Alex Ovechkin achieved a historic milestone by scoring his 895th career goal, making him the top scorer in NHL history and surpassing Wayne Gretzky's long-standing record. His record-breaking goal occurred during a game against the New York Islanders on a power play. Celebrated by fans and teammates, Ovechkin emphasized the team's support in his success, while NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman acknowledged the significance of this achievement after 31 years of Gretzky's record. Ovechkin expressed gratitude towards his teammates, showcasing the camaraderie that has defined his career.
Ovechkin broke a record that stood for 31 years and appeared to be one of the most untouchable in sports, scoring his 895th career goal.
Ovechkin said, "Like I always said, all the time, it's a team sport and without my boys - the whole organization, the fans, the trainers, coaches - I would never stand there."
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