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Alex Ovechkin scores his 858th goal and is on pace to break Wayne Gretzky's record this season

Alex Ovechkin on Pace to Break Gretzky's Record

The Great Eight has been on a tear this season, scoring goals at a record pace.

Alex Ovechkin scored his 858th goal on Tuesday night, moving him just 62 goals behind Wayne Gretzky's all-time record of 894. Ovechkin is now on pace to break Gretzky's record this season, which would be one of the greatest accomplishments in NHL history.

Ovechkin is one of the most dangerous scorers in NHL history.

He has a unique combination of size, strength, and skill that makes him nearly impossible to stop. Ovechkin is also a master of the one-timer, and he has a knack for finding the back of the net from anywhere on the ice.

Ovechkin's Capitals are one of the favorites to win the Stanley Cup this season.

They have a deep and talented roster, and they are playing with a lot of confidence. If Ovechkin can continue to score at his current pace, the Capitals will be a tough team to beat.

Here are some of the highlights of Ovechkin's career:

• Scored his first NHL goal on October 5, 2005, against the Phoenix Coyotes.
• Won the Calder Trophy as the NHL's Rookie of the Year in 2006.
• Led the NHL in goals seven times, including the past two seasons.
• Won the Hart Trophy as the NHL's MVP three times, including in 2018.
• Led the Capitals to their first Stanley Cup championship in 2018.

Ovechkin is one of the greatest players in NHL history.

He is a surefire Hall of Famer, and he is on the verge of breaking one of the most prestigious records in sports. If Ovechkin can break Gretzky's record, it will be a historic moment that will be remembered for years to come.