Alex Ovechkin recently scored his 802nd career goal, moving past Gordie Howe on the all-time goals list, with a sense of wanting significance in future milestones. Capitals coach Spencer Carbery predicts that Ovechkin would prefer not to break Wayne Gretzky's scoring record with an empty-netter, emphasizing the importance of context and challenge in monumental moments. Ovechkin, who leads in empty-net goals, still prioritizes meaningful scoring opportunities, showing respect for the record he aims to achieve. A conversation is expected between Carbery and Ovechkin as he approaches Gretzky's record.
Alex Ovechkin demonstrated a desire to avoid scoring his milestone 802nd goal into an empty net, aiming instead for a more significant context in future scoring opportunities.
Capitals coach Spencer Carbery anticipates that Ovechkin will prefer not to break Wayne Gretzky's record with an empty-net score, valuing the historic significance.
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