Alexander Ovechkin says he doesn’t think it’s possible to beat Wayne Gretzky’s record
Russian forward “Washington Capitals” Alexander Ovechkin estimated the chances of breaking the record of the former Canadian striker Wayne Gretzky for the number of goals in the regular championship of the National Hockey League (NHL). It is reported by Washington Hockey Now.
“I still don’t think it’s possible. As I said, I just go from match to match, day after day, ”said the Russian. Ovechkin also said that he needs to stay injury-free and in good shape.
Ovechkin is the second-best scorer in NHL history. On account of his 812 goals. Gretzky leading the list is 82 goals behind. On January 31, the Canadian refused to consider the pursuit of his record the main event of Ovechkin’s career.
Ovechkin has been playing in the NHL since 2005. He spent all seasons in North America with Washington. Together with the club, the hockey player won the Stanley Cup in 2018.
Source: Lenta
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