Is Alex Ovechkin’s new NHL goals record unreachable? Explaining the historical context
It’s the hockey equivalent of Barry Bonds passing Hank Aaron with his 756th home run, or LeBron James passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar with his 38,388th point — a modern legend chasing down one of the most revered records in sports, held by one of the most revered athletes of all time. Here’s a little historical perspective on Ovechkin’s feat:
Alex Ovechkin Completes “THE GR8 CHASE,” Passes Wayne Gretzky for the Most Goals in NHL History
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin today scored his 895th career goal to complete “THE GR8 CHASE” and surpass Wayne Gretzky for the most goals in NHL history, a record “The Great One” held since he registered his 802nd career goal on March 23,
Alex Ovechkin celebrates after his 881st career NHL goal during the second period against the Edmonton Oilers. Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Alex Ovechkin may be fast ...
WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin came into Friday night's game against the Chicago Blackhawks three goals shy of the magic number that has loomed over this hockey season: 895. Two goals would tie the ...
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