Alex Ovechkin continues his pursuit of history, scoring his 37th goal of the season in a recent game against the Buffalo Sabres. This goal brings him within five goals of tying Wayne Gretzky`s legendary NHL record. With the regular season nearing its end and only nine games remaining, the 39-year-old Ovechkin has a limited window to score the five goals needed to surpass Gretzky this year. His next opportunity comes on Tuesday, April 1st, when the Washington Capitals face off against the Boston Bruins on the road.
Will Ovechkin Break the Record This Season?
Odds from BetMGM currently suggest a strong likelihood of Ovechkin breaking Gretzky`s record this season:
- Yes (-170)
- No (+135)
SportsLine data indicated that Ovechkin`s chances of breaking the record this season were around 62% before his Sunday goal. Following his latest score, his probability has increased to over 70%, reflecting his continued progress towards this historic milestone.
Prediction for Ovechkin`s 895th Goal Method
Betting odds are also available for how Ovechkin will score his potential record-breaking 895th goal:
- Even Strength (-220)
- Powerplay (+165)
- Shorthanded (+5000)
This season, Ovechkin has found the net 28 times at even strength and 9 times on the power play. His last shorthanded goal was during the 2021-22 season.
Teams Ovechkin Might Score His 895th Goal Against
Here are the teams against whom Ovechkin is most likely to score his 895th goal, according to betting odds:
- Blue Jackets (+280)
- Islanders (+475)
- Penguins(+600)
- Hurricanes (+950)
- Blackhawks (+3000)
- Bruins (+25000)
Ovechkin has a history of success against the Blue Jackets, with six goals in their last 10 matchups, including one earlier this season. The Capitals have two more games scheduled against Columbus this season, along with two games each against the New York Islanders and Carolina Hurricanes, providing further opportunities for Ovechkin to reach this milestone.
