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Capitals, Alex Ovechkin and Wayne Gretzky

ClutchPoints · 58m

NHL makes stunning Alex Ovechkin update amid Capitals star's Wayne Gretzky pursuit

Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin has now moved within 23 goals of catching Wayne Gretzky for most goals in NHL history.

USA TODAY Sports on MSN · 2h

Alex Ovechkin goal tracker: How close is Capitals star to Wayne Gretzky's record?

Utah Hockey Club. He returned on Dec. 28 and has scored goals in four of his first five games back. Ovechkin entered this season needing 42 goals to break Gretzky's record of 894 career goals,

National Hockey League · 1d

Capitals have retooled roster on fly while Ovechkin closes in on Gretzky

WASHINGTON -- Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals appeared to be at a crossroads after being swept by the New York Rangers in the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. The Capitals had already chosen which direction they were headed nearly two years before, though.

Rangers, Capitals and Alex Ovechkin

The Associated Press on MSN · 6h

Alex Ovechkin scores his 872nd career goal as the Capitals beat the struggling Rangers 7-4

Alex Ovechkin scored his 872nd career goal to move 23 away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record, and the Washington Capitals beat the struggling New York Rangers 7-4.

National Hockey League · 6h

Ovechkin gets No. 872, Capitals score 7 against Rangers

WASHINGTON -- Alex Ovechkin scored his 872nd NHL goal, moving within 23 of breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record, to help the Washington Capitals to a 7-4 win against the New York Rangers at Capital One Arena on Saturday.

Reuters · 6h

Capitals turn on offense to get past Rangers 7-4

Dylan Strome had a goal and two assists, Alex Ovechkin added his 872nd career goal and the Washington Capitals earned a 7-4 victory against the visiting New York Rangers on Saturday.

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Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Chasing Another Goal Record

Alex Ovechkin has been a force with the Washington Capitals this season, no matter if a fractured leg took him out of the lineup for over a month. Ever since re ...

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How to watch Capitals vs. Rangers on TV or streaming on Saturday, January 4

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NHL Predictions: Jan 4 New York Rangers vs Washington Capitals

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are scheduled and offers ...

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Islanders Should Take Lessons From Blues, Capitals & Golden Knights’ Rebuilds

It will not be easy to rebuild, but it is better for the Islanders to try to right the ship and fail than to not try at all.

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Rangers vs Capitals Prediction, Picks & Odds for Saturday’s NHL Game

The Eastern Conference-leading Washington Capitals are clicking on all cylinders, and their high-powered offense is poised to ...

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Rangers ride rare momentum into clash with Capitals

The New York Rangers started the new calendar year with a much-needed win. Now they'll look to keep it going when they visit ...

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Chychrun Feeling At Home With Capitals; Will He Stay Long Term? 'From Top To Bottom, This Organization Has Been Phenomenal'

Jakob Chychrun is feeling right at home with the Washington Capitals. The 26-year-old, who was acquired at the start of free ...

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Capitals To Celebrate Youth Hockey Weekend Jan. 2-5

The Washington Capitals will celebrate Youth Hockey Day on Saturday, Jan. 4, when the Capitals host the New York Rangers at ...

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