Ovi Makes History

03/22/2023 Ovi Makes History

By: Jeff Yoder

Alex Ovechkin (40th Goal) Passes Wayne Gretzky for Most 40-Goal Seasons in NHL History

Move over, Wayne Gretzky. As Alex Ovechkin nears the end of his career, NHL records continue to fall. On Tuesday, Ovechkin scored his 40th goal of the season for the Capitals in a 7-6 overtime loss to the Blue Jackets. And although a 40-goal season may not be earth-shattering, Ovi’s 13th 40-goal season in his career broke Wayne Gretzky’s record (12) for most 40-goal seasons in NHL history. The 37-year-old scored off a deflection early in the first period last night. Gretzky still holds the NHL’s all-time goals record with 894, but Ovechkin is closing in fast (820).

 

Watch: Ovechkin Breaks Gretzky’s Record With 13th 40-Goal Season

 

Other NHL Highlights

 

Bruins Win 4th Straight: The Bruins’ history chase continued on Tuesday with a 2-1 win over the Senators for their fourth straight. Linus Ullmark made 40 saves and Boston is now within eight wins of the NHL single-season record (62).

 

Canes Make Comeback: The Hurricanes rallied to beat the Rangers with a three-goal third period on Tuesday (3-2) to halt New York’s win streak at four games. Teuvo Teravainen scored the game-winner with 2:33 left, and Carolina extended its lead in the Metro race.

 

Wild Win at the Horn: Matt Boldy scored with 1.3 seconds left in overtime to lift the Wild over the Devils (2-1, OT) and put Minnesota back in a tie with Dallas for the top spot in the Central.

 

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