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Alex Ovechkin scored his 892nd career goal, moving him three away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record, but rookie Jackson Blake scored twice to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Washington C...
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Ovechkin is on the verge of becoming the NHL's all-time goals leader, and he can pass Gretzky's mark of 894 before the end of the season.
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Ovechkin could break Gretzky’s record in any of these, although he’s most likely to do so in the April 10, 12, or 13 game.

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Ovechkin scores again, but the Hurricanes beat the Capitals to clinch a playoff spot
Alex Ovechkin scored his 892nd career goal, moving him three away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record, but rookie Jackson Blake scored twice to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Washington Capitals 5-1 on Wednesday night and clinch a playoff spot.
Ovechkin scores goal No. 892, Hurricanes top Capitals, clinch playoff berth
RALEIGH, N.C. -- Alex Ovechkin scored his 892nd goal, moving within three of breaking Wayne Gretzky 's NHL record, but the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Washington Capitals 5-1 to clinch a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the seventh straight season at Lenovo Center on Wednesday.
Takeaways: Ovechkin Hits 892 In Capitals' Otherwise Forgettable Loss To Hurricanes
With the exception of one play to close out the second period — a step closer to history for Alex Ovechkin — there wasn't much for the Washington Capitals to remember from Wednesday's contest against the Carolina Hurricanes.
Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: Capitals star three away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time record
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is one of the most heralded players in NHL history. The legendary forward has already etched his name in history, but he's still chasing Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record.
Alex Ovechkin goals record live updates: Capitals vs. Hurricanes score, highlights
Alex Ovechkin needs four goals to break Wayne Gretzky's NHL career record. Follow along as the Washington Capitals play the Carolina Hurricanes:
PHOTO COLLECTION: Capital's Alex Ovechkin on track to break Gretzky's NHL career goals record
Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin poses with the puck commemorating his 700th NHL career goal that he scored against the New Jersey Devils in the third period at Prudentia
How to Watch Washington Capitals Games (And Alex Ovechkin Chase History)
Alex Ovechkin is about to break Wayne Gretzky’s record for the most NHL goals — here’s how to watch every Capitals game when that might happen
When Will Capitals' Alex Ovechkin Break NHL Goal Record?
Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin and his pursuit of history have been the biggest story in hockey this season, and that story is now entering its fin
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin: Nets 891st career goal
Ovechkin recorded a power-play goal and an even-strength assist in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Bruins. Ovechkin is four goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time record, and he netted his 891st career goal -- and 38th of the season -- with a power-play tally late in the first period.
Capitals & Hurricanes Combine For 114 Penalty Minutes In Final Seven Of Regulation
Despite a 5-1 loss and a less-than-impressive showing against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Washington Capitals weren't going to leave Raleigh quietly.
Hurricanes Defenseman Pulls Dangerous Move in Fight Against Capitals
As the minutes ticked away between the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals, the Hurricanes were running away with an important victory. A win over the C
How to watch Hurricanes vs. Capitals on TV or streaming on Wednesday, April 2
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Bruins call-up fights Capitals journeyman in a long heavyweight bout
McIlrath, the Capitals’ 6-foot-5, 232-pound defenseman used his reach advantage early to pull Viel’s helmet off. But despite giving way three inches and 19 pounds, Viel got inside and eventually separated McIlrath from his headwear too.
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Capitals and Union Market District Announce Capitals SkyRink at Hi-Lawn
At 72 ft x 32 ft, the 2,300 square foot Capitals Rink at Hi-Lawn is the largest outdoor rooftop synthetic rink in the nation. The rink’s vast size allows for general skating while alsoencouraging hockey play with hockey sticks, pucks and goals available to skaters.
Capitals' Logan Thompson exits with upper-body injury
Goalie Logan Thompson left the Washington Capitals' 5-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday night with what the team said was an upper-body injury. Charlie Lindgren took over in net to start the second period,
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Washington Capitals: Lineups, Game Preview and How to Watch
When - 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 2 Where - Lenovo Center; Raleigh, NC How to Watch - FanDuel Sports Network South (WRAL), TNT, truTV, MAX, TVAS, MNMT
Bruins put forth solid effort, but their losing skid hits nine games in loss to Capitals
Alex Ovechkin pulled within four goals of setting the NHL goal-scoring mark, but it was third-period tallies by Dylan Strome and Tom Wilson that sent Boston to defeat.
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