“Wayne texted me before the game,” says Alex Ovechkin before reaching The Great One’s record of 894 goals

“Wayne texted me before the game,” says Alex Ovechkin before reaching The Great One’s record of 894 goals

Alex Ovechkin scored his 894th career NHL goal, bringing him within one goal of Wayne Gretzky's record for the most career NHL goals. The Washington Capitals' alternate captain has six upcoming games to set a new record, with his next game against the New York Rangers on April 6, 2025.