WATCH: Wayne Gretzky praises Alex Ovechkin after ‘special’ record-breaking goal
(NEW YORK POST) — “The Great One” was The Gracious One.
ALEX OVECHKIN IS THE GREATEST GOALSCORER IN NHL HISTORY! #Gr8ness pic.twitter.com/NKef3VvNaJ
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Wayne Gretzky congratulated Alex Ovechkin during an in-game on-ice ceremony Sunday after the Washington Capitals star broke his longstanding record with the 895th goal of his career.
Wayne Gretzky’s speech as he passes the torch to the NHL’s newest goals King, Alex Ovechkin pic.twitter.com/DrEiRWxZ3O
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The two shared a handshake and a hug.
Wayne Gretzky tries to hook Alexander Ovechkin up but the NHL’s collective bargaining agreement prevents owners from giving players benefits outside their salaries. Gary Bettman: “We’re gonna talk.” ️ pic.twitter.com/ilg3vQGaTV
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“I can tell you first-hand, I know how hard it is to get to 894,” Gretzky said. “895’s pretty special. My congratulations to not only Alex, his mom and dad, his family, his wife and kids. When I broke the record, my two kids were both the age of his boys, so it’s kind of reminiscent for me and I’m so happy that two of my boys are here tonight.”
FBI Director Kash Patel with Wayne Gretzky and Alex Ovechkin pic.twitter.com/jAdvEft2XD
— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) April 6, 2025
