One of the great records in NHL history seems set to fall, with Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin closing in on the goal-scoring record set by Wayne Gretzky during an incredible 20-year career.

Alex Ovechkin tied Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's career goal leader ... he'll have more chances to pile up career statistics. A couple of them: Points: Ovechkin overtook Phil Esposito's career ...

Alex Ovechkin has surpassed Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL career goal mark, sparking a significant debate in hockey. However, ...

Here is everything Ovechkin said in his postgame press conference after breaking Gretzky's all-time goals record: On how it feels to break Wayne Gretzky's record: "To be honest wi ...

Wayne Gretzky has called Connor McDavid the greatest player on the planet. McDavid struggled with injuries late in the season ...

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin has broken Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goal record ... Here's a breakdown of Ovechkin's ...

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin has tied Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goal record ... Here's a breakdown of Ovechkin's statistics in the Gretzky chase (through April 4): OVECHKIN VS. GRETZKY: ...

What is NHL goals record? Gretzky's stats and records Wayne Gretzky holds numerous NHL records, including those for career ...

Alex Ovechkin tied Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's career goal leader on Friday night ... In addition to the career goal record, ...

Wayne Gretzky is widely considered to be the best ... the game faster than anyone else was the key to his otherworldly stats. It took some time for things to shake out, but the more free-flowing ...