Wayne Gretzky Praises Alex Ovechkin

Alex Ovechkin's chase of Wayne Gretzky's goal record on pause because of injury
The Capitals announced Thursday that Ovechkin suffered a fractured left fibula and was expected to miss four to six weeks.From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day.
Alex Ovechkin's quest to break Wayne Gretzky's coveted NHL record on hold after brutal injury
Alex Ovechkin was on pace to become the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer this season, but a broken fibula has put his quest for history on hold.
Wayne Gretzky says Alex Ovechkin has been ‘exceptional’ for hockey as he nears goals record
As Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin closes in on Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record, the Great One told CNBC he has nothing but admiration for the player who could soon dethrone him.
Alex Ovechkin injury update: How broken leg affects Capitals, goal record chase
Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin will miss four to six weeks. What does that mean for the team and his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's goal record?
Alex Ovechkin likely out 4-6 weeks with a broken left leg — pausing his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s career goals record
Alex Ovechkin has a broken left fibula and is expected to be out four to six weeks, an injury that pauses the Washington Capitals captain’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record.
Alex Ovechkin's injury amidst Wayne Gretzky record hunt left NHL fans distraught
On Monday, Ovechkin was pulled in the third period from the Washington Capitals’ game against the Utah Hockey Club due to an injury. Ovechkin and Jack McBain collided knee-on-knee in the middle of the ice on accident and the Capitals forward had to be helped off the ice after the hit.
Alex Ovechkin is on track to break Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record
Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is closing in on the NHL career goals record of 894 held by Wayne Gretzky. Ovechkin has 866 goals after scoring 13 in the first 17 games this season. He needs 29 to set a new record.
Capitals' Alex Ovechkin inches closer to Wayne Gretzky with wild hat trick
Capitals star Alex Ovechkin scored a massive hat trick against the Golden Knights to draw closer to Wayne Gretzky.
Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goals record stalled by injury
Alex Ovechkin is just 27 goals shy from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record, but his chase is put on hold with leg injury.
NHL News: Wayne Gretzky sends a powerful message about Alex Ovechkin's record chase
NHL legend Wayne Gretzky shared his thoughts on Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin, praising his impact on the game as he nears a historic milestone.
After injury, could Alex Ovechkin break Gretzky record at Bruins in Boston?
When the Capitals announced on Thursday that Alex Ovechkin had a broken tibia and would miss 4-6 weeks, astute Bruins fans started checking their calendars and doing math. Ovechkin, who has 868 career goals,
Alex Ovechkin is expected to miss 4 to 6 weeks with broken left leg
The Capitals updated their captain's status Thursday after he was evaluated upon returning from a three-game trip.
Devils legend is bummed Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin’s goal chase is on pause
Broduer is one of few goalies to allow goals to the current all-time leader, Wayne Gretzky, and the possible next No. 1, ...