The Hockey Writers

Jaromír Jágr Breaks Gretzky’s Professional Hockey Goal Record

Jaromír Jágr broke Wayne Gretzky's record for most professional hockey goals with his 1,099th tally. Here's how he got to the ...
NBC Connecticut

The ‘GR8 Chase': How many goals does Alex Ovechkin need to pass Wayne Gretzky?

Alex Ovechkin is closing in on greatness. The Washington Capitals star needs just one more goal to break the NHL's hallowed scoring record held by "The Great One" Wayne Gretzky. Stream Connecticut ...
NBC Connecticut

Alex Ovechkin ties Wayne Gretzky for NHL's all-time scoring record

The Great One has company. Alex Ovechkin tied Wayne Gretzky for the most goals scored in NHL history, netting his 894th career goal in the third period of the Washington Capitals' home game against ...
NBC Washington

NHL great Wayne Gretzky says Alex Ovechkin has been ‘exceptional' for hockey as he nears goals record

As Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin closes in on Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record, the Great One told CNBC he has nothing but admiration for the player who could soon dethrone him. "Alex ...

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby breaks silence after reaching 1,700 NHL points, joining legends Wayne Gretzky, Mario Lemieux

Sidney Crosby reached 1,700 NHL points, joining Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux, and shared his reaction after leading the ...