Alex Ovechkin scored three goals in the Washington Capitals’ 7-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers, bringing his career total to 882 goals. This performance leaves him just 13 goals shy of Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL record of 894. Despite missing 16 games earlier in the season due to a broken leg, the 39-year-old is on pace to break the record this spring. Ovechkin’s hat trick was his second of the season, making him the third player in NHL history to achieve multiple hat tricks at age 39 or older. His next goal will be his 30th of the season, marking his 18th season reaching that milestone. Ovechkin’s scoring prowess continues to amaze teammates and fans alike, with his relentless pursuit of Gretzky’s record captivating the hockey world.
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