Alex Ovechkin, the impactful forward for the Washington Capitals, is nearing a monumental achievement in NHL history. With a total of 884 career goals, he is only 11 goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goals record of 894.

Ovechkin scored Washington’s only goal during a recent game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, which ended in a 3-1 loss. Given the current pace, if he remains healthy, Ovechkin could become the new all-time goals leader in the NHL before the season concludes.

This season has proven challenging for him, as he has scored only 31 goals, marking his lowest tally since the 2012-2013 season. Despite this, he continues to play a crucial role in the Capitals’ attack and remains a significant presence on their power-play unit. As he chases history, all eyes will remain on him to see if he can clinch this remarkable feat.