Ovechkin's Scoring Streak Continues Unstoppable
The Great Eight Strikes Again
Alex Ovechkin has been on a tear this season, and he shows no signs of slowing down. The Washington Capitals captain has now scored in 13 straight games, and he is just four goals away from tying Wayne Gretzky's record for the longest scoring streak in NHL history.
Ovechkin's streak began on October 12th against the Montreal Canadiens, and he has scored at least one goal in every game since then. He has scored multiple goals in eight of those games, and he has also recorded five assists during the streak.
Ovechkin's scoring prowess has been a major factor in the Capitals' success this season. The Capitals are currently in first place in the Metropolitan Division, and they are one of the favorites to win the Stanley Cup.
Ovechkin's Pursuit of Gretzky's Record
Ovechkin is now just four goals away from tying Gretzky's record for the longest scoring streak in NHL history. Gretzky set the record in 1983-84, when he scored in 51 consecutive games.
Ovechkin has a good chance to break Gretzky's record. He is one of the most dangerous scorers in the NHL, and he is showing no signs of slowing down. If Ovechkin can continue to score at his current pace, he could break Gretzky's record by the end of the month.
Impact of Ovechkin's Scoring Streak
Ovechkin's scoring streak has been a major boost for the Capitals. The Capitals are a much more dangerous team with Ovechkin in the lineup, and they have been winning games at a high rate during his streak.
Ovechkin's scoring streak has also generated a lot of excitement among hockey fans. Ovechkin is one of the most popular players in the NHL, and his pursuit of Gretzky's record has captured the attention of fans around the world.
If Ovechkin can break Gretzky's record, it would be a major accomplishment. It would be a testament to Ovechkin's skill and determination, and it would be a moment that hockey fans would remember for years to come.