Ovechkin Achieves Milestone with First Playoff Overtime Goal in Capitals’ Victory
Alex Ovechkin netted his first career playoff overtime goal, leading the Washington Capitals to a stunning 3-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series. This goal marks a significant milestone in Ovechkin’s illustrious career.
Ovechkin, already established as the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer this season, scored twice on Monday night, including a crucial goal early in the extra session that sealed the win for the Capitals.
Highlights from the Game:
- Ovechkin opened the scoring early in the first period and assisted on Anthony Beauvillier’s second-period goal.
- With this, Ovechkin now tallies a total of 74 career playoff goals, tying him for 13th-most in NHL history with Joe Pavelski.
- At 39, he became the second-oldest player to accomplish a multi-goal playoff game that also included an overtime game-winner, the record being held by Igor Larionov.
Despite a strong start, the Capitals faced pressure as the Canadiens rallied back, scoring twice in the third period through Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki. However, Ovechkin’s late heroics ensured the Capitals took a commanding lead in the best-of-seven series.
Quote: “THE NHL’S ALL-TIME LEADING GOAL SCORER HAS SCORED HIS FIRST CAREER PLAYOFF OVERTIME GOAL,” the Capitals tweeted after the game.
(Translation: NHL’s all-time leading scorer marks a new chapter in his legacy!)
With this victory, the Capitals are now looking to build on their momentum as they aim for playoff success — their first win since 2022.
