on NHL goals list, Caps beat Jets
2 years ago

Ovechkin moves into 2nd on NHL goals list, Caps beat Jets

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin scored his 801st and 802nd goals to pass Gordie Howe for second on the NHL career list, and the Washington Capitals beat the Winnipeg Jets 4-1 Friday night to extend their winning streak to four. “It’s nice to get it done at home, in front of our house, family, our friends — obviously fans,” Ovechkin said. …

Ovechkin at 800 now chasing Howe for 2nd on NHL goals list
2 years ago

Ovechkin at 800 now chasing Howe for 2nd on NHL goals list

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin becoming just the third NHL player with 800 goals has put him on the verge taking his next big step in hockey history. The Capitals also host the Toronto Maple Leafs — on “Hockey Night in Canada,” no less — on Saturday and Gordie’s longtime former team, the Detroit Red Wings, on Monday night. “Let’s take …

Alex Ovechkin reaches 800 career goals with hat trick
2 years ago

Alex Ovechkin reaches 800 career goals with hat trick

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Soaked with beer and still wearing his No. Ovechkin became the third NHL player to reach 800 career goals when he scored three times Tuesday night, touching off a wild celebration for his team and an appreciative Chicago crowd. “Soon as it happened, kind of relief,” Ovechkin said after Washington’s 7-3 win over the Blackhawks. “It’s the best …

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