Despite suffering a 3-1 loss against the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Washington Capitals saw an important milestone as Alex Ovechkin scored his 884th career goal, his 31st of the season. This goal moves Ovechkin closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal record, needing just 10 more to tie and 11 to break it. In addition, Ovechkin is nearing 1,600 career points, needing two more to join an elite group of NHL players. Matt Roy also celebrated his 100th career assist on this pivotal goal, underlining individual achievements amidst team struggles.
Alex Ovechkin scored his 884th career goal late in the Capitals' 3-1 loss, marking his team-leading 31st goal of the season.
The goal brings Ovechkin to within 10 of tying Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record of 894 goals, positioning him to break it soon.
Ovechkin is approaching the milestone of 1,600 career points, needing just two more to become the 11th NHL player to reach this mark.
Matt Roy registered his 100th career assist on Ovechkin's goal, highlighting a significant achievement for both players amidst the team’s loss.
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