Alex Ovechkin has scored his 888th career goal, moving him just seven goals shy of Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record of 894. The milestone goal came during a home game for the Washington Capitals against the Philadelphia Flyers, followed by fervent fan chants of 'Ovi! Ovi!'. This season, Ovechkin has scored 35 goals, tying him for fourth in the league. With 13 games remaining, he has a feasible chance to possibly break the record and has one more year left on his contract if he doesn't achieve it this season.
Alex Ovechkin scored his 888th career goal to move just seven away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's legendary NHL record of 894 goals, igniting hope among fans.
After scoring against the Philadelphia Flyers, Ovechkin has netted 35 goals this season, tying for fourth in the league and demonstrating his continued prowess.
Fans erupted in chants of 'Ovi! Ovi!' as Ovechkin's historic goal was celebrated, underscoring the excitement surrounding his pursuit of the all-time scoring record.
With 13 games left in the regular season, Ovechkin's pace suggests he has a legitimate opportunity to surpass Gretzky's record later this spring.
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