(Washington) Alexander Ovechkin scores 801e and 802e goals of his career and overtakes Gordie Howe as the second-highest scorer in NHL history.
The Caps captain’s historic goal came against the Winnipeg Jets.
The 37-year-old Russian gave his side a 1-0 lead with a 21e goal this season, with 1:38 remaining in the first period.
Ovechkin converted a wrist shot from the right circle, after catching a back pass from Dylan Strome.
David Rittich was beaten between the pads.
Ovechkin is also at 1449 points, at 18e rank in history.
The goalscoring record belongs to Wayne Gretzky, with 894.
Ovechkin hadn’t scored in his previous four games, following a hat trick in Chicago.
He is in his 18e season in the National League.
The Capitals are looking for a fourth straight win.