The Washington Capitals are set to face the Pittsburgh Penguins after the NHL's break, with Alex Ovechkin nearing Wayne Gretzky's goals record. During a recent dinner in Miami, Evgeni Malkin tried discussing Ovechkin's pursuit but noted Ovechkin prefers to keep the focus on enjoying his game. Ovechkin enters the matchup with 879 goals, needing 16 more for the record. Malkin, recovering from injury, expresses his hope for Ovechkin's success, marking a significant friendship evolution from their earlier rivalry.
"He just relax. I try to ask him about goals, but he doesn't want to talk too much. He wants just enjoy it, he wants just relax."
"I want to say maybe a couple years ago, I'm not believe he's broken the record. But now it's like no choice, of course, maybe not this year, but 100 percent next year."
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