Ovechkin Injured, 27 Goals Shy of Gretzky Record

Alex Ovechkin tied an NHL record by scoring against his 178th different goaltender, Connor Ingram, during the Washington Capitals' 6-2 victory over the Utah Hockey Club. The Capitals captain scored twice before leaving in the third period with a left leg injury after colliding with Utah forward Jack McBain. Ovechkin, who has been on a scoring streak with five goals in his last two games, now leads the league with 15 goals this season and is 27 goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky's all-time record. Despite his injury, the Capitals completed a successful road trip, outscoring their opponents 16-6 over three games. The team is awaiting further details on Ovechkin's condition, expected by Tuesday. His impressive performance has been crucial for the Capitals, helping them maintain their winning momentum.