Capitals Defeat Rangers in OT as Ovechkin Closes in on Gretzky's Goal Record

Alex Ovechkin scored his 885th career goal, moving nine away from Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record, as Washington secured a 3-2 overtime victory.

Alex Ovechkin tied the game in the third period with his 885th career goal, leaving him nine goals shy of Wayne Gretzky's NHL record.
Tom Wilson scored the game-winning goal in overtime, completing a 2-on-1 play with Dylan Strome for the Capitals' victory.
The Rangers, who began the day in a playoff position for the first time since December, were swept by the Capitals in their season series.
Washington's Pierre-Luc Dubois opened the scoring just over a minute into the game, marking his third goal in four games.
Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin made 23 saves, while Capitals goalie Charlie Lindgren stopped 15 shots to secure Washington's second straight win.