Ovechkin's Chase For Gretzky Heats Up As Capitals Face Sabres
All eyes will be on Alexander Ovechkin when the Washington Capitals host the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday night. Ovechkin is just two goals away from tying Gordie Howe for second place on the NHL's all-time goals list, and he could make history on home ice.
Ovechkin's Historic Season
Ovechkin has been on a tear this season, scoring 48 goals in 69 games. He is on pace to break his own single-season record of 65 goals, set in 2007-08.
Ovechkin's success is due in part to his incredible shot. He has one of the hardest shots in the NHL, and he is able to score from anywhere on the ice.
Ovechkin is also a very good skater. He is able to get to the net quickly and create scoring chances for himself.
Gretzky's Record
Wayne Gretzky is the NHL's all-time leading scorer with 894 goals. He set the record in 1989-90, and it has stood ever since.
Ovechkin is one of only a few players who have a chance to break Gretzky's record. He is still 36 goals away, but he is on pace to do it.
If Ovechkin can break Gretzky's record, it would be one of the greatest achievements in NHL history. It would also be a major boost for the Capitals, who are trying to win their first Stanley Cup since 1998.
Capitals Face Sabres
The Capitals will face a tough test on Tuesday night when they host the Sabres. The Sabres are one of the hottest teams in the NHL, and they are fighting for a playoff spot.
The Capitals will need to be at their best if they want to beat the Sabres. They will need to get Ovechkin the puck in scoring position, and they will need to limit the Sabres' scoring chances.
If the Capitals can win, Ovechkin will have a chance to tie Howe for second place on the NHL's all-time goals list on home ice. It would be a special moment for Ovechkin and the Capitals.
Different Perspectives
There are different perspectives on Ovechkin's chase for Gretzky's record. Some people believe that Ovechkin will break the record, while others believe that it is too difficult to do.
Those who believe that Ovechkin will break the record point to his incredible scoring ability. They also point to the fact that he is still relatively young, and he has many years left in his career.
Those who believe that Ovechkin will not break the record point to the fact that Gretzky's record is one of the most difficult to break in all of sports. They also point to the fact that Ovechkin is playing in a different era, and the game is more difficult to score in now than it was when Gretzky played.
Conclusion
Only time will tell if Ovechkin can break Gretzky's record. But one thing is for sure: Ovechkin is one of the greatest scorers in NHL history, and he is capable of anything.
The Capitals will face the Sabres on Tuesday night, and Ovechkin will have a chance to tie Howe for second place on the NHL's all-time goals list. It would be a special moment for Ovechkin and the Capitals, and it would bring Ovechkin one step closer to Gretzky's record.