Alexander Ovechkin scores 892st goal against Carolina Hurricanes

What a time to be alive!

After inching closer to Wayne Gretzky's record in yesterday's matchup against the Boston Bruins, Alexander Ovechkin took another step toward Wayne Gretzky's all-time scoring record.

The 39-year-old entered tonight's matchup with an impressive 38 regular-season goals, and reaching the 40-goal mark would be an incredible feat as his age, let alone the scoring title.

Now, "The Great Eight" is just 3 goals shy of hockey's scoring crown.

With just 5 seconds left in the 2nd period, Alexander Ovechkin unleashed a blistering slap-shot from his office, sending fans in the building into a frenzy.

The power-play goal was setup thanks by some slick play-making by Jacob Chychrun and Dylan Strome.

Following last night's victory, Alexander Ovechkin made himself available to the media, acknowledging how close he is to breaking the record.

Earlier today, Wayne Gretzky announced his intentions to follow Alexander Ovechkin from city-to-city, determined to be the first to congratulate the Russian phenom when he breaks the record.

Wayne Gretzky may need to close off his schedule for the next two weeks, as Alexander Ovechkin could seize the moment at any moment.

The Washington Capitals now look ahead to Friday when they take on the woeful Chicago Blackhawks.

The Blackhawks have had an abysmal 2024-25 campaign, so keep an eye on that matchup --Ovechkin is sure to light the lamp.