We're tracking Ovechkin's pursuit of Gretzky's goal record and trying to determine the game in which he's most likely to break the record.

Washington (42-14-8), which has won four in a row, is tied with the Winnipeg Jets for first in the NHL with 92 points. Selanne believes Ovechkin’s record chase is fueling the Capitals, and their success as a team is helping him as well.

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is closing in on two major NHL records: Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal record and the all-time hits record. Despite suffering an injury in November 2024, Ovechkin's durability and performance at 39 are remarkable.