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Washington moved within one point of the Winnipeg Jets for first in the NHL standings.
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Alex Ovechkin moved three goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record after scoring the 892nd of his career in the Washington Capitals’ game at the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday night.
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ESPN will present an OviCast on ESPN+ broadcasts on April 10, 12, 15 and 17.

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Ovechkin scores No. 891 in Capitals win against Bruins
BOSTON -- Alex Ovechkin scored his 891st goal, moving within four of breaking Wayne Gretzky 's NHL record, in the Washington Capitals’ 4-3 win against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden on Tuesday.
Ovechkin scores, needs 4 more to pass Gretzky for NHL record, and Capitals beat Bruins 4-3
Alex Ovechkin scored his 891st career goal on Tuesday night to lead the Washington Capitals to a 4-3 victory over the Boston Bruins.
Ovechkin scores again, but the Hurricanes beat the Capitals to clinch playoff spot
Alex Ovechkin scored his 892nd career goal, moving him three away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record, but rookie Jackson Blake scored twice to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Washington Capitals 5-1 on Wednesday night and clinch a playoff spot.
Ovechkin Scores His 892nd Career Goal. He Needs 2 to Tie Gretzky and 3 to Break the NHL Record
Alex Ovechkin moved three goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record after scoring the 892nd of his career in the Washington Capitals’ game at the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday night
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Alex Ovechkin scores his 892nd career goal, now just three away from NHL mark
The Great 8 potted another power-play tally in the final minute of the second period against the Hurricanes Wednesday.
Alex Ovechkin nets goal No. 891; Capitals top Bruins
Alex Ovechkin scored his 891st career goal to move within four of breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL record, helping the Washington Capitals defeat the host Boston Bruins 4-3 on Tuesday night.

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Capitals LW Alex Ovechkin notched his 890th NHL goal in an 8-5 home loss to the Buffalo Sabres Sunday. Ovi is now 4 goals away from tying Wayne Gretzky for the all-time lead.
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Leonard told Monumental Sports Network that he couldn’t sum up his last 48 hours and that he spent it with his Boston College teammates in their college apartment.

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Washington Capitals at Boston Bruins odds, picks and predictions
Analyzing Tuesday’s Washington Capitals at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.
Watch Ryan Leonard make his NHL debut for free - Washington Capitals vs. Boston Bruins
One of the most highly-touted players in college hockey is ready to step into the big time, as Ryan Leonard is set to make his NHL debut with the Washington Capitals on Tuesday night when they face the Boston Bruins.
How to watch Bruins vs. Capitals: Watch Alex Ovechkin, Ryan Leonard for free
Ovi is days away from breaking the NHL scoring record while Leonard, a Massachusetts-born, BC star from Pope Francis Prep in Springfield, is set to make his NHL debut in front of his hometown fans, family and friends on Tuesday night. His BC Eagles were eliminated from the NCAA tourney over the weekend.
Leonard’s Boston College teammates cheer forward during NHL debut for Capitals
The Washington Capitals forward made his NHL debut in front of his Boston College teammates and his family during the team’s game against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Leonard signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Capitals after his season ended with Boston College in a loss during the NCAA Tournament in Denver on Sunday.
Capitals vs. Bruins Preview: Line Combinations, Stats, Storylines To Watch
The Washington Capitals have a busy night ahead of them in Beantown, as Ryan Leonard makes his long-awaited NHL debut and the team aims to snap a three-game losing streak against the Boston Bruins.
Capitals Notebook: Where Ryan Leonard Will Draw In For Debut, McIlrath Replaces Roy
The Washington Capitals will see a special NHL debut in Boston, as Ryan Leonard is set to play in his first game against his hometown Bruins on Tuesday.
Alex Ovechkin's Wife Turns Heads During Capitals-Hurricanes Game
Amid the excitement, Ovechkin's wife, Anastasia Shubskaya, who goes by Nastasiya or Nastya, traveled from Boston to North Carolina to watch the Capitals-Hurricanes game in person. After Ovechkin scored, the cameras captured her reaction.
Capitals' fatal flaw that will doom them in 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Capitals and Alex Ovechkin are riding high in the regular season, but the Stanley Cup Playoffs will present new challenges.
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Need to Know: Bruins vs. Capitals
BOSTON – The Bruins are finally back on home ice after their five-game, 12-day road trip to battle the East-leading Washington Capitals and Alex Ovechkin on Tuesday night at TD Garden. Boston has dropped eight straight games.
Heavyweight Fight Steals Alex Ovechkin's Spotlight in Capitals-Bruins Clash
A heavyweight brawl between Boston Bruins' Jeffrey Viel and Washington Capitals' Dylan McIlrath nearly upstaged Alex Ovechkin’s march toward NHL history on Tuesday night at TD Garden. The Bruins and Capitals had already traded goals when the two veterans dropped the gloves late in the second period,
Bruins’ comeback falls short in 4-3 loss to Washington
The Bruins showed some pride but they just didn’t have enough to beat Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals.
Bruins, Capitals Players Dropped Gloves for a Full Minute in Fight of the Year Contender
With five minutes to play in the second period, McIlrath and Viel dropped gloves and started trading haymakers. Their bout went on for a full minute, with both players getting their licks in and, at different moments, appearing to politely request the refs keep their distance so as to continue the mutual bashing.
Washington Capitals at Carolina Hurricanes odds, picks and predictions
Analyzing Wednesday’s Washington Capitals at Carolina Hurricanes odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.
Bruins lose ninth straight game, fall to Ovechkin, Capitals 4-3
Dylan Strome broke a third-period tie on Tuesday night to lead the Washington Capitals to a 4-3 victory over the Boston Bruins.
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