Ovechkin's Record-Breaking Journey

0:00The latest scores, headlines and storylines, right here on NHL News today. Subscribe and stay game ready. Alexander Ovechkin stands as one of the greatest goal scores in NHL history with 921 goals since his debut in 2005. That's 269 more than Sydney Crosby in second place among active players. Recently, he nashed his 8th and a 95th goal to break Wayne Gretzky's record, solidifying his spot among the all-time greats. Earlier this year, on April 6, 2025, Ovechkin celebrated that milestone puck after a win over the New York Islanders. Back in February 2019, he also passed Sergei Fedorov for the most points by a Russian-born player with his 1,100th point. His parents, both elite Soviet air athletes, marked the moment with a heartfelt letter to their son. Ovechkin's drive stems from a tough childhood in post-Soviet Russia, where he lost his older brother Sergei to a car accident-related blood clot at age 10.

1:03That tragedy fueled his focus on hockey amidst street dangers that claimed many friends. His family home outside Moscow now doubles as an unofficial museum packed with his gear, statues and memorabilia from his career. These days, the once wild bachelor is settled down, married to Anastasia Shipskaya since 2016, with the son also named Sergei, born in 2018. He's tight with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who even sent wedding gifts, adding a layer of intrigue to his Washington life. His journey peaked with the capital Stanley Cup win in 2018, where he earned playoff MVP honors. Celebrations were legendary, from nightclub benders in Las Vegas to fountain swims and barbecues back home, stretching the cup's 100-day team. Share to the max. Quick thanks to today's sponsor. See the description for more. It looks like a pillow. It sounds like headphones. Built for comfort and sound. S-O-L-L-I-SoliPillo.com