Ovechkin reaches legend status: 894 goals - tie with Gretzky!
Ovechkin reaches legend status: 894 goals - tie with Gretzky!
In a memorable moment of NHL history, Alexander Ovechkin set the record of Wayne Gretzky on Friday in the 5:3 home win of the Washington Capitals against the Chicago Blackhawks with two goals. With a total of 894 goals in the basic round, the 39-year-old striker now draws the same with the legendary player, who also scored 894 goals between 1979 and 1999. Ovechkin was after his 1,486. Play overjoyed and described Gretzky's presence as a "huge honor" during the game.
The support of Gretzky, who was present during the game, was particularly moving and took a photo with the entire team after the game in the Capitals cabin. He also gave Ovechkin, his sons and the puck of Ovechkis 894. Wayne Gretzky praised Ovechkin and explained that he was proud of him and that he was great for sport.record and responsibility
Before the game, Gretzky Ovechkin had asked for "scoring three goals". Despite the request and several clear opportunities, including a shot that hit Knights shoulder, Ovechkin did not want to intervene in a possible empty goal for his teammate Ryan Leonard. Leonard finally achieved his first NHL goal into the empty network and sealed the 5: 3 victory.
ovechkin scored in the 47th minute to 4: 3 in the power play and achieved his 41st goal of goal. The fans celebrated him enthusiastically, and among the spectators there were also his sons, who could experience the special event. Next Sunday, Ovechkin has the chance to become the sole record holder when the capital competes against the New York Islanders.
Current developments in the NHL
Apart from Ovechki's historical moment, the NHL season was also exciting for other teams and players. Marco Kasper scored the gateway to the Detroit Red Wings against the Carolina Hurricanes in the 5:3 win of the Detroit Red Wings and brings it to 16 goals. The Red Wings remain in the playoff race of the Eastern Conference, but have a gap of four points to the eight-placed Montreal Canadiens.
In contrast, the Minnesota Wild with Marco Rossi had to accept another defeat. The team lost 1: 3 against the New York Islanders and remains in eighth place in the Western Conference. with five outstanding games.| Details | |
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