Alexander Ovechkin passes Wayne Gretzky: Why it’s not your average record being broken

Alexander Ovechkin has surpassed Wayne Gretzky as the NHL’s all-time goal scorer, achieving this milestone with his 895th goal. Ovechkin’s accomplishment is particularly impressive given Gretzky’s long-standing records in various categories, including points scored and goals in a season. Despite initial doubts about Ovechkin’s ability to break Gretzky’s records, the Washington Capitals left wing has proven himself as the greatest goal scorer in NHL history.

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