Alex Ovechkin is on the verge of hockey history! He recently scored his 37th goal of the season, bringing his career total to 890. This leaves him just five goals shy of tying Wayne Gretzky`s all-time NHL record.
With only nine games remaining in the regular season, the 39-year-old Ovechkin has a limited window this season to score the five goals needed to surpass Gretzky. His next chance comes on Tuesday, April 1st, when the Washington Capitals play against the Boston Bruins on the road.
Will Ovechkin Break the Record This Season?
Betting odds suggest a strong likelihood. The odds for Ovechkin breaking Gretzky`s record this season are -170 (Yes), while the odds against are +135 (No).
SportsLine data indicates Ovechkin`s chances of breaking the record this season have increased to over 70% after his recent goal.
How Will Ovechkin Score Goal #895?
The odds favor an even-strength goal (-220), followed by a powerplay goal (+165). A shorthanded goal is considered much less likely (+5000).
So far this season, Ovechkin has scored 28 even-strength goals and 9 powerplay goals. He hasn`t scored shorthanded since the 2021-22 season.
Against Which Team Will Ovechkin Score His 895th Goal?
- Blue Jackets (+280)
- Islanders (+475)
- Penguins (+600)
- Hurricanes (+950)
- Blackhawks (+3000)
- Bruins (+25000)
Ovechkin has a good track record against the Blue Jackets, scoring six goals in their last ten matchups, including one earlier this season. The Capitals have two more games scheduled against Columbus, as well as two games each against the Islanders and Hurricanes, providing multiple opportunities for Ovechkin to reach the milestone.
