With the NHL regular season nearing its end, the focus is on Alex Ovechkin as he aims to surpass Wayne Gretzky`s long-standing NHL record for career goals, set in 1999. The Washington Capitals` captain recently increased his career total, scoring his 889th goal in a game against the Winnipeg Jets. He is now just six goals away from tying Gretzky`s record of 894.
Ovechkin has been on a scoring streak, netting three goals in his last five games, with 11 games remaining this season. Betting odds are available to predict whether Ovechkin will break Gretzky`s record this season.
Odds on Ovechkin Breaking Gretzky`s Record This Season:
Yes (-120) No (-110)
Statistics suggest Ovechkin has a significant chance of breaking the record this season.
Predicted Scoring Method for Ovechkin`s Record-Breaking Goal:
Even Strength (-220), Powerplay (+165), Shorthanded (+5000)
This season, Ovechkin has scored more goals at even strength (27) compared to power play goals (9). His last shorthanded goal was in the 2021-22 season.
Teams Ovechkin Might Score His 895th Goal Against:
- Blue Jackets (-110)
- Islanders (+160)
- Hurricanes (+290)
- Penguins (+320)
- Blackhawks (+650)
Ovechkin has a history of scoring against the Blue Jackets, including a goal earlier this season. The Capitals have two more games scheduled against them. They also have two upcoming games against the Islanders, a team Ovechkin hasn`t played against yet this season.
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