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Ovechkin Breaks Gretzky's Goal-Scoring Record with 895th Career Goal
Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin breaks Wayne Gretzky's NHL goal-scoring record, surpassing the legendary player's mark of 894 goals with his 895th career goal.
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky's NHL goal-scoring record, becoming the all-time leader in league history after scoring his 895th career goal. The milestone came on Tuesday evening during a game against an opponent whose name was not specified in your request. Ovechkin surpassed Gretzky, who had held the top spot since breaking Gordie Howe's mark in 1999.
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