Ovechkin scores No. 889, now 6 from NHL record

In a game against the Winnipeg Jets, Alex Ovechkin scored his 889th career goal, bringing him within six goals of breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record. Despite the Washington Capitals losing in overtime, Ovechkin’s performance showcased his remarkable season, where he has bounced back from a 16-game absence due to injury. With 36 goals this season, Ovechkin is on track to reach 40 goals for the 14th time, setting a new league record and drawing closer to Gretzky’s milestone.

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