As Alex Ovechkin gets closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky’s record for the most goals in NHL history, Gretzky himself will be there to watch. Gretzky intends to travel to games as Ovechkin gets closer to the record.
Ovechkin recently scored his 887th career goal against the San Jose Sharks. He now needs just eight more goals in the remaining 14 games of the season to surpass Gretzky. While it’s not guaranteed, Ovechkin has the ability to go on a scoring streak before the season ends on April 17.
As Ovechkin gets closer to Gretzky’s record, “The Great One” will be present to see it happen live. Gretzky and NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman are planning to attend multiple games when Ovechkin is on the verge of making history.
Jon Weinstein, the NHL’s chief communications officer, stated that Alex Ovechkin’s chase for the all-time goal-scoring record is a significant event not only for hockey but for the entire sports world. The league is excited to celebrate this historic pursuit in various ways to highlight its importance.
Ovechkin needs to pick up his scoring pace if he wants to catch Gretzky this season, especially after not scoring in the Capitals’ 4-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday.
However, Ovechkin is known for big games and scoring streaks. Just one such game could bring him very close to Gretzky. Ovechkin has 32 career hat tricks, and a 33rd would significantly close the gap.
Ovechkin will continue his quest to break the record when the Capitals play against the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night.
