In the Washington Capitals' season finale, Alex Ovechkin scored his 897th career goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The one-timer goal, assisted by Dylan Strome, narrowed the Penguins' lead to 3-2. Ovechkin's goal was his 44th this season, showcasing an impressive scoring rate of 0.68 goals per game, despite missing 17 games due to injury. He tied Gordie Howe's record for most goals scored at age 39 or older. Ovechkin ended the season third in NHL goal rankings, continuing to defy age with a noteworthy performance against his longtime rival, Sidney Crosby.
Ovechkin's 897th career goal against the Penguins marked another milestone, tying him with Gordie Howe for the most goals scored by a player age 39 or older.
Despite missing 17 games this season, Ovechkin finished third in the NHL in goals, underlining his consistent scoring ability even as he ages.
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