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A monumental moment in hockey history unfolded today as Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin officially became the greatest goal scorer the NHL has ever seen.

Ovechkin scored his 895th career goal, surpassing the legendary Wayne Gretzky’s record of 894 goals—a mark that many believed would never be broken. With that dramatic goal, the 39-year-old Russian-born winger ended years of speculation and pursuit, etching his name into the record books.

"The chasing days are done," declared announcers as the puck hit the back of the net. Ovechkin, filled with emotion, celebrated with his teammates and addressed the crowd: "Fellas, I love you. We did it, boys. We did it."

A first overall draft pick in 2004, Ovechkin is a three-time MVP and helped lead the Capitals to their first and only Stanley Cup title in 2018. But this record-breaking moment has placed him in a league of his own.

Wayne Gretzky, known globally as “The Great One,” graciously congratulated Ovechkin, saying, “I know how hard it is to get to 894. 895 is pretty special.” Gretzky added that while records are made to be broken, it’s hard to imagine anyone topping Ovechkin’s new mark.

Fans around the world—especially in Ovechkin’s native Russia—celebrated the historic milestone, with congratulatory messages pouring in from fans and government officials alike.

“All of you fans, for the whole world, Russian, we did it, boys,” Ovechkin said, beaming with gratitude.

Today, Alex Ovechkin becomes not only a record holder, but a symbol of determination, longevity, and excellence in one of the world’s most demanding sports. His legacy, like his career, is forever etched in ice.

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Alex Ovechkin Breaks Wayne Gretzky’s Record, Becomes NHL’s All-Time Leading Goal Scorer