The PenFed Foundation is auctioning off tickets in its suite for upcoming games where Alexander Ovechkin could either reach or surpass Wayne Gretzky’s career total.

Alexander Ovechkin is closing in on the record for the most goals scored in the National Hockey League. While his achievement is being applauded by most, for some, his support of Vladimir Putin leaves a sour taste.

Barry Trotz on how Ovechkin has continued to evolve as opponents adjust to him: "He could take hard coaching, and that’s very, very unique."

Raised in Moscow within the Soviet sports system by parents who were accomplished athletes, Alex Ovechkin was given every chance to succeed at hockey and along the way showed he didn’t need special treatment.

Opponent for Alex Ovechkin's 895th regular season career goal In 2024/25 regular season: The least profitable bet here is the one where Ovechkin doesn't score the milestone this season, but a.) that's no fun and b.

Ovechkin hit the NHL with literally a thundering, glass-breaking crash — the hit that he delivered on Columbus defenseman Radoslav Suchy that cracked the plexiglass on his very first NHL shift. He scored twice in that game, too, but afterward, all anyone could recall was that monstrous hit.

Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin honors Marc-Andre Fleury's legendary career after a loss to the Minnesota Wild, recognizing the goaltender's impact on the game and his upcoming retirement.

Mikhail Gorbachev was elected as the eighth general secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union on March 11, 1985. This was a pivotal moment for the USSR, as the new leader set his sights on reform and strengthening ties with the United States.