Capitals, Alex Ovechkin

Capitals Alex Ovechkin Defying Odds in Historic Pursuit
The Washington Capitals are having a revival within the Metropolitan Division. The team is 9-3 throughh their first 12 games, putting them in second place in the division. Fueling the Capitals' ascent this season is their captain and legendary goal scorer Alex Ovechkin.
Alex Ovechkin is scoring and helping teammates and the Washington Capitals are off to a hot start
Alex Ovechkin is off to a hot start, and so are the Washington Capitals. Ovechkin is scoring at a pace that could get him past Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record this season.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin pulls off rare NHL feat last seen in 1980-81
And once again, Alex Ovechkin has played a huge role in helping the Caps get out of the gates fast, and he accomplished something that hasn't been seen in the NHL in over 40 years. Ovechkin has already racked up six goals and seven assists in 10 games,
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Capitals' Alex Ovechkin: Roaring toward Gretzky's record
That leaves him 31 shy of Wayne Gretzky's NHL record, a total he could hit as soon as March. Ovie's first goal, which came in the second period, stood as the winner. His second came on the power play early in the third period.
Lindros believes Ovechkin can break Gretzky's NHL all-time goals record this season
Eric Lindros says there’s no question that Alex Ovechkin will break Wayne Gretzky’s NHL all-time goals record. To the Hockey Hall of Famer, the only question is when. “I think he might hit it this year,
Alex Ovechkin edges closer to all-time goals lead as Caps rout Blues
Alex Ovechkin scored twice to add to his historic goal total and power the visiting Washington Capitals past the St. Louis Blues 8-1 Saturday.
NHL Roundup: Ovechkin scores twice to lead Capitals to blowout win over Blues
Washington’s Alex Ovechkin and Connor McMichael each scored two goals Saturday night, sparking the Capitals to an 8-1 victory over St. Louis.
Alex Ovechkin career goal tracker: How close is the Capitals captain to breaking Wayne Gretzky's record
Pro hockey is a young man’s game, unless you’re Alex Ovechkin
At 39, Alex Ovechkin remains a relentless goal scorer, and his teammates ‘don’t think there’ll ever be anybody like him again ...
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Ovechkin, Capitals give kids ‘best day ever’ at Hockey Fights Cancer skate
That was among the many special moments for 11-year-old Cooper Trueblood at the Washington Capitals’ annual Hockey Fights ...
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Nashville Predators lose 3-2 to Capitals after career goal No. 861 for Alex Ovechkin
The Nashville Predators lost 3-2 to the Washington Capitals on Wednesday night after Alex Ovechkin's go-ahead goal in ...
Ovechkin, McMichael each scores twice as Capitals skate to 8-1 victory over the Blues
Washington’s Alex Ovechkin and Connor McMichael each scored two goals Saturday night, sparking the Capitals to an 8-1 victory ...
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Capitals Crush Blues 8-1 as Ovechkin Nears Gretzky’s Record in Washington’s Dominant St. Louis Victory
The Washington Capitals defeated the St. Louis Blues 8-1, with Ovechkin scoring twice and Logan Thompson setting a franchise ...
GAMEDAY: Maple Leafs get first dose of Alex Ovechkin and Capitals this season
Toronto will have a challenge in keeping Washington Capitals superstar sniper Alex Ovechkin at bay. When: Wednesday, 7:30 p.m ...
Ovechkin scores his 861st career goal as the Capitals hand the struggling Predators another loss
Alex Ovechkin scored the go-ahead goal midway through the third period to reach 861 in his career and help the Washington ...
Strome Credits Backstrom As He Thrives In Role As Ovechkin's Center: 'Lots To Learn From Him'
Strome also credited Backstrom for his support as he's found a home in D.C. over the last two and a half seasons. The two ...