Alex Ovechkin Nears Gretzky's Goal Record as Capitals Dominate Sharks

Ovechkin scores his 887th career goal, moving within eight of breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record during Washington's 5-1 victory over San Jose.

• Alex Ovechkin scored his 887th career goal, putting him just eight goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky's record of 894 all-time NHL goals.
• The Washington Capitals secured a decisive 5-1 win over the San Jose Sharks, bolstered by Ovechkin's goal and assist, as well as contributions from Dylan Strome, Aliaksei Protas, and others.
• San Jose Sharks goalie Alexandar Georgiev was pulled after allowing three goals in the first period, with Georgi Romanov finishing the game in net.
• The Capitals have now won six of their last seven games, maintaining their position as leaders in the Eastern Conference standings.
• Ovechkin's goal marked the 182nd different goalie he has scored against, extending his NHL record in this category.

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