Ovechkin's legacy is about scoring goals -- as he closes in on Wayne Gretzky's record of 894 -- and these plays are an instrumental part of that legacy. So much so that the area in the left faceoff circle has become known as "Ovi's Office."

His long connection to Russian President Vladimir Putin complicates Alex Ovechkin's legacy in the eyes of some.

The PenFed Foundation is auctioning off tickets in its suite for upcoming games where Alexander Ovechkin could either reach or surpass Wayne Gretzky’s career total.

On June 26, 2004 in Raleigh, the Caps surprised no one when they made Alexander Ovechkin – the "Ovi" handle was still more than a year away – the first overall choice in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft. No one knew it at the time, but the Caps’ fortunes were on the verge of taking a significant upward turn that would span the next two decades.

Opponent for Alex Ovechkin's 895th regular season career goal In 2024/25 regular season: The least profitable bet here is the one where Ovechkin doesn't score the milestone this season, but a.) that's no fun and b.

Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s career goal-scoring record has captivated NHL audiences, including those sitting inside the Hurricanes’ locker room.