Alex Ovechkin Scores 861st Career Goal

Alex Ovechkin scored his 861st career goal, leading the Washington Capitals to a 3-2 victory over the struggling Nashville Predators. This goal moves him closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record of 894, as he now needs just 34 more to surpass it. Ovechkin's resurgence has been fueled by strong performances from his line mates, Dylan Strome and Aliaksei Protas, who are contributing significantly to the Capitals' offensive success. The Capitals have won nine of their first 12 games and are currently on a pace for Ovechkin to score 52 goals this season. Despite the loss, the Predators continue to struggle, falling to a 4-8-1 record, while their coach acknowledged the frustration within the team. Washington's early season success is attributed to their high-scoring offense, with Ovechkin's leadership playing a pivotal role in their performance.