Wayne Gretzky makes a surprising comment on Alex Ovechkin's pursuit of his goal record
Alex Ovechkin is closing in on Wayne Gretzky's goal-scoring record after an incredible start to 2024/25, but the Great One has some more thoughts on the chase and Ovechkin's mindset as the record nears.
There are many storylines to keep an eye on during the 2024/25 NHL campaign, but perhaps the most intriguing of all is Alex Ovechkin's chase for NHL history, as he entered the year 41 goals back of the all-time record.
That record has been held by Wayne Gretzky for decades, and during Ovechkin's pursuit in recent years, he has revealed that The Great One has been a source of great support for him.
However, his latest comments haven't been in that same vein, as he has now made a prediction about Ovechkin as the record comes ever closer with his return to the ice.
"He's human. He'll get nervous near the end."
In 18 games this season, Ovechkin impressed everyone in the hockey world with 15 goals and 25 points, turning back the clock after a slow start to the 2023/24 campaign, but with a recent injury that still hasn't seen him return, we don't know when he'll get back to 100%.
It's likely that this comment was just made in fun from Gretzky, who has been a clear supporter of Ovechkin this whole time, but with his record likely in its final months, he may finally be facing the fears of not being the NHL's all-time goal-scoring leader.
There are still many records that Gretzky holds, including the all-time point record that will likely never be broken, but if Ovi can get back on the ice and find his form again in 2024/25, there's no doubt that there's a good chance this record will fall this season if not early next year.
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