Alex Ovechkin has continued to showcase his prowess as a premier goal scorer, solidifying his legacy in NHL history. In a notable game against the New York Islanders, Ovechkin achieved a historic milestone by surpassing Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal record, netting his 895th goal.

“Alex Ovechkin is the greatest goalscorer in NHL history!” — NHL

Ovechkin’s impressive career stats illustrate his ongoing dominance on the ice:

• 2022-23 season: 42 goals
• 2023-24 season: 31 goals
• 2024-25 season: 42 goals

His journey to this achievement has not been without challenges, including a season impacted by injuries. Nevertheless, Ovechkin has consistently maintained a high level of performance.

Comparatively, during his illustrious career, Gretzky managed to score his goals over 1,487 games in the much different landscape of 1970s hockey, highlighting the evolution of the sport.

With the record now behind him, Ovechkin is poised to continue adding to his goal total, potentially eyeing a monumental 1,000 goals before his career concludes.