Ovechkin's goal song, “Shake, Rattle & Roll” by Big Joe Turner, blared from the speakers ... in between his emotional moments paying tribute to Gretzky and his family.

Alex Ovechkin tied Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's career goal leader on Friday night ... putting him 11th (1,617) in the category. Joe Sakic, 10th in points at 1,641, could be within reach next season.

1986 — Washington ends the game on a 18-0 run in the last 3 minutes, 49 seconds and wins it on a banked Dudley Bradley 3-pointer at the horn. The 76ers had a seemingly safe 94-77 lead, but do not ...

Alex Ovechkin has a new chase to focus on in trading his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL goals record for a second Stanley Cup title as he and the Eastern ...

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Alex Ovechkin tied Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's career goal leader ... putting him 11th (1,617) in the category. Joe Sakic, 10th in points at 1,641, could be within reach next season.

Alex Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record—now the GOAT debate demands fresh, era-aware perspective ...

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin tied Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal record Friday night with two scores against the Chicago Blackhawks. "The Great One" was in the building, with ...