Alex Ovechkin has broken Wayne Gretzky’s long-standing NHL record by scoring his 895th career goal, a feat many believed was impossible to surpass. Here’s a comparison of their illustrious careers:
Wayne Gretzky
- Born: January 26, 1961
- Hometown: Brantford, Ontario
- NHL Debut: October 10, 1979
- First Goal: October 14, 1979
- Stanley Cup Titles: 4 (all with Edmonton in 1984, 1985, 1987, 1988)
- Teams: Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, St. Louis Blues, New York Rangers
- Games Played: 1,487
- NHL Records: 55, including most assists (1,963) and points (2,857)
Alex Ovechkin
- Born: September 17, 1985
- Hometown: Moscow
- NHL Debut: October 5, 2005
- First Goal: October 5, 2005 (scored twice)
- Stanley Cup Title: 1 with Washington in 2018
- Teams: Washington Capitals
- Games Played: 1,487
- NHL Records: Most goals (895), power-play goals (325), and shots (6,851)
Ovechkin’s achievement marks a historic moment in NHL history, as he continues to redefine what’s possible in the league.