Alex Ovechkin is on a significant quest to tie or exceed Wayne Gretzky's legendary NHL record of 894 goals as he approaches the end of the season with 886 goals. While at 38 years old and needing eight goals in the remaining 15 games, Ovechkin's challenge mirrors Gretzky's historic achievement back in 1994 in San Jose when he hit landmark goals 800 and 801. The Sharks, then in their third franchise year, were engaged in a playoff race, marking the evolving popularity of hockey in the area and making Gretzky's pursuit even more compelling amidst local excitement.
Ovechkin, 38, heads into a game needing eight goals to tie and nine to surpass Gretzky's historic mark of 894 goals—an incredible challenge for the veteran.
Dan Rusanowsky reflects on Gretzky's near-record-setting game in 1994, emphasizing the special atmosphere and excitement that gripped fans as he approached history.
Mike Weaver noted the emerging hockey community's awareness of Gretzky's milestone while focusing primarily on the Sharks' playoff aspirations during that dramatic season.
The Sharks, founded in 1990, represented a new era of professional hockey in the Bay Area, aiming for success after a rocky start in their first two seasons.
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