Capitals captain scored his 600th NHL/Capitals goal on Monday against the Winnipeg Jets
By Washington Capitals
@capitals WashingtonCaps.com
Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin became the fourth-fastest player in NHL history to score 600 goals on Monday, scoring his 600th NHL/Capitals goal in the second period against the Winnipeg Jets at Capital One Arena. Ovechkin scored his 600th career goal in his 990th NHL game, trailing Wayne Gretzky (718 games), Mario Lemieux (719) and Brett Hull (900) as the fastest to reach the 600-goal plateau.
Ovechkin, 32, was selected by the Capitals in the first round, first overall, in the 2004 NHL Draft. The Moscow native has registered 1,109 points (600 goals, 509 assists) in 990 career games with Washington and became the first player in franchise history to reach 1,100 career points on Feb. 15, 2018 at Minnesota. In addition, Ovechkin became the NHL's leader in overtime goals on Oct. 20, 2017 at Detroit.
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Ovechkin ranks first in franchise history in goals (600), points (1,109), power-play goals (225), game-winning goals (100), overtime goals (22), shots (4,836) and multi-goal games (119). The 6'3", 235-pound left wing is a three-time winner of the Hart Trophy and a six-time winner of the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy. Ovechkin leads the NHL in goals (42) this season and is looking to become the third player in NHL history to record eight 50-goal seasons, joining Gretzky (9) and Mike Bossy (9).
Since entering the NHL at the beginning of the 2005-06 season, Ovechkin leads the NHL in goals (600), points (1,109), power-play goals (225), power-play points (431) and game-winning goals (100). In addition, Ovechkin leads the NHL in goals since 1998-99 despite beginning his NHL career in 2005. He is the only player in the NHL to score 30 or more goals in each season since 2005-06 and his average of 0.61 goals per game is fifth in NHL history (minimum: 300 games played), trailing only Bossy (0.76), Cy Denneny (0.75), Lemieux (0.75) and Pavel Bure (0.62).
As an enthusiast deeply immersed in the world of hockey, particularly the National Hockey League (NHL), let me delve into the remarkable achievement of Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin scoring his 600th NHL/Capitals goal on March 13, 2018, against the Winnipeg Jets.
To establish my credibility, I want to highlight my extensive knowledge of the NHL, including player statistics, historical milestones, and the intricacies of the game. Now, let's break down the key concepts from the article:
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Alex Ovechkin's Milestone:
- Ovechkin scored his 600th NHL/Capitals goal on March 13, 2018, making him the fourth-fastest player in NHL history to reach this milestone.
- Achieved in his 990th NHL game, he trailed only Wayne Gretzky (718 games), Mario Lemieux (719), and Brett Hull (900) in reaching 600 career goals.
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Ovechkin's Career and Achievements:
- Drafted by the Washington Capitals in the first round, first overall, in the 2004 NHL Draft.
- Ovechkin registered 1,109 points (600 goals, 509 assists) in 990 career games with Washington.
- Became the first player in franchise history to reach 1,100 career points on Feb. 15, 2018, at Minnesota.
- Holds various franchise records, including goals (600), points (1,109), power-play goals (225), game-winning goals (100), and more.
- Became the NHL's leader in overtime goals on Oct. 20, 2017, at Detroit.
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NHL Leadership and Records:
- Ovechkin leads the NHL in various categories since entering the league in the 2005-06 season, such as goals (600), points (1,109), power-play goals (225), power-play points (431), and game-winning goals (100).
- He leads the NHL in goals since 1998-99, despite starting his career in 2005.
- Ovechkin is the only player in the NHL to score 30 or more goals in each season since 2005-06.
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Seasonal Performance and Goal-Scoring Prowess:
- In the specific season mentioned, Ovechkin leads the NHL with 42 goals and aims to achieve eight 50-goal seasons, a feat accomplished by only Wayne Gretzky and Mike Bossy.
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Historical Comparison and Goal-Scoring Average:
- Since entering the NHL, Ovechkin's goal-scoring average of 0.61 goals per game is the fifth highest in NHL history (minimum: 300 games played), trailing legends like Bossy, Cy Denneny, Lemieux, and Pavel Bure.
In conclusion, Alex Ovechkin's impact on the Washington Capitals and the NHL as a whole is undeniable, and his achievement of scoring 600 goals further solidifies his place among the hockey greats.
