Ovechkin Milestone Thread 2.0 - Passed some guy named Wayne, now NHL goalscoring leader (895)

[Luigi Lemieux]

Pens gave Ovechkin a Rolex for breaking the record

 

[Hippasus]

I don’t know, I’m sure hundreds of liters of beer Will be consumed and zero workouts will be done this off season

His slapshot might be even better. Right through the mesh.

 

[TheSmokingMan]

Pens gave Ovechkin a Rolex for breaking the record
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Crazy world we live in to see a picture like this. I can't help but feel this picture would be more complete if Nicklas Backstrom were in it.

Both franchises have been very fortunate to have these guys as their centerpiece for so long. They will be missed when they retire. Also, hats off to the Pens fans who gave Ovie the standing ovation today. It's great that we can set aside our fan loyalties to recognize greatness.

I'll be happy to give Sid and Geno the same treatment at Capital One Arena.

 

[JimmyG89]

Pens gave Ovechkin a Rolex for breaking the record
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As an outsider and rival to both of these teams, I really appreciate that they've gotten to the point where that passion for the game brings out the respect that these three guys have for each other.

We have been blessed to see all three do their thing at the highest level and elevate the game to a new level. We don't get the elite players now without them.

The NHL was in as bad of shape as it could have been in 2005. Fast forward 20 years and these three inspired a generation of players and effectively changed the game of hockey along the way.

I'm glad that I got to see the beginning, prime, and sunset of each of their careers. We only have so many left, and the appreciation between the three sets a tone for the future of the league.

They didn't just win, they exceeded expectations and became the legends of the game this generation needed. The flowers are deserved.

It's also time to rename The Rocket to The Ovi award. He's the best to ever do it. He is the bar. Make it happen.

 

[Hippasus]

As an outsider and rival to both of these teams, I really appreciate that they've gotten to the point where that passion for the game brings out the respect that these three guys have for each other.

We have been blessed to see all three do their thing at the highest level and elevate the game to a new level. We don't get the elite players now without them.

The NHL was in as bad of shape as it could have been in 2005. Fast forward 20 years and these three inspired a generation of players and effectively changed the game of hockey along the way.

I'm glad that I got to see the beginning, prime, and sunset of each of their careers. We only have so many left, and the appreciation between the three sets a tone for the future of the league.

They didn't just win, they exceeded expectations and became the legends of the game this generation needed. The flowers are deserved.

It's also time to rename The Rocket to The Ovi award. He's the best to ever do it. He is the bar. Make it happen.

No, it must stay the Rocket. Otherwise, deepest thank you's to three Legends.

 

[Randyne]

Ovechkin and Gretzky vs the field:

Goal differential:
Ovechkin: 897-1000=-103
Gretzky: 894-1280=-386

 

[CapsJunkie]

Pens gave Ovechkin a Rolex for breaking the record
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that was so classy of them

 

[Shark Finn]

What a tease to leave 900 goals for next season.

 

[Hippasus]

Ovechkin, tied for third. Broken leg, age 39 or not, Ovechkin is still an elite goal-scorer. Incredible, incredible.

 

[ovikovy817]

Without the injury the 50goal season was there. And maybe another Rocket.

 

[Gerulaitis]

He keeps scoring as if he's still chasing the Record.

Still a Richard-Trophy calibre at nearly 40.

Since the Capitals had a terrific regular season,and he's their leader and the most impactful player - Ovechkin should end up winning the Hart Trophy

 

[pezpunk]

He keeps scoring as if he's still chasing the Record.

Still a Richard-Trophy calibre at nearly 40.

Since the Capitals had a terrific regular season,and he's their leader and the most impactful player - Ovechkin should end up winning the Hart Trophy

if he was Canadian, he'd absolutely be garnering votes.

 

[Gerulaitis]

Pens gave Ovechkin a Rolex for breaking the record
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A Seadweller?

 

[Midnight Judges]

Pens gave Ovechkin a Rolex for breaking the record
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Sid is a class act.

 

[AlexModvechkin8]

As an outsider and rival to both of these teams, I really appreciate that they've gotten to the point where that passion for the game brings out the respect that these three guys have for each other.

We have been blessed to see all three do their thing at the highest level and elevate the game to a new level. We don't get the elite players now without them.

The NHL was in as bad of shape as it could have been in 2005. Fast forward 20 years and these three inspired a generation of players and effectively changed the game of hockey along the way.

I'm glad that I got to see the beginning, prime, and sunset of each of their careers. We only have so many left, and the appreciation between the three sets a tone for the future of the league.

They didn't just win, they exceeded expectations and became the legends of the game this generation needed. The flowers are deserved.

It's also time to rename The Rocket to The Ovi award. He's the best to ever do it. He is the bar. Make it happen.

As a Caps fan, I’ve long said that one of the best parts of the 2018 run was my animosity towards other teams melting away. Ovi getting this franchise its first Cup meant everything, and any and everything since then has been gravy. It’s probably some combination of the 2018 Cup plus me getting older but the lows aren’t nearly as low as they used to be and I can appreciate the journey a lot more.

 

[BallardEra]

I've always loved this goal from him.

It was career goal #443 and occurred over 10 years ago on January 8, 2015:

 

[Toby91ca]

I've always loved this goal from him.

It was career goal #443 and occurred over 10 years ago on January 8, 2015:

But why? Assuming because the sound of the iron? Just curious because this looks like one that you could pull about 200 similar goals from him

 

[BallardEra]

But why? Assuming because the sound of the iron? Just curious because this looks like one that you could pull about 200 similar goals from him

I think more how it's almost half way to 894 and that he scored 450+ more after it

 

[Midnight Judges]

But why? Assuming because the sound of the iron?

May be just me (and this is kinda not directly related to your point) but I love the sounds of hockey. The puck hitting sticks, the skates on the ice, the sticks hitting sticks, puck hitting iron, bodies crashing into the boards - it's lovely.

As opposed to basketball where it's squeaking shoes. Ugh.

 

[BallardEra]

May be just me (and this is kinda not directly related to your point) but I love the sounds of hockey. The puck hitting sticks, the skates on the ice, the sticks hitting sticks, puck hitting iron, bodies crashing into the boards - it's lovely.

As opposed to basketball where it's squeaking shoes. Ugh.

Also seeing Green who IMO was the best at getting the puck to Ovie from the point, the ping, and the iso at the end where the Philly fan slams the glass in disgust behind Ovie.

 

[M2Beezy]

Just keeps a scoring. Man I love this player

 

[Zuluss]

Six more to go to tie Beliveau for top10 ever in playoff goals
(Now Ovechkin is tied for #14 on this list).

Also, Ovechkin currently has 897+73=970 NHL goals (RS+PO). 30 to 1000, 46 to catch Gretzky again.

 

[JAK]

Just keeps a scoring. Man I love this player

It is just fascinating how Ovechkin keeps scoring from that area when people know that is where he will be.

Though I guess it's #17's fault for chasing the puck across the ice.

 

[Drake1588]

Boom. First playoff OT goal.

 

[TJHKY]