Alexander Ovechkin is a Russian professional ice hockey left winger and the captain of the Washington Capitals in the National Hockey League (NHL). Born on September 17, 1985, in Moscow, Russia, he began his professional career with Dynamo Moscow in 2001 before joining the NHL in 2005 with the Capitals.
Ovechkin is widely regarded as one of the greatest goal scorers in NHL history. As of March 20, 2025, he scored his 888th career goal, moving within seven goals of surpassing Wayne Gretzky’s longstanding record of 894 goals.
This milestone has sparked widespread excitement among fans and analysts, who are closely following his pursuit of the record.
Throughout his career, Ovechkin has achieved numerous accolades, including nine Maurice “Rocket” Richard Trophies as the NHL’s leading goal scorer, three Hart Memorial Trophies as the league’s Most Valuable Player, and a Stanley Cup championship with the Capitals in 2018.
Beyond his on-ice achievements, Ovechkin is known for his engaging personality and active presence on social media. He shares insights into his personal and professional life with fans through platforms like Instagram and Twitter.
As Ovechkin continues his chase for the all-time goal-scoring record, fans worldwide remain captivated by his remarkable talent and dedication to the sport.