Alex Ovechkin recently scored his 37th goal of the season during the Washington Capitals` game against the Buffalo Sabres. This goal brings Ovechkin closer to breaking Wayne Gretzky`s all-time NHL goal record, needing just five more goals to tie.
With the regular NHL season nearing its end and only nine games remaining for the Capitals, Ovechkin has a limited time to score these crucial goals. Currently holding 890 career goals, the 39-year-old forward will have his next opportunity in a game against the Boston Bruins on Tuesday, April 1st.
Betting odds from BetMGM suggest the likelihood of Ovechkin breaking Gretzky`s record this season is high:
Odds of Ovechkin Breaking Gretzky`s Record This Season:
Yes (-170) No (+135)
SportsLine data indicates that Ovechkin`s chances of breaking the record this season have increased to over 70% after his recent goal.
Betting Odds on the Scoring Method of Ovechkin`s 895th Goal:
Even Strength (-220), Powerplay (+165), Shorthanded (+5000)
This season, Ovechkin has scored significantly more goals at even strength (28) compared to power play goals (9). His last shorthanded goal was in the 2021-22 season.
Teams Ovechkin Might Score His 895th Goal Against:
- Blue Jackets (+280)
- Islanders (+475)
- Penguins (+600)
- Hurricanes (+950)
- Blackhawks (+3000)
- Bruins (+25000)
Ovechkin has a history of scoring against the Blue Jackets, with six goals in their last ten encounters, including one earlier this season. The Capitals have two more games scheduled against the Blue Jackets, providing further chances for Ovechkin to score against them. They also have two upcoming games against both the New York Islanders and Carolina Hurricanes.
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