"Ovechkin's 928th career goal came after a fortunate bounce. Jakob Chychrun sent what appeared to be an indirect shot toward Ovechkin, hoping for a redirect as the Capitals captain was skating towards the net."
"The goal would stand up as the game-winner in the Capitals' 6-4 victory. Ovechkin raised his stick triumphantly and flashed a big smile as Capital One Arena roared."
"For Ovechkin, the game-winner marked his fifth of the 2025-26 season and the 141st of his career, extending his NHL record. The next closest player is Jaromir Jagr, who finished his career with 135."
Alex Ovechkin scored two goals in a 6-4 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, including the game-winner. His 928th career goal came after a fortunate bounce and a setup by Connor McMichael. Ovechkin's goal marked his fifth game-winner of the season and the 141st of his career, extending his NHL record. The multi-goal game was his 185th, closing the gap to Wayne Gretzky's record of 189. Ovechkin has scored five goals in his last three games, including a hat trick.
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