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Capitals' Alex Ovechkin steps closer to record after goal 892

Alex Ovechkin moved three goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record after scoring the 892nd of his career in the the Capitals' game at Carolina on Wednesday night.

Capitals' Logan Thompson exits with upper-body injury

Capitals goalie Logan Thompson left Wednesday night's game against the Hurricanes because of an upper-body injury.

Odds, props to bet Alex Ovechkin's goal record chase

Alex Ovechkin is one of the hottest NHL bets, here are the special markets bettors can bet on as he closes in on the goals scored record.

Why Alex Ovechkin is so dangerous from his 'office'

Top NHL blueliners, goalies and scorers explain Ovi's unique skill as he closes in on Wayne Gretzky's record.

NHL playoff standings: Rangers, Wild both on the ropes?

The teams are struggling to clinch as they match up Wednesday. Plus, bracket projections after a busy Tuesday.

Ovechkin scores, needs 4 more to pass Gretzky for NHL record, and Capitals beat Bruins 4-3

— Alex Ovechkin scored his 891st career goal, moving him four away from passing Wayne Gretzky's NHL record, and Dylan Strome broke a...

Alex Ovechkin scores 891st goal, now four shy of NHL record

Washington captain Alex Ovechkin scored his 891st career goal, moving him four away from passing Wayne Gretzky's NHL record, and Dylan Strome broke a third-period tie Tuesday night to lead the first-place Capitals to a 4-3 victory over the Boston Bruins.