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Alex Ovechkin breaks NHL goals record

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Sunday marked a monumental day in the history of professional hockey, as Washington Capitals legend Alex Ovechkin became the NHL's all-time leader in goals scored, surpassing Wayne Gretzky when he sco...
The New York Times |
Ovechkin comes to Long Island on Sunday tied with Wayne Gretzky at 894 goals after scoring two at home against the Blackhawks on Friday.
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Fanatics has released new merchandise for all of the fans' record-setting needs.

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