His long connection to Russian President Vladimir Putin complicates Alex Ovechkin's legacy in the eyes of some.

His long connection to Russian President Vladimir Putin complicates Alex Ovechkin's legacy in the eyes of some.

Even though he's close to making history, Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is enjoying his time on the road.

Look at the journey Alex Ovechkin took from being a prodigious talent in Russia to being on the verge of becoming the most ...

WASHINGTON -- Alex Ovechkin is one step closer to NHL history after the "Great 8" reached a fitting number in his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's career goals record. Ovechkin scored his 888th goal ...

Alex Ovechkin, renowned hockey player, faces criticism for his silence on the NHL's Pride Nights, which support LGBTQ+ causes. His lack of public support, coupled with his ties to Vladimir Putin ...

Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin's rivalry has defined the contemporary NHL era. Crosby's precise play and Ovechkin's powerful style have led to iconic on-ice battles, three Stanley Cups for Crosby ...

Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin’s chase of hockey’s most sacred individual record took another leap forward Thursday night. With a tap-in goal against Philadelphia Flyers goalie ...

The countdown is on with Alex Ovechkin just 6 goals from overtaking Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's career goal leader – a mark that once seemed unsurmountable and earned Gretzky the nickname The ...

Alex Ovechkin gave a candid take on being on the cusp of breaking Wayne Gretzky's career goals record of 894. The Washington Capitals superstar has 887 goals, seven shy of tying "The Great One." ...

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin continues to stay on pace to pass Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goal record before season's end. Ovechkin, 39, entered this season needing 42 goals to break ...

All eyes are on Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals as the NHL’s regular season winds down. Ovi is seven goals away from history and becoming the league’s all-time goal scoring leader.