Alex Ovechkin, Wayne Gretzky and NHL

Alex Ovechkin's chase of Wayne Gretzky's goal record on pause because of injury
The Capitals announced Thursday that Ovechkin suffered a fractured left fibula and was expected to miss four to six weeks.From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day.
NHL great Wayne Gretzky says Alex Ovechkin has been ‘exceptional' for hockey as he nears goals record
NHL legend Wayne Gretzky said Alex Ovechkin has been exceptional for the game of hockey. The "Great One" said all records must come to an end, as the Capitals star approaches his all-time goals mark. Gretzky said the NHL is in a great place and believes getting youth involved is key to the league's growth.
Alex Ovechkin's quest to break Wayne Gretzky's coveted NHL record on hold after brutal injury
Alex Ovechkin was on pace to become the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer this season, but a broken fibula has put his quest for history on hold.
Wayne Gretzky leaves no doubt on Alexander Ovechkin's NHL goal record chase after Capitals star's injury
Wayne Gretzky stands atop the NHL's all-time goals scored list, but Alexander Ovechkin is not far behind. The Washington Capitals star's journey to immortality took a hit on Monday when the player suffered an injury, but he's still likely to eventually break Gretzky's record.
Alex Ovechkin's injury amidst Wayne Gretzky record hunt left NHL fans distraught
On Monday, Ovechkin was pulled in the third period from the Washington Capitals’ game against the Utah Hockey Club due to an injury. Ovechkin and Jack McBain collided knee-on-knee in the middle of the ice on accident and the Capitals forward had to be helped off the ice after the hit.
Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goals record stalled by injury
Alex Ovechkin is just 27 goals shy from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record, but his chase is put on hold with leg injury.
NHL News: Wayne Gretzky sends a powerful message about Alex Ovechkin's record chase
NHL legend Wayne Gretzky shared his thoughts on Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin, praising his impact on the game as he nears a historic milestone.
Alex Ovechkin is on track to break Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record
Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is closing in on the NHL career goals record of 894 held by Wayne Gretzky. Ovechkin has 866 goals after scoring 13 in the first 17 games this season. He needs 29 to set a new record.
WATCH: When Wayne Gretzky scored his first ever NHL goal against Vancouver Canucks in 1979
On October 14, 1979, Wayne Gretzky scored the first goal of his NHL career. The Edmonton Oilers were playing their third NHL game, facing the Vancouver Canucks at Northlands Coliseum.
Today in Sports History: Wayne Gretzky scores his 600th NHL goal
Wayne Gretzky scores his 600th NHL goal. 1947 — Sammy Baugh throws six touchdown passes as the Washington Redskins beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 45-21. 1958 — Bobby Mitchell of the Cleveland Browns returns a punt and a kickoff for touchdowns in a 28-14 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Devils legend is bummed Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin’s goal chase is on pause
When the Devils visit the Capitals on Saturday night, they’ll do so with no chance of aiding Washington captain Alex Ovechkin’s chase for the all-time scoring record. That’s because Ovechkin, who stormed out to 15 goals in 18 games and trails Wayne Gretzky by 26 for a share of the lead,
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Who has scored the most goals in NHL history?
At the time of his retirement in 1999, Wayne Gretzky owned or shared 61 NHL records, including the mark for the most career goals. "The Great One" finished his unparalleled 20-year career with ...